# Choice of the Ninja — Assassinate the shogun!

> Text-based interactive fantasy novel about a ninja's quest to assassinate a shogun. (iPhone/iPad app by Choice of Games LLC.)

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- Developer: [Choice of Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/348940935)
- Category: Games, Books, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choice-of-the-ninja/id673630606/reviews.md

## What is Choice of the Ninja?

Assassinate the shogun, then vanish without a trace in this interactive fantasy novel!

In the high-stakes game of politics between two feudal lords, you are a ninja village's chosen warrior. Earn glory for your clan as you battle your enemies, becoming a master of magic, combat, and stealth.

Choice of the Ninja is an epic interactive fantasy novel by Katherine Buffington, where your choices determine how the story proceeds.  The game is entirely text-based--without graphics or sound effects--but driven by the vast, unstoppable power of your imagination.

Will you bring peace to your village, or return home in shame? Will you serve your daimyo obediently, or defy his orders for the greater good? Or will you use your powers of invisibility for personal gain? The choice is yours.

## Key features

- Interactive fantasy novel
- Text-based gameplay
- Choice-driven narrative
- Master magic, combat, and stealth
- Assassinate the shogun
- Earn glory for your clan

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choice-of-the-ninja/id673630606/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Weak

*2015-06-09, version 2.1.0*

I agree with Unidraconus' review that this one's more for kiddies. I don't think much research went into this either as far as Japanese culture or how ninjas were trained or operated. A regional ninja academy? Really? Complete with Hogwarts-like instructors for different subjects? Seemed like the author was just adapting his/her American suburbian experience to a "ninja school". Maybe I'm wrong but that doesn't sound historically accurate to me. Anyway, story is predictable and the fight scenes are disappointing and few and far between. Overall, very generic with ninja overlay.

### 2/5 — Too short

*2015-03-29, version 2.1.0*

I must agree with many, your choices do not have much impact on the game, The story is short and definitely not worth three dollars. However it's not a bad story, the worst part of it is it ends on a cliffhanger.

### 2/5 — Disappointing.

*2015-03-20, version 2.1.0*

This was not what I hoped it would be. I wanted darker writing with more stealth, action, suspense and kick-buttery. 
What I got was a kids novel fit for ages 8-12. 
Even then the characters were shallow, choices not very ninja, story not very thrilling, fighting not very entertaining. Over all unless your a kiddo that hasn't read much this is hardly worth the time unless you just want to say you read a ninja story. 
I played one time then lost interest. In my younger days when choice books were the rage this would have been published in limited print...

### 4/5 — Great game!!, but...

*2015-01-30*

Love this choice game but can you make a choice game on an academy life story, like a high school life game. That also includes love and action, lol sorry if this too much. :p

### 3/5 — okay

*2015-01-02, version 2.0.1*

the story is decent but it ends too soon and on a super abrupt note, though i haven't played too many times, so there might be more to it. it does have good flavor options though and it also seems like the game might be getting updates in the future?

### 2/5 — Disapointed again

*2014-09-12, version 2.0.1*

I found that most of the time I was reasonably bored with it but when I finally was getting mild interest in the game it abruptly ended. Too much money for too little content and too short of a story. If a second game of this is realeased I am not buying it. I'm only giving an extra star because I feel pity. Also, side note, I was a fan for choice games for many years and am severely disapointed in how poor the games have been these past few years.

### 3/5 — Too quick :(

*2014-06-27, version 2.0.1*

I finished it in minutes and I can't help but find it to end too quickly. I also got different endings when I retried but it was too short for me. Over all, it was interesting but I was also hoping to get more route from the romance section. That was a disappointment.

### 5/5 — Good

*2014-04-22, version 2.0.1*

Good game u should continue to update it

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2014-04-11, version 2.0.1*

One word. Amazing! Amazing story, character development and thought provoking choices. Definitely worth it and I look forward to the next one! I will definitely get it

### 4/5 — Getting better

*2014-01-23, version 2.0.1*

This game has gotten a lot better keep up the great work! -resguy500

## Frequently asked questions about Choice of the Ninja

### What kind of game is Choice of the Ninja?

Choice of the Ninja is an entirely text-based interactive fantasy novel. Your decisions directly influence the progression of the story, allowing you to shape your character's journey and ultimate fate.

### What are the main gameplay mechanics?

The game focuses on making choices that determine the narrative's outcome. You will engage in battles, learn to master magic and stealth, and make strategic decisions to achieve your objectives as a ninja.

### Is Choice of the Ninja free to play?

The game is free to play and is supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases available within this application.

### What platforms is Choice of the Ninja available on?

This application is designed for mobile devices. Specific compatibility details regarding operating systems and versions can typically be found on the app store listing.

### What is the main goal of the player in this game?

The primary objective is to assassinate the shogun and vanish without a trace, earning glory for your ninja clan. Along the way, you'll navigate political intrigue and make critical choices that affect your path.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.6 — 2026-01-08

You can now choose a font in the Settings menu. Switch to Helvetica for crisp sans-serif text, or try the OpenDyslexic font, designed against some common symptoms of dyslexia. If you enjoy "Choice of the Ninja", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 2.2.5 — 2023-06-28

Bug fixes. If you enjoy "Choice of the Ninja", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 2.2.4 — 2023-04-29

Now you can disable touch slide controls in Settings. If you enjoy "Choice of the Ninja", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 2.2.3 — 2021-10-25

Bug fixes. If you enjoy this game, please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 2.2.2 — 2021-08-11

Added 6.5" iPhone screenshots and general app improvements.

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- [Choice of Zombies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choice-of-zombies/id494073073)

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