SEGA and Lizardcube, the crew behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4, have launched the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance! On this weblog, we’d prefer to share some highlights from the DLC and the free replace that went dwell at the moment, in addition to some phrases from the builders.
■About SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance DLC “SEGA Villains Stage”
Face off in opposition to legendary SEGA bosses Goro Majima (Like a Dragon & Yakuza collection), DeathAdder (Golden Axe collection) and Dr. Eggman (Sonic collection) in a journey throughout dimensions!
Contents
- 5 crossover phases
- 3 bosses (Goro Majima, DeathAdder, Dr. Eggman,)
- 2 Boss Rush modes that includes the DLC bosses
- 3 further Ninpo
- 3 new outfits
- 6 new music tracks
*This DLC is included within the SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance Digital Deluxe Version and the Digital Deluxe Improve.
*To make use of this product, you will need to personal the SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance base recreation.
*You possibly can entry this stage after finishing the fourth zone of the bottom recreation, which incorporates The Desert, Mad Prepare, and ENE Corp Laboratory.
*Some depictions on this DLC could also be harking back to tsunamis and different pure disasters, which might probably trigger stress or anxiousness. Participant discretion is suggested.
SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance Free Replace
A brand-new free replace is now accessible for all gamers!
Replace Overview
Hardcore Mode
A high-difficulty mode that includes adjustments in enemy placement and stronger boss assaults.
– Extra Fight Settings
New choices allow you to regulate restoration frames, the flash impact when taking injury, and digital camera shake throughout fight.
– Numerous different quality-of-life enhancements.
Particular Message From the SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance Improvement Crew
Takaharu Terada, SEGA’s Senior Director, and Ben Fiquet, Lizardcube’s Artwork Director and CEO, share insights into the brand new DLC together with a message for gamers.
Message from Takaharu Terada (SEGA Senior Director
Thanks all for taking part in SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance. The sport has been nominated for quite a few awards and obtained widespread popularity of its motion gameplay. Its success is a testomony to Lizardcube’s uncompromising dedication to high quality. We will’t thanks sufficient!
After we first started work on the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, the plan was merely to create just a few phases targeted on boss battles, however since Lizardcube’s so devoted to high quality, we ended up filling the DLC with tons of options, together with Hardcore Mode, new Ninpo impressed by the bosses, and customizable fight settings.
Incorporating participant suggestions, we’ve packed the sport with difficult content material impressed by lots of your requests. Whether or not you’re simply beginning out or have already spent numerous hours taking part in, we hope you get pleasure from this thrilling new wave of content material.
Message from Ben Fiquet (Lizardcube’s Artwork Director and CEO)
Because the launch of SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance, the group’s vitality has been electrical. We’re extremely grateful for the fervour you’ve proven for Joe Musashi’s return.
From the wonderful combo reels to the followers of the franchise embracing this new journey and aesthetics, we’re very proud to be a part of SHINOBI’s legacy. I imagine that is considered one of 2025’s finest motion video games for certain (however I could also be biased 🙂 )
Reimagining SHINOBI was a singular bridge between cultures. Our manufacturing course of mixed SEGA’s legendary historical past with Lizardcube’s personal craft and sensibility. This collaboration was a dream come true, SEGA’s experience and Lizardcube’s strengths proved to be an excellent match.
As we broaden the universe, this DLC can also be a love letter to SEGA. You’ll be going through DeathAdder, the last word boss from Golden Axe, Goro Majima from Yakuza and naturally Dr. Eggman, who embodies one of many coolest villains ever. Every victory will grant you a brand new ninpo, just like the notorious Golden Axe or the clone capacity from Majima that you just’ll have the ability to use at will within the DLC and the primary recreation. This can carry some new and wonderful combos from the group. Thanks for strolling the trail of the ninja.
We will’t wait so that you can face these new threats!
Digital Deluxe Version and Digital Deluxe Improve Obtainable
Soar into SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance with all its DLC by choosing up the Digital Deluxe Version! When you already personal the usual version, seize the Digital Deluxe Improve to get all the bonus content material.
【Digital Deluxe Version Contents】
– Starter Pack（Ghost Outfit, Medic Lite Amulet, and a couple of,000 Gold）
*Gold is collected throughout gameplay and can’t be bought individually.
– SEGA Villains Stage DLC
– the Digital Artwork Guide and Soundtrack
【Digital Deluxe Improve】
Grants homeowners of the SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance base recreation entry to the contents of the Digital Deluxe Version.
SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance Product Info
Launch Date: August 29, 2025 (Fri)
Platforms: PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4 *No bodily model accessible for PlayStation®4
Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese language (Conventional, Simplified)
SHINOBI: Artwork of Vengeance – DLC “SEGA Villains Stage” Product Info
Launch Date：April 3,2026 (Fri)
Platforms：PlayStation 5 /PlayStation 4
Languages：Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese language (Conventional, Simplified)
