A neat hack of the original Shinobi that offers graphical touch ups on Joe Musashi as well as, optionally, faster, more dynamic styles of play.
Author(s): Kuato
Type: Gameplay, Graphics
Version: 1.0
Date: 25th of January, 2026
Status: Fully Playable
Source: https://www.romhacking.net/hacks/9375/
RB’s Notes 1: Variant details below:
1) Classic (Original-friendly)
Ninja hood added (visual edit)
Max projectiles on screen increased: x3 (except grenades)
2) Arcade (Arcade-feel / Faster action)
Ninja hood added (visual edit)
Max projectiles on screen increased: x3
Rapid Fire enabled (ALL weapons)
Melee attack speed increased
Mandara boss statues durability increased (+1 hit) for balance
3) Enhanced (Arcade + Movement upgrade)
Includes all Arcade changes
Half Jump (reduced jump height)
Double Jump added
RB’s Notes 2: There might be minor graphical glitches in some cases, but they are not game ruining.
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