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Games like Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn

If Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is your kind of game, the closest matches are Ninshi Masuta, GasolineGypsiesGame and Wind of shuriken — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, challenging and epic. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn: After 34 years in the shadows, prepare to see this legendary action adventure in a new light! Looking and playing better than ever before, Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is Tengo Project’s remake of a cult classic, that the fans have been waiting for.

2024ActionAdventureRPG19.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby Winning Entertainment Group Inc.
Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn — Steam game cover
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2 player local co op with shared difficulty scalingBeautiful pixel art and nostalgic soundtrackControls feel deliberate and rewarding once masteredAtmosphericChallengingEpic

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Steam players who put hours into Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Ninshi Masuta

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Ninshi Masuta is a 2D action game where you are a ninja and have to save the city from the chaos caused by criminals.

    2021ActionIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. GasolineGypsiesGame

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Gasoline Gypsies Game is a retro 2-D action platform game based off the hit band The Gasoline Gypsies. Run, jump, and jam your way to the top. Listen to 8-bit renditions of original Gasoline Gypsies music.

    2022Action4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Wind of shuriken

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Wind Shuriken is an exciting, stylish action platformer. Play as a legendary fighter from another galaxy, and use your legendary sword to defeat powerful enemies.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure7.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Blaster Squad

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Explosive side-scrolling couch co-op run'n'gunner with hundreds of levels and unlockable ammo types. 1-4 players.

    2020ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Capt Crabs a Slimy Adventure

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Capt Crabs, the pirate crab, was out with his crew searching for treasure on a mysterious island when suddenly his ship was taken by some mischievous slimes! Now he's on a mission to retrieve his ship and treasure and get back to the pirate life he loves!

    2024ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Ranked #6 for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.

    2022ActionIndieAdventure24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. 3dSen PC

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Ranked #7 for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    3dSen is a unique emulator that transforms NES games into stunning 3D voxel dioramas. Relive your favorite retro titles like never before!

    2025ActionSportsStrategy14.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Death Tales

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Play as a new reaper, completing quests, collecting spells, and gathering equipment to fight through hordes of enemies in this grim but whimsical 2D adventure!

    2020ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

    WHY THIS

    Shares precision platforming, checkpoint based progression, action and a punishing mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

    2025ActionIndieAdventure24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. METAL SLUG

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    “METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

    2015Action1.59 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Mega Man X Legacy Collection

    WHY THIS

    Shares an epic mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

    2018Action19.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Ninja Castle Escape

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Use your creativity and ninjutsu skills to escape from the booby trapped castle. Your goal is to lead the ninja to a successful escape. Also including a Stage Editor to share castle designs with others in Steam Workshop for endless fun. Ninja Castle Escape starts now!

    2020ActionCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance

    WHY THIS

    Shares weapon variety, checkpoint based progression, action and an atmospheric mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.

    2025Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. NINJA GAIDEN 4

    WHY THIS

    Shares combo based combat, real time combat, action and a punishing mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

    2025ActionAdventure69.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Mega Man Legacy Collection

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

    2015Action14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Castle of Vania

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Invade the castle of the powerful Vampire Vania, face several difficult, exciting and sensual challenges to end this reign of horror and orgies.

    2025ActionAdventure10.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn at current Steam store prices.

  1. Terraria

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

    2011ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Lethal Company

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Left 4 Dead 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

    2009Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Portal 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends!

    2011ActionAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Fallout: New Vegas

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!

    2010ActionRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Undertale

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.

    2015IndieRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Vampire Survivors

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn on Steam right now. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!

    2022ActionIndieRPG4.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Grimm's Hollow

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure and RPG with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

    2019IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Iron Snout

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

    Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn

Is Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn cost?
Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Co-op).
What games are most similar to Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn are Ninshi Masuta, GasolineGypsiesGame, Wind of shuriken.
Who developed Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn?
Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn was developed by Winning Entertainment Group Inc. and published by Winning Entertainment Group Inc., Edigger, ININ.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn.

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