Tenchu: Shadow Assassins

 Wii
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Feb 5, 2009
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
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  1. Gameplayer
    90
    Perhaps best of all, though, the developer has managed to create a graphically rich and detailed version of 13th Century Japan that’s positively dripping with atmosphere.
  2. 3DJuegos
    85
    Tenchu: Shadow Assassins redefines the series in a videogame more reflexive and less action paced than its predecessors. It's difficult, it's engaging, it's exciting and it's very inmersive. If you want to act like a real ninja, this game is definitely for you.
  3. Universo Nintendo
    85
    Tenchu: Shadow Assassins is a great game, recommended to anyone who enjoys action, thievery and the sensation of being a true ninja.
  5. Worth Playing
    80
    Here's hoping a few things can be cleaned up for a second iteration on the Wii, and I'd definitely suggest that curious fans give Shadow Assassins a try.
  6. Games Master UK
    80
    A rare slice of meaty action on the Wii. Plenty of sneaky entertainment to be had. [Mar 2009, p.68]
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  7. GameZone
    80
    One of the best Tenchu sequels ever made.
  8. InsideGamer.nl
    80
    Tenchu 4 aint a perfect game, but the gore makes it very interesting. Are you a fan of ninjas, stealth and diverse missions? If so, then Tenchu is your game!
  9. Nintendo Life
    80
    Tenchu: Shadow Assassins is a game that will be welcomed by many: good attention to detail and largely well-implemented controls combine with a compelling story to create a terrific cinematic gaming experience.
  10. Nintendo Gamer
    80
    Really get into it and you'll spend weeks finding the perfect 'solutions". For everyone else, this is a rare actioner on Wii, and very competently handheld. [JPN Import; Mar 2009, p.58]
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  11. IGN
    80
    Despite some issues with regard to character control and the fact that some series staples like lots of rooftop exploration are oddly missing from the Wii sequel, the end product is still fun.
  12. Cheat Code Central
    78
    The further you delve into the game's entrancing plot and ninja sneakiness, the more you'll come to appreciate its high points. Plus, who doesn't love being a ninja assassin?
  13. XGN
    78
    Ubisoft has placed a good Wii title on the shelves, with some flaws and small imperfections. Overall it looks good and the sound is also really fine. Every gamer will be entertained at least ten hours with the storyline. Despite the small mistakes, Tenchu is definitely a must have for the Wii!
  14. Vandal
    75
    Tenchu: Shadow Assassins is a good game, but because of its design, not everyone will like it. Is a pretty demanding game that can become frustrating, above all in those moments we will have to wait hoping not to be tracked down and be able to continue. Because of that is a game recommended to those patient players or to the ones used to this game mechanics.

Awards & Rankings

81
#81 Best Wii Game of 2009
32
#32 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
31
#31 Most Shared Wii Game of 2009

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 39
  3. Negative: 7 out of 39
  1. MinionX
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    The worst main title ever in the Tenchu franchise, since it not only retains the same problems of its predecessors with respect to the camera,The worst main title ever in the Tenchu franchise, since it not only retains the same problems of its predecessors with respect to the camera, and the very stupid AI of the NPCs, but does not even allow basic elements to be used in the gameplay of Tenchu, as the well known Grappling Hook; The combat has never been something remarkable in Tenchu compared to other similar titles, but in any case it has always been satisfactory, which is the opposite of this title, where the fighting basically do not exist, since everything is resolved through a boring and repetitive minigame; Also not forgetting that for some striking reason, the personnel weapons of Ayame, and Rikimaru (Izayoi) magically disappeared in this title, so now the player has the option to start the levels with a generic ninja sword that even wastes an inventory slot.… Full Review »
  2. ToguroYounger
    Oct 16, 2019
    0
    ¡¡ This TECHU title just SVCK AZZ !!
    Even the combat system barely present of it is TRASH.
  3. sabaothkelly
    Sep 16, 2019
    0
    THIS Tenchu main title is so bad...., that it makes any other Tenchu main title look like a masterpiece. Even the combat system in it isTHIS Tenchu main title is so bad...., that it makes any other Tenchu main title look like a masterpiece. Even the combat system in it is nothing more than a bad joke. IT SUCKS… Full Review »
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