Jack Zustiak
GamingTrendShadow of the Ninja Reborn review — Change of Plans
Published 9/21/2024
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Series X|S / PS4 / PC / PS5 / XONE / Switch - 8/29/2024
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.
- Developer
- Tengo Project
- Publisher
- ININ Games, Natsume Atari, Edigger
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78
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60–90
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Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 78 across 12 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 70–79 band.
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90–1004 reviews · 33%
80–892 reviews · 17%
70–795 reviews · 42%
Below 701 review · 8%
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Ollie Barder
ForbesForbes Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn Review
Published 9/5/2024
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90
+12 vs critic avg
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Read originalAlana Dunitz
GameGrinShadow of the Ninja - Reborn Review
Published 9/5/2024
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75
-3 vs critic avg
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Read originalKirk Hiner
Pure NintendoReview: Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn (Nintendo Switch) - Pure Nintendo
Published 9/4/2024
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75
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Read originalTyler Treese
PlayStation LifeStyleShadow of the Ninja – Reborn Review: A Retro Remake Done Right
Published 9/3/2024
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80
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalEvan Norris
VGChartzShadow of the Ninja - Reborn (PS5) Review
Published 9/1/2024
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70
-8 vs critic avg
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Read originalKeith Mitchell
The Outerhaven ProductionsShadow of the Ninja – Reborn Review
Published 9/1/2024
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90
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Read originalMitch Vogel
Nintendo LifeReview: Shadow Of The Ninja - Reborn (Switch) - A Beautiful, Brutal Return To 8-Bit Basics
Published 8/29/2024
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80
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalKhayl Adam
Push SquareReview: Shadow of the Ninja Reborn (PS5) - Lovingly Restored Classic Shinobi Action
Published 8/29/2024
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70
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Read originalFingal Belmont
Niche GamerShadow of the Ninja - Reborn Review - Niche Gamer
Published 8/29/2024
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