NINJA MASTER'S ACA NEOGEO is a premium action game that brings the 1996 SNK classic to modern devices. In this fighting game, you visit the fictional world of Zipangu and play as one of the twelve warriors wielding different weapons and fighting styles. Most characters are inspired by Japanese history and folklore, facing off in best-of-three matches.

As a part of the ACA NEOGEO series, NINJA MASTER'S ACA NEOGEO faithfully recreates the original fighting game, including the dated 2D art and its themed soundtrack. You can also check out ACA NEOGEO RAGNAGARD or SAMURAI SHODOWN III ACA NEOGEO.

Fight for the future of Zipangu

In NINJA MASTER'S ACA NEOGEO, you play as one of the characters from Japanese culture. The main hero is Sasuke Sarutobi, a ninja who seeks to avenge his fallen father. He is joined by a colorful cast that includes Goemon Ishikawa, Ranmaru Mumiyo Kagura, and Oda Nobunaga. Like the early Samurai Shodown games, it features a power meter that allows you to pull special and more damaging attacks.

The game is a part of the ACA NEOGEO series, which ports and releases classic arcade games for mobile devices. As such, expect a faithful recreation of the original game. Dated 2D artwork with vibrant colors and Japanese-themed action soundtracks are all present in this game. The controls are remapped for touchscreens, with full support for external and Bluetooth controllers.

Expect the same restrictions as the original as a faithful recreation of an arcade game. One, it only has a limited number of game modes available. Also, playing the Arcade mode can be quite challenging for some players, particularly in the latter stages. Other than these minor setbacks, this game is a fun nostalgic experience that also works as a casual fighting game you can enjoy on the go.

A good retro experience

Like most games in the ACA NEOGEO catalog, NINJA MASTER'S ACA NEOGEO is a simple yet enjoyable experience for a wide range of players. Retro arcade enjoyers can now have another classic title on mobile while younger players can enjoy the casual fights it offers. The game is straightforward, although it comes across as dated and boring. Still, it’s worth a shot.