31 Melee games like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master that you should try

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, fighting mechanics and punishing difficulty, while skipping precision platforming

✓ If you enjoyed Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and combat magic

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

✓ If you enjoyed Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping action RPG combat

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, combat magic and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, deep simulation and vibe casual, while skipping action RPG combat

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and fighting mechanics

✓ Shared with Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and fighting mechanics, while skipping combat magic

✓ Shared with Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and horror setting, while skipping combat magic

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and setting scifi, while skipping combat magic

✓ If you enjoyed Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and punishing difficulty, while skipping combat magic

✓ Like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and melee combat.

≠ Missing: precision platforming.

✓ Shared with Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping combat magic

✓ Shared with Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping combat magic

✓ If you enjoyed Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat