Saigo no Nindou

Game Boy · 1993 · EU

Also known as: Saigo No Nindou

Irem Bits Studios

Publisher: Irem · Developer: Bits Studios

Gekkou's journey takes him through seven stages, varying from woodlands, wastelands, swamps, temples and cliffs. Each stage begins with the player slashing his way to the end, until he confronts a level boss. The ninja is always armed with the katana, Righteous Cloud, which can be fluidly used to attack in all directions. Extra weapons include the Swirling Leaf (shurikens), the Bamboo Thunder (bombs), and the Rising Dragon/Shouryu (kusarigama). There are also several power-up items, such as one unleashing multiple ninja ghosts to assist the player.