# The Revenge of Shinobi Classic — Discover SEGA's Retro Hit

> Classic side-scrolling ninja beat 'em up with ninjutsu and power-ups. (iPhone/iPad app by Sega America.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-revenge-of-shinobi-classic/id1155027141 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sega America](https://appshunter.io/developer/281966698)
- Category: Games, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 608 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 93 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
- Released: 2017-07-26
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-revenge-of-shinobi-classic/id1155027141/reviews.md

## What is The Revenge of Shinobi Classic?

Reap revenge in SEGA’s legendary side-scrolling beat ‘em up, now available on mobile for the very first time. You are Joe Musashi, a ninja out for revenge against the evil criminal organization ‘Neo Zeed’. 

They've killed your master and captured your bride, so now you must travel the globe to dish out ninjutsu justice to the crime syndicate. Master ninjutsu techniques and collect mystical power-ups as you fight your way through this retro classic. 

The Revenge of Shinobi joins the SEGA Forever classic games collection, a treasure trove of free SEGA console classics brought to life on mobile for the first time! 

FEATURES
- Eight globe-trotting districts, each with its own unique boss battle
- Secret power-ups hidden throughout the game
- Collect shuriken to take out enemies from afar (psst... the old code still works!)
- Master ninjutsu techniques and devastate your foe
- Summon fire and thunder to take out entire waves of adversaries
- Four difficulty levels, from beginner to master ninja.

SEGA FOREVER FEATURES
- PLAY FREE 
- SAVE YOUR GAME PROGRESS AT ANYTIME
- LEADERBOARDS – compete with the world for high scores
- CONTROLLER SUPPORT: MFi compatible controllers
- OFFLINE PLAY
- GAMES RELEASED EVERY MONTH - Download them all!
- INCLUDES iOS 10 STICKER PACKS

RETRO REVIEWS
- "I just didn't want to stop playing." [94%] - Julian "Jaz" Rignall, Mean Machines #1 (October 1990)
- "Brill graphics, exceptional sound, and uncomplicated gameplay make for excellent ninja-fighting thrills 'n' spills." [93%] - Paul Rand, Computer & Video Games #99 (February 1990)
- "Distressingly involving and hair-wrenchingly addictive." [92%] - Julian Boardman, Raze #3 (January 1991)

TRIVIA
- Spider-Man was once an officially licensed character in the game
- There have been many revisions of the game due to copyright issues
- Legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro also wrote the music for both Game Gear Shinobi titles

CLASSIC GAME FACTS
- Originally released in 1989 in Japan and North America, with the European release arriving in 1990
- Known as The Super Shinobi in Japan
- Released in arcades on SEGA's Mega-Tech platform

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Terms of Use: http://www.sega.com/terms

Game apps are ad-supported and no in-app purchases are required to progress; ad-free play option available with in-app purchase.

Other than for users known to be under 13, this game may include "Interest Based Ads" (please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#3IBADiscolure for more information)​ and may collect "Precise Location Data" ​(please see http://www.sega.com/mprivacy#5LocationDataDisclosure ​for more information)​.

© SEGA. All rights reserved. SEGA, the SEGA logo, The Revenge of Shinobi, SEGA Forever, and the SEGA Forever logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of SEGA Holdings Co., Ltd. or its affiliates.

## Key features

- Global revenge quest
- Ninjutsu mastery
- Secret power-ups
- Shuriken combat
- Boss battles
- Multiple difficulty levels

## What do users think of The Revenge of Shinobi Classic?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Challenging but fun
- 🎮 Classic game experience
- 🎶 Great music and sound

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and save issues
- 🔍 Data collection concerns
- 🕹️ Laggy and unresponsive controls
- 💰 Ads and in-app purchases

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes when saving
- Inability to load saved games
- Persistent performance issues

**Most requested features**

- Bring back Shinobi III
- Add more SEGA classics
- Improve save/load functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 51)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-revenge-of-shinobi-classic/id1155027141/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ripped off

*2023-06-14*

Purchased this game previously but it won’t let me restore my purchase, despite the app being in my purchase history. 
I wouldn’t waste money buying any sega games on iOS since they’ll just update the game and erase your purchases. CROOKS!!

### 5/5 — It’s challenging but fun

*2023-01-30, version 4.1.3*

Even the name Shinobi sounds great. I love the game, but when it first came out it was too difficult for my brothers and I. Yet, all in all, it’s a great and awesome game.

### 2/5 — Amazing game, but plenty of issues.

*2022-12-20, version 4.1.3*

While this game os a classic and is an amazing game… I am playing this on a iPhone 13 Pro Max and the lag in this game is beyond noticeable and has not been updated in a year. 

I would rate it higher, but with these persistent issues, the 2 stars will stay, I’m afraid. 🥲

### 3/5 — Cool game

*2022-04-12, version 4.1.3*

sega games re cool

### 5/5 — Cool👍

*2022-03-26, version 4.1.3*

I like how the intro of the ninja blocking the Shuriken it was awesome 🤩

### 1/5 — Data collection

*2021-10-12, version 4.1.3*

Read the disclosure at the beginning. This is spyware. It collects a lot of personal and device information and sells it to 3rd parties

### 1/5 — Crap.

*2021-08-22, version 4.1.3*

Can’t save game. Won’t let me log into Game Center. Which means as a developer that your app is completely flawed and bugged. Requested a refund from apple. Fix your crap.

### 5/5 — We need more SEGA classics

*2021-07-23, version 4.1.3*

This is a great game. I’d love to see the sequel available. 

Please bring more SEGA games to the iTunes. Streets of rage 3, ToeJam & Earl, and Outrun.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2021-03-21, version 4.1.3*

I will not recommend to any other gamers it’s like trying to control a brick on a pan the ninja is to slow and it has to many ads

### 4/5 — This game is good

*2020-10-25, version 4.1.0*

This game is good and I enjoy it but if I could, could I suggest putting shinobi 3: return of the ninja master on here? You may not happen to see this but if you do then I shall respect what response you give me.

## Frequently asked questions about The Revenge of Shinobi Classic

### What is The Revenge of Shinobi Classic about?

This app is a classic side-scrolling beat 'em up where you play as Joe Musashi, a ninja seeking revenge against the evil Neo Zeed organization. You'll travel the globe, master ninjutsu techniques, and fight your way through various districts to defeat your enemies.

### What are the key features of this game?

The game features eight globe-trotting districts with unique boss battles, hidden secret power-ups, the ability to collect shuriken for ranged attacks, and the mastery of powerful ninjutsu techniques like summoning fire and thunder. It also offers four difficulty levels.

### How much does The Revenge of Shinobi Classic cost?

The game is free to play and does not require in-app purchases to progress. An ad-free play option is available with an in-app purchase.

### What platforms is this game compatible with?

This game is available on mobile devices and is part of the SEGA Forever classic games collection. It also supports MFi compatible controllers for enhanced gameplay.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for players looking to relive nostalgic gaming experiences, enjoy classic arcade action on the go, or discover a seminal title in the beat 'em up genre. It's also suitable for those who appreciate retro graphics and sound design.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 6.4.0 — 2023-09-13

Bug fixes and refinements

### 4.1.3 — 2021-01-25

Bug fixes and refinements

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