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Nightshade

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Nightshade

Dec 4, 2003

Main game

3.57 average rating based on 23 ratings

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A new rift opens between Earth and the evil realm. Unwilling to succumb to the demonic forces threatening Tokyo, the people enlist the talents of Hibana. With her sword in hand, she alone must battle the legion of Hellspawn and return peace to Earth. Unleash chain attacks to destroy countless enemies. Crush evil with powerful Ninja Magic. Execute devastating mid-air assaults and defense maneuvers. Fight atop fighter jets, moving trucks, and more. Nightshade is the direct sequel to the 2002 Shinobi revival and follows the exploits of a kunoichi, a female shinobi, named Hibana.
Developers
Sega WOW
Publishers
Sega
Series
Shinobi
Platforms
PlayStation 2
Genres
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Themes
Action
Release Dates
Dec 04, 2003 (Japan)
PlayStation 2
Feb 10, 2004 (North_America)
PlayStation 2
Mar 05, 2004 (Europe)
PlayStation 2
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User Stats
95
In Collection
29
Wish Listed
2
Playing
42
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How Long Is Nightshade?
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Morcys
Morcys gave Mar 19, 2026
Morcys gave Mar 19, 2026
Morcys's review of Nightshade

HIbana's design is great. And regarding the gameplay, well, let's say it could be worse, it is fun yes, but it quickly gets boring.