Mini Ninjas

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 120 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 85 out of 120
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 120
  3. Negative: 11 out of 120
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  1. MagdyM
    Jan 16, 2010
    10
    Even Though the game is simple, it has plenty to offer even the game achievements are fun to pursue.
  2. Der-Rickster
    Jul 7, 2012
    10
    It's just a simple fun game, entertaining and doesn't require much strategy if any. So if you had a hard day and want to relax, this is the game for you.
  3. drakenseng
    Feb 12, 2013
    10
    an outstanding game. the story is of several ninjas, lost and coming together to fight for their clan against the samurai clan. great graphics with the cel shading and the gameplay is like playing super mario ninja. not a lot of games like this on the pc, so its definitely one of the best platformers. i played with a 360 controller so i suggest its best to play it with that. it has somean outstanding game. the story is of several ninjas, lost and coming together to fight for their clan against the samurai clan. great graphics with the cel shading and the gameplay is like playing super mario ninja. not a lot of games like this on the pc, so its definitely one of the best platformers. i played with a 360 controller so i suggest its best to play it with that. it has some great boss battles as well, which is always entertaining in ANY game. great level designs and lots of variety of characters to play.… Expand
  4. JoshL
    Sep 8, 2009
    10
    Stunning game, 10/10 must play. Despite the coop, you can't bash this game for that.
  5. EmilFalslundR
    Sep 25, 2009
    10
    awsome game, it has great humor, great story and funny good looking visuals. i dont understand the critics, its a fantastic game, even for adults
  6. tsakiym
    May 18, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything more. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it............................… Expand
  7. EptaEpt
    Sep 13, 2022
    1
    Sorry, but positive feedback is not available in your region. At least until your leadership changes the two-faced policy in their actions and statements.
  8. RichardW
    Sep 17, 2009
    9
    Combat is a bit loose, but the gameplay is fun, the environments are immersive, and the art style is endearing. I especially like how they include 'sneaky' ways by many fights.
  9. JasonH
    Dec 29, 2009
    9
    A great little game with hours of playability. Easy enough for the young gamer but challenging enough for older gamers interested in more casual gaming.
  10. deepakP
    Oct 8, 2009
    9
    excellent game. i can describe it as a mini Prince of Persia series. the moves, graphics,cut scenes are cool. though the game is easy to finish, its a whole lot of fun. if u r looking for a third person game which is full of fun,then u can definitely play this game
  11. Jamie
    Sep 12, 2009
    10
    This is one FUN game. It looks beautiful and plays well. Lots of hidden stuff to find and secret places to explore. Lots of extra little touches like the hornet nest that fell from a tree when I tried to harvest fruit - I got pursued by a horde of bees. Stylistcally beautiful too, reminiscent of Okami, but with better gameplay. Nothing new, but everything's just so well done and so This is one FUN game. It looks beautiful and plays well. Lots of hidden stuff to find and secret places to explore. Lots of extra little touches like the hornet nest that fell from a tree when I tried to harvest fruit - I got pursued by a horde of bees. Stylistcally beautiful too, reminiscent of Okami, but with better gameplay. Nothing new, but everything's just so well done and so much fun... Well done!!!!!… Expand
  12. AnthonyP
    Sep 13, 2009
    10
    Awesome game for all ages (I'm 22) and genders (My G/F loves it too). If you liked Zelda games you'll love this!
  13. ConorH
    Sep 15, 2009
    10
    One of the best games this year and the only one fo its style this year, after edios poor show with tomb raider this is a return to form.
  14. Freez
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    A fun game, cartoon graphics are well done, innocent story... only bad thing is that its to easy and the combat is a bit odd sometimes. If u just mash attack button alot of the time youll fly forward with a slash which is just part of the attack sequence but if unintentional to go forward youll find yourself flying off a cliff (which doesnt hurt, unless you fall down a hole). Also it wouldA fun game, cartoon graphics are well done, innocent story... only bad thing is that its to easy and the combat is a bit odd sometimes. If u just mash attack button alot of the time youll fly forward with a slash which is just part of the attack sequence but if unintentional to go forward youll find yourself flying off a cliff (which doesnt hurt, unless you fall down a hole). Also it would be nice if the music played throughout the game. All in all a fun game and easily easily worth the $15 it costs off Steam. I had a good time :)… Expand
  15. ShrewdReviews
    Jun 3, 2012
    9
    Mini Ninjas is that little box you've seen, picked up, and considered every time you've entered a games retailer since late 2009. You've seen discounted, pre-played copies. You've asked yourself if it's worth it. You've tried to make a mental note to read some reviews when you got home.

    Your instincts were right. Everything, from the art style, music, voice-acting, sound effects,    Mini Ninjas is that little box you've seen, picked up, and considered every time you've entered a games retailer since late 2009. You've seen discounted, pre-played copies. You've asked yourself if it's worth it. You've tried to make a mental note to read some reviews when you got home.

    Your instincts were right.

    Everything, from the art style, music, voice-acting, sound effects, scenery, and plot of this game screams charm and entertainment. At first, the combat seems childish and simplistic. Do not be put off. It quickly grows satisfyingly, though not frighteningly, complex. You'll weave sword, spell, stealth, and stamina together in smooth combinations to yield success. It's accessible to children or new gamers, yet enthralling and savoury for the elite.

    Hack-and-slash games have a tendancy to be quite linear and limiting, disallowing experimentation and choice: not so with Mini Ninjas. Finding yourself on the wrong side of a narrow bridge with archers on the opposite shore, many titles would give you but a single option: a brave but reckless charge. Mini Ninjas grants you the prerogative, letting you equip a woven straw hat designed to deflect incoming arrows. On the other hand, you could eschew the guileless advance entirely, opting for stealth to travel downstream until you find a traversible part of the river, enabling you to surprise your foes from behind. You may also realize that you might expend some of your spiritual energy to temporarily possess the body of a nearby forest creature, using it to inconspicuously cross the bridge, then returning to your true form right in the enemy's midst.

    Clocking in at around 10 to 11 hours of total gamplay (there's no multiplayer), it's tough to justify spending the standard fee of around $30 for a console disc, or $15 on Steam. The next time you spot it for under $10, however, don't hesitate.

    http://shrewdreviews.blogspot.ca/2012/05/brief-review-mini-ninjas.html    … Expand
  16. ritardedartkid
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    Such a cute game. Although it's definitely more of a children's title, it's still a nice relaxing game for adults to enjoy as well. You can always turn up the difficulty, ignore the power up potions, or explore the world for 100% completion to make it a little bit harder.
  17. dogelion
    May 27, 2015
    10
    This game was my childhood, fantastic game, beautiful graphics and scenery, amazing music and a heart warming story.

    All it needs now is a sequel.

    10/10
  18. Dco326
    Sep 26, 2021
    9
    Jedna od zanimljivijih igrica, jeste grafika stara i secka ali je dobra i smesna i story je ok, lepo se sam PROVO :D
  19. Danil_Shtangeev
    Mar 21, 2020
    8
    Looks cool. Great music, environment & character design. I've played this game many years ago.
  20. matdimond
    Aug 10, 2019
    9
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  21. Imaspy
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    This is my childhood I ♡ this game ................................................
  22. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    7
    Прикольная игруха. Я больше тупо ничего не помню. Геймплей вообще не запомнился. Заполнил, что игра от создателей Хитмана
  23. rbxq
    Jun 30, 2022
    9
    This game is certainly a standout. Scenery feels natural and real. Created breath of the wild before breath of the wild created breath of the wild. Very traditional feeling despite the fact i have no idea what traditional japan is supposed to be like. Simple yet fun gameplay.

Awards & Rankings

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#84 Best PC Game of 2009
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#84 Most Discussed PC Game of 2009
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#26 Most Shared PC Game of 2009

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Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. 3DJuegos
    65
    Mini Ninjas is a likeable want to be, but it´s no more than that. It could be an awesome videogame, but IO Interactive didn’t know how to develop its good and innovative premise.
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  2. VideoGamer
    70
    The cutscenes are lovely, the dialogue and voice over work stereotypical but fitting, and the soundtrack is a wistful traditional Japanese score that rekindles memories of The Karate Kid. Still, Mini Ninjas will do nothing to quell the growing call from core gamers for IO's "next-gen" Hitman game.
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  3. Vandal
    78
    Mini Ninjas is a good action game, entertaining, enjoyable and able to offer some hours of good fun, but far from being one of the great games of the genre.
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