Game
Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom
84IGDB player score
47 ratings
Previously Take
Quietly sitting at an 84 average. The algorithm never did this one any favors. Straightforward adventure game — it knows what it is. No multiplayer, no problem — the campaign carries the whole thing.
About this game
Thrilling new cinema screen! Follow the story of Ryu's epic adventure through Tecmo's movie-like Cinema Screen Animation. As you complete each level, a new part of the story unfolds. Exciting new powers and weapons! Over the years Ninja Ryu's fighting skills have improved to include fantastic new powers and weapons. Action-packed Ninja adventure! Can you get Ryu through his most challenging adventure as he battles the hideous ancient forces of darkness to save mankind? The Ultimate Ninja Challenge!
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Game facts
Release date
Jun 21, 1991
Developer
Koei Tecmo Games, Tecmo
Publisher
Koei Tecmo Games, Playtronic, Tecmo
Platforms
Arcade, Nintendo 3DS, Wii, Family Computer, Wii U, Nintendo Entertainment System
Genres
Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Arcade
Themes
Action
Game modes
Single player
Franchise
Ninja Gaiden
Perspective
Side view
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