Nightshade

 PlayStation 2
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 25
  3. Negative: 2 out of 25
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  1. KyleD.
    Oct 9, 2004
    10
    I think this was a great addition to anyone who loves games like onimusha and such. and the person who gave this a 2 can't even spell SHINOBI.
  2. Rockernightrider
    Feb 8, 2004
    10
    Sega ubber alles! nightshade is so almighty bad ass beat-em-up! nigtshade rules !
  3. Rockernightrider
    Feb 8, 2004
    10
    Sega ubber alles! nightshade is so almighty bad ass beat-em-up! nigtshade rules !
  4. GiuseppeA.
    Mar 13, 2004
    0
    Junk !
  5. Rockernightrider
    Feb 8, 2004
    10
    Sega ubber alles! nightshade is so almighty bad ass beat-em-up! nigtshade rules !
  6. [Anonymous]
    May 13, 2004
    5
    First, they make blue hedgehogs that run, and now they're making a ninja game. Of course they have experience (from Shinobi) but they do not show it at all in this game. It is too repetitive and frustrating. If you want a good ninja game, I recommend Ninja Gaiden. If you want a good Sega game, you should check out Panzer Dragoon Orta or Jet Set Radio Future.
  7. DavidA.
    Jun 28, 2004
    2
    This must be one of the worst games I've ever played. The controls suck bad dude. They just tried to make a copy of Shinoby, only that shinoby was a thousand times better all I have to say is that this game sucks @$$.
  8. Sp!racy
    Sep 11, 2007
    7
    An above average follow-up to Shinobi. Nightshade's visuals and control scheme are tops, however the camera option could of been better. I hate having to readjust every five minutes while leaping from truck to truck in stage 6 and then again in stage 9 and 10. The difficulty ranges from managable to "my god!! what have i done to deserve this!", which isn't so bad if you have An above average follow-up to Shinobi. Nightshade's visuals and control scheme are tops, however the camera option could of been better. I hate having to readjust every five minutes while leaping from truck to truck in stage 6 and then again in stage 9 and 10. The difficulty ranges from managable to "my god!! what have i done to deserve this!", which isn't so bad if you have patience and above average reflexes. I'm not too keen on the "gotta catch em all" philosophy for unlocking bonus items, but that's another issue altogether.… Expand
  9. Nancy
    Jul 19, 2005
    7
    It's still a great game but it got overly complicated from its predecessor with so many things you have to find inorder to unlock stuff plus getting all the scrolls and health power-ups etc. I would have liked to see it more like Shinobi simple hack and slash ninja action!
  10. DasBaronne
    Jan 28, 2013
    8
    A great sequel to Shinobi. Its not AS good, though it is still just as hard. Camera still has issues, but its still fun.
    Gameplay is good.
    Storyline is okay.
    Graphics are AWESOME (and VERY Japanese/Neo-Tokyo-ish).
  11. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 26, 2023
    7
    This sequel to the PS2's "Shinobi" reboot is less difficult, but also less exciting. It's a less inspired, more generic action game. However, fans of fast and stylish arcade-style action will have a blast. The cinematics are good and the gameplay is fun, if a bit repetitive. For an early 2000's ninja-themed action game, you could do worse. I would rate "Nightshade" with a 7.7 out of 10.
  12. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    7
    Tons of forgettable fun. I liked Shinobi so I played this one, of course. Good old times.

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#92 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004

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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 39
  3. Negative: 3 out of 39
  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    If you liked "Shinobi" but hated the controller-throwing difficulty of it, then you'll flip over Sega's latest ninja adventure. [Apr 2004, p.100]
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  2. GameSpy
    75
    It does decrease the barrier of entry enough that the average gamer has a better shot at enjoying it. Combine that with superior level design and attractive graphics and my preference for it over "Shinobi" is obvious. It's still chock full of frustration and teeth-gnashing.
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  3. PSX Nation
    70
    The bottom line is, if you liked "Shinobi" then you'll most likely love Nightshade. With more unlockables and selectable difficulty's than it's predecessor (and replay value as well), Nightshade is a good buy.
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