It's so dope man. Felt like a kid playing my old consoles. And it isn't too crazy hard. Shouldn't turn any one off. When many people hear retro they think impossible haha. I reviewed it, check it out if you don't mind.
@@GreenLeadr right! Look at what flappy birds did... Wasn't Tetris someone just messing around? Don't remember the actual story. Shoot, I might try my hand at it 😂.
@@quancro The Messenger wasn't a bad game but I'm really getting sick of people saying it plays much like Ninja Gaiden because it doesn't. It's more interested in environmental trap patterns then an all out barrage of enemies like the Ninja Gaiden games.
@@davidaitken8503 the game is different but is not like ninjan gaiden a insperstion from there is sure, but the time rift mechanics are awesome very challange
There is a game called 'Shadow Ninja' on the original Nes. I remember playing it when there was already a N64 around. Regardless, it was fun and the music was sick too. Some of the aspects of this game are similar to the things in the original game, like some of the enemies.
What a great time for ninja games! Played the Messenger last year, reinstalled Mark of the ninja last week waiting for this. Can't wait for Bushiden. Also Katana Zero. I'm counting that
If you like Retro style games, play Huntdown, came out this summer. Fantastic game which pays tribute to old action movies from 80's, a mix between warriors, mad max and robocop etc. You fight different gangs with phenomenal bosses..
I feel that the 'swag blade' must be a reference to Arcus, the best Ninja Gaiden Speed Runner ever and current WR holder. Pretty cool nod to the Ninja Gaiden community and the games as a whole if it's the case.
I hope to see DLC content to this game similar to Shovel Knight, would love to play through more Cyber Shadow content! Maybe a prequel or sequel for Shadow? Or make you play as Apparitor and his story? Maybe you play as the bike/mech dude Exo? So much potential.. I want more Cyber Shadow for sure!!
Disagree about the assessment of the story, I thought it was excellent and it surprised me. That the characters were understated and not over drawn, in the literary sense, is wonderful. I just love how the world and story tied together, it was marvelous
And then you break the story down and its much much more than jist serviceable it took me an entire play through to realize the joke of shadow being the missing elemental was actully cannon
@GUTS 101 shadow of the ninja has a very different weapon. The sword looks nothing like cyber shadow or ninja Gaiden. Upgraded is like a Contra game, and also you have another weapon. Ninja Gaiden is always the sword.
Pretty cool! I think it looks much more like Shadow of the Ninja than Ninja Gaiden tho, at least visually it's more akin to Natsume's style from back then.
Loving these side scrolling action games. If you like this, you'll probably like a game called "Huntdown". Anyone heard of it? It's a shooter masterpiece. Awesome gameplay and soundtrack.
Dude I spent a lot of time on messenger and now I’m playing this on game pass. Very nostalgic in terms of its predecessor ninja gaiden. This makes me feel like a kid again and I’m 25 years old lmao
This is a awesome game that is a great throwback to the OG Ninja Gaiden trilogy I can safely say I'm grateful for the checkpoint system otherwise I would've been trying my best to not chuck my PS4 controller into my TV.
I resent the predictable comparison to Ninja Gaiden. Cyber shadow draws greater inspiration from Shadow of the ninja aka kage. It's such a tragedy how that game, which is leagues ahead of Ninja Gaiden, continues to get nowhere near the recognition it deserves. No matter though; the wait is finally over and I can't wait to get my retro fix with this awesome game.
References to Ninja Gaiden are prevalent, but the level design, music, characters, animations and core gameplay are more reminiscent of Mega Man, in my opinion. Remember what it was like to play as Zero in Megaman X4? This is basically that, if it had been made for the NES.
people need to stop comparing this to the messenger, it plays differently, both games are great in their own individuality, and even the homages/inspiration are different from each other.
Damn not only that I Love this Game, But Cyber Shadow is just like the Classic 8-bit Nintendo Version of Ninja Gaiden with a Cyberpunk Twist to it that's makin' me Love it even More." 🎮
I was thinking the same! Strider in the NES was very much Metroidvania like (for the upgrades and returning to previously inaccessible areas) but divided by stages instead of open-world map.
This whole game is heavily inspired by Shadow of the Ninja (Kage Fighter) from NES era.. I think devs should also give credit to the original developer Natsume
No New Game+? That seems kinda off given YCC handled SK and there are very similar traits here. - Enemies do more damage - Enemies have more health - Less checkpoints Seems like this should've been pretty much standard.
People who don't like this kind of pixelated aesthetic or indie games are teenagers that their first console ever was a ps3 and never played with wired controllers.
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Seriously nails that retro look and feel so well
It's so dope man. Felt like a kid playing my old consoles. And it isn't too crazy hard. Shouldn't turn any one off. When many people hear retro they think impossible haha. I reviewed it, check it out if you don't mind.
@@boribori311 It's a great review mate! Earned my sub :)
@@inlandempire3758 nice dude , do you make any videos?
@@inlandempire3758 thanks
Like a colored GameBoy Metroid
Genuinely watching a review on IGN because it was a neat game AND Mitch is the reviewer? Rare, but my favorite.
Such a beautiful game! Thank you indie devs for bringing 2d gaming and pixelart back from the ashes.
Can we please get a new Shinobi game in 2021? Sincerely, every SEGA fan ever.
For real, that PS2 Shinobi game was awesome imo
Amen. Shinobi III music still haunts my dreams 30 years later.
Damn we need that.
We want it 2d or 3d though? Tough choice for me haha
@@boribori311 2d like the new SOR4 that would be epic.
I just hope one day, I can make a game
The first step to realize this dream is to make a game. Download Unity for free and get to work, my friend!
@@GreenLeadr I'll get to it then
@@maheshvarma3045 how old are you bro lol
@@GreenLeadr do that! Hopefully I'll be playing one of your games.
@@GreenLeadr right! Look at what flappy birds did... Wasn't Tetris someone just messing around? Don't remember the actual story. Shoot, I might try my hand at it 😂.
Hell yes. I love these retro platformers. The boss battles are always soo sick.
Me too
I highly recommend The Messenger if you haven't played it.
Awesome game and a prequel is coming
@@quancro The Messenger wasn't a bad game but I'm really getting sick of people saying it plays much like Ninja Gaiden because it doesn't. It's more interested in environmental trap patterns then an all out barrage of enemies like the Ninja Gaiden games.
@@davidaitken8503 the game is different but is not like ninjan gaiden a insperstion from there is sure, but the time rift mechanics are awesome very challange
Played it and didn't bother finishing cause it was repetitive, slow and really not well designed
Amazing game give Viviette a try 👍
Just finished it today. Has hard segments but overall felt pretty fair and balanced. the final boss took me 9 tries though.
There is a game called 'Shadow Ninja' on the original Nes. I remember playing it when there was already a N64 around. Regardless, it was fun and the music was sick too. Some of the aspects of this game are similar to the things in the original game, like some of the enemies.
Yes! It's also on the Switch. I need to go back to it, I just played a little time many months ago.
Even some sound effects are exactly the same, its called Blue Shadow iover here in europe tho, and the cover-art is way better
@@jonmegarton8078 I’m European too. My friend must have snatched an American version.
Cannot agree more, this more resemblance to Kage or Shadow Ninja or Blue Shadow or Shadow Shadow... hey wait a minute!
This reminds me of shadow of the ninja on NES!
I was totally thinking the same, probably my favorite NES game. :)
Man i can't wait for this to drop now im waiting on a release date for bushiden.
Same brotha!!
Me three
What a great time for ninja games! Played the Messenger last year, reinstalled Mark of the ninja last week waiting for this.
Can't wait for Bushiden.
Also Katana Zero. I'm counting that
Cyber:
Punk 2077 🚫
Shadow ✅
You must be fun at parties.
@@АлександърТренчев-э2я Found the world's only 2077 fan
I like this guy
@@account-pending-deletion more like cdpr fans
Coldddd haha
If you like Retro style games, play Huntdown, came out this summer. Fantastic game which pays tribute to old action movies from 80's, a mix between warriors, mad max and robocop etc. You fight different gangs with phenomenal bosses..
The music from this game is absolutely awesome.
I feel that the 'swag blade' must be a reference to Arcus, the best Ninja Gaiden Speed Runner ever and current WR holder. Pretty cool nod to the Ninja Gaiden community and the games as a whole if it's the case.
this game looks legendary.
Been looking forward to this after playing shovel knight
I hope to see DLC content to this game similar to Shovel Knight, would love to play through more Cyber Shadow content! Maybe a prequel or sequel for Shadow? Or make you play as Apparitor and his story? Maybe you play as the bike/mech dude Exo? So much potential.. I want more Cyber Shadow for sure!!
Disagree about the assessment of the story, I thought it was excellent and it surprised me. That the characters were understated and not over drawn, in the literary sense, is wonderful. I just love how the world and story tied together, it was marvelous
And then you break the story down and its much much more than jist serviceable it took me an entire play through to realize the joke of shadow being the missing elemental was actully cannon
It spams flying enemies, which were always the cheapest enemies from Gaiden.
One of those games that are perfect on the switch.
@Tyler R luckily for the switch indie gems keep coming.
@Tyler R I end up playing it more than my Xbox and PS. Lol
Stop begging for switch ports
@@kevintemido it‘s already there 😂
@Tyler R Smh
The one game with "Cyber" that I look forward to playing
Hahaha lol 😂
"I saw this game the other day, let's check out this review."
Published by Yacht Club
"Annnnnnnnnnnnd bought"
Already one of the best games of 2021.
This game is great, but if you are not a fan of the classic look check out Strider (2014).
Both are great games!
Glad to see the reviewer acknowledge that The Messenger beat this game to the punch. It's also a great game.
Saw this video and look for the publisher name.
“Shut up and take my money”
This game is a Masterpiece
Yes
I think this game is on gamepass isn't it?
Its on gamepass on both PC and Xbox yes
..annnnd downloaded.
Oh sheeit thanks you just saved me money
Thats why I'm here
I'm just happy retro games still come out
It’s a great game with terrifically fun boss battles. Loves the music and graphics! Excellent work.
Looks like Ninja Gaiden 3 for NES.
@GUTS 101 I don't think many folks are old enough to have played KAGE, so ninja gaiden is just an easier reference due to having more entries
@GUTS 101 shadow of the ninja has a very different weapon. The sword looks nothing like cyber shadow or ninja Gaiden. Upgraded is like a Contra game, and also you have another weapon. Ninja Gaiden is always the sword.
@@EscapeCondition Ninja gaiden is older than Shadow of the ninja.
Metroid fusion
Metroid Gaiden
Game Pass for the win! I don't know when I would've bought this in the future but Game pass made this a day 1 play.
Man, I need an xbox!
Pretty cool! I think it looks much more like Shadow of the Ninja than Ninja Gaiden tho, at least visually it's more akin to Natsume's style from back then.
can't wait to see the speedruns of this gem
This game looks so fun
I think I seen this on Gamepass. I think I’ll need to give it a run.
Loving these side scrolling action games. If you like this, you'll probably like a game called "Huntdown". Anyone heard of it? It's a shooter masterpiece. Awesome gameplay and soundtrack.
Dude I spent a lot of time on messenger and now I’m playing this on game pass. Very nostalgic in terms of its predecessor ninja gaiden. This makes me feel like a kid again and I’m 25 years old lmao
i'll wait for a physical release
This is a awesome game that is a great throwback to the OG Ninja Gaiden trilogy I can safely say I'm grateful for the checkpoint system otherwise I would've been trying my best to not chuck my PS4 controller into my TV.
The Messenger is not Ninja Gaiden.
dont you get it, it has ninjas its the exact same game
umm nothing is ninja gaiden except ninja gaiden duh. They are similar tho
Neither is Cyber Shadow
Ninja hayden hahahhahar
@@reeanimationgaming1034 It's better.
I resent the predictable comparison to Ninja Gaiden. Cyber shadow draws greater inspiration from Shadow of the ninja aka kage. It's such a tragedy how that game, which is leagues ahead of Ninja Gaiden, continues to get nowhere near the recognition it deserves.
No matter though; the wait is finally over and I can't wait to get my retro fix with this awesome game.
Metroidvania maps with classic Ninja Gaiden look plus Megaman Zero power up. I’m sold.
The games very linear, not metroidvania at all.
boss at 2:40 looks just like the underwater stage boss from Shatterhand (nes)
Really to me the gameplay is where the game truly shines
im gonna die 1000 times playing this
I died almost 400 times. I have a little review on my channel for it, spoiler free of course.
@@boribori311 nobody asked!
@@astrobro7322 I decided to comment myself . Didn't need to ask, no one asked for you to comment either lmao.
I died 317 time before beating it
@@JabaPlay nice what killed you the most ,a boss fight or a level?
Was just playing this game right now. Wow wow wow amazing and I felted I was playing the old Nintendo damn... amazing work
The new Cyberpunk spin off game looks great
This joke is very original.
@@Largentina. yes
Remember folks, this is on Gamepass day 1 🙏🏼
GPU is the BEST!!!
Downloading now
It’s cool to get Ninja Gaiden influenced games but man I really want to see a Shinobi inspired game.
Man the cyberpunk genre is really popping off
there should be a NG+ where you have all your upgrades from the beginning
You can just replay the levels
References to Ninja Gaiden are prevalent, but the level design, music, characters, animations and core gameplay are more reminiscent of Mega Man, in my opinion.
Remember what it was like to play as Zero in Megaman X4? This is basically that, if it had been made for the NES.
Finally beat the game after 53 hours and 2,796 deaths
Awesome! after dead cells and hades another must play title on switch
Dead Cells is getting another big DLC tomorrow!
This isn't a rogue like tho.. Children Of Morta and Neon Abyss are really great too, if you're looking for those type of games
Been waiting for this game and now it’s here! Looking forward to Bushiden...
Looks gorgeous. Reminds me of Mega Man, too.
Close, but it's Ninja Gaiden
@@deprecated8036 so you're saying it doesnt remind me of mega man? Cool.
@@Otis151 u made me laugh
@@UltraPvnk how so?
@@Otis151 how deprecated took the liberty to "correct" u as if ur opinion is null and his absolute
Soundtrack is 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Looks fun.
SNES / Genesis era is my childhood.
Sign me up
people need to stop comparing this to the messenger, it plays differently, both games are great in their own individuality, and even the homages/inspiration are different from each other.
this game hits nostalgia hard.
Damn not only that I Love this Game, But Cyber Shadow is just like the Classic 8-bit Nintendo Version of Ninja Gaiden with a Cyberpunk Twist to it that's makin' me Love it even More." 🎮
I saw that it can use the Shovel Knight amiibo, what do they do?
Been playing for 30 hours and still stuck on the 5th stage. It’s such a massive difficultly spike from the reactor.
I get Contra, Strider, Ninja Gaiden, Metroid, and some Gradius feelies on this game, to name a few!
Haha I mentioned metroid and quite a bit of others in my review, check it out if you don't mind. I see you have gaming knowledge. 😎😎
Classics
Batman on NES + Ninja Gaiden with a touch of Power Blade and Super C. Awesome.
I love retro styled games!
Callback to Strider & the original Ninja Gaiden games. Glad to hear its as intense & challenging as them tbh.
I was thinking the same!
Strider in the NES was very much Metroidvania like (for the upgrades and returning to previously inaccessible areas) but divided by stages instead of open-world map.
Character is able to crouch?
Nope you can't. Holding down activates another attack. Check out my review for a little bit more in depth with story spoilers.
Playing it on PS4, and it's the real deal. Hard AF
looks awesome, i love shovel knight...downloading this immediately, thanks
It's releasing on Game Pass
does not bounce back after hitting the enemy, I like this game :)
It does though
How is this and Steel Assault not front page on Switch store right now?
Sonic: Super Mario in Hedgehog Form
Contra: Super Mario in Soldier Form
Cyber Shadow: Super Mario in Ninja Form
Anything else I missed? 🤔
This game has a godlike soundtracks.
Ninja gaiden is my favourite retro game.
Without updated graphics/mechanics, why not just play Ninja Gaiden 1-3?
TK Kirkland: I taught ign how to give microwave popcorn video game reviews.
NES ninja gaiden? SOLD!
This whole game is heavily inspired by Shadow of the Ninja (Kage Fighter) from NES era.. I think devs should also give credit to the original developer Natsume
Cyber Shadow and The Messenger are must plays
It seems that many game developers has taken a page from nintendo.
Nostalgia is a hell of a drug.
Mega Man 9 back in 2008 started all this.
Oh yeah? Try and make any mere concept of a game that isn't related or based on something else
Awesome game but the last levels are a tad too demanding for me. Maybe needs simpler controls or esay mode? Anyway, its a great game! :D
8/10 niaaaa. I think it should be on one point more :(
You have not played the game.
Lin kui clan approves this👍🏻
Hahah yesss they do🙏🙏
Awesome, I’m super excited for this one
Still does not look better than the PS4 Strider. That 2D experience was GREAT! Shinobi next!
First Trailer: ZERO in Ninja Gaiden.
Early Game: Ryu in Rockman X.
Cruely forgotten from GOT lists due to it's early release.
Ahhhh yes... environmental spike hazards, we meet again my oldest and greatest enemy.
Looks fun, but that Ninja theme is recently a bit overused in other great indies.
The story is interesting too, not just a simple ninja clan game. I did a spoiler free review.
Hey man ninjas are cool
That and samurais
Hm... Sounds like a 9 tho
You have not played the game.
@@TRQDude You can see that my comment was about the review, not the game. Is it really complex for you?
I will be getting this for sure!
No New Game+? That seems kinda off given YCC handled SK and there are very similar traits here.
- Enemies do more damage
- Enemies have more health
- Less checkpoints
Seems like this should've been pretty much standard.
It was only published by yacht club games, they didn't develop it
You forgot to mention the brutal knock back when hit
I hope they wil make a strider game like this. Would love the nostalgia.
Run Saber on the SNES is even better. I would love to see a sequel to that.
People who don't like this kind of pixelated aesthetic or indie games are teenagers that their first console ever was a ps3 and never played with wired controllers.
It released on my birthday so I was pretty happy about it.