Shadow Dancer (Machine type: Arcade)
6Shadow Dancer, released by Sega in 1989, is an action-packed arcade game and a spin-off of Sega’s popular Shinobi series. Known for its tight, strategic gameplay and the unique companion mechanic, Shadow Dancer has players control a skilled ninja named Hayate (sometimes considered Joe Musashi’s son in the lore), who is accompanied by his trusty attack dog.
Shadow Dancer has a cult following and inspired sequels and ports, including the Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi on the Sega Genesis, which modified aspects of the arcade version to make it more console-friendly. Despite its difficulty, it’s celebrated for introducing the dog companion mechanic, which set it apart from other Shinobi games.
The game remains a classic in Sega’s arcade catalog, and it’s fondly remembered by fans of retro ninja action!
Critics:
Shin Force (Arcade) - 86%
Retro Archives (Arcade) - 80%
Power Play (Arcade) - 80%
Released: 1989
Machine type: Arcade
Original System: Arcade
Developer by: Team Shinobi
Published by: SEGA Enterprises Ltd.
Genre: Action / 2D scrolling
Programmer: Yoshiki Ōoka
Japanese spelling: シャドーダンサー
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