Mystical Ninja starring Goemon

 Nintendo 64
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Apr 16, 1998
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
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  1. TotalGames.net
    85
    An enjoyable, fun-filled game which should keep you puzzling for a long time to come.
  2. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    80
    Mystical Ninja had a nation of young adults spiking and dying their hair. Or not. [Jan 2004, p.189]
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  3. IGN
    76
    If you're turned off by slightly strange Japanese humor, stay away from this game. N64 owners eager to get their hands on anything that smells even remotely of an RPG will find a funny title.
  5. Nintendojo
    75
    This game is a solid title. Like a Honda Civic, it doesn't do anything to blow your socks off but it doesn't dissapoint you either. It's a reliable source of FUN!!
  6. All Game Guide
    70
    Games rarely have any sense of culture at all … but those looking for a relatively enjoyable adventure with lots of wit should prepare for a trip to feudal Japan. You won't soon forget it.
  7. GameSpot
    67
    Mystical Ninja will be digital culture shock to the uninitiated. Mystical Ninja is a solid, quirky, and entirely rehashed title that holds its own well against the horde of painful Mario clones.
  8. Nintendorks
    60
    In conclusion, this is a pretty good game, but I doubt I'll add it to my library since it isn't that difficult and doesn't have any lasting value.
  9. Hot Games
    60
    The odd nature of the story and world is a change of pace (now there's an understatement) from the rest of the pack, and this one is probably worth checking out.
  10. Games Domain
    60
    If you've the stomach for the Japanese silliness, there just might be something here for you. This game is not a true RPG however. Expect a quirky 3d platformer that is easy to play and surprisingly long.
  11. Game Revolution
    42
    Combine equal parts Super Mario 64, Japanese soap opera, Telly Tubbies, and LSD freakout. Shake (don't stir). And pour into your Nintendo. This will approximate the effect of Mystical Ninja, the most incomprehensible of incomprehensible anime games I have ever seen. Confusing, obtuse, ridiculous and very, very mediocre.

Awards & Rankings

12
#12 Best N64 Game of 1998
7
#7 Most Discussed N64 Game of 1998
6
#6 Most Shared N64 Game of 1998

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 60 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 60
  3. Negative: 2 out of 60
  1. Xanadeux23
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    This game is a place I will always want to return to. Amazed at the dim-witted review sites that reported a negative sort of culture shock. IThis game is a place I will always want to return to. Amazed at the dim-witted review sites that reported a negative sort of culture shock. I played this in 5th grade (not really even knowing what Japan was) and did not find any of the story, characters or humor the least bit puzzling or confounding.… Full Review »
  2. MarkusZ
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    What a hidden gem this beautiful game is. You learn about Japanese culture in the beautiful and peaceful Edo-Periode.
  3. Turjegb
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    So much fun this is Konami best game and should be remade since now they are back!
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