I-Ninja

 Xbox
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. 1UP
    70
    The controls hold up better than in most platformers, the levels are well-designed, and your character has a good repertoire of attacks.
  2. TeamXbox
    68
    The game provides a stiff challenge throughout, which may turn off some youngsters that are initially attracted to its cutesy style.
  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    68
    I love what this game offers - classic 3D platforming with a supercool mini-ninja dude. The problem is, I-Ninja doesn't offer a whole heckuva lot of it. You can blast through the entire game in a few sessions. [Dec 2003, p.192]
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  5. GameShark
    64
    It's enjoyable but short, easy to learn but difficult to master, with a character who isn't quite compelling enough for the title to stand out in a genre that has too long been crowded and cutthroat.
  6. Xbox Nation Magazine
    60
    Unbridled rage, piss and vinegar, diminutive features, and cool quips ("The steel is cold, yes!") add up to make Ninja a genuinely likable figure starring in a game that's not as good as it should be, nor as bad as one might fear. [Mar 2004, p.86]
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  7. XboxAddict
    60
    Almost your typical run around while slicing and dicing your way through enemies. There are a few things in the game that make it stand out from others but not enough to make it groundbreaking.
  8. eToychest
    60
    There are some bright points, such as an abundance of moves, and some interesting levels, but this is overshadowed by bland presentation and disjoined gameplay.

Awards & Rankings

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#70 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#90 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. RealMonkey
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    This game is one of the best game so played on Xbox it has amazing ninja action amazing cutscenes plus Perfect gameplay
  2. Untitled94
    Jul 15, 2021
    7
    I mostly played the PS2 version growing up, but this one is pretty much the same, albeit with slightly better visuals. This game has someI mostly played the PS2 version growing up, but this one is pretty much the same, albeit with slightly better visuals. This game has some pretty good gameplay. It's pretty funny and has a lot of charm. The problem is in some of the level design. Some levels can go on way longer than they need to and some of the challenges you need to do to progress can be too hard at times. I understand that they wanted every level to feel different, but they could've done a little bit of a better job with that. Otherwise, this is a decent game.… Full Review »
  3. eliphas0
    Nov 4, 2016
    6
    The game has a great sense of humor and a fun story. Unfortunately the fun elements are ruined by an awful camera and poor controls. The gameThe game has a great sense of humor and a fun story. Unfortunately the fun elements are ruined by an awful camera and poor controls. The game isn't difficult, at least not in a "Challenging" sense but in a "You must do this exactly right with floaty controls while the camera does its best to blind you."
    The game is fun when it is not irritating but overall you can tell the game was pushed out before it was ready.    … Full Review »
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