Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 45 games similar to Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master down to the 17 that fit the “PlayStation” category. Dust: An Elysian Tail, BloodRayne (Legacy) and STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

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Within the “PlayStation” category, the closest game to Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master is Dust: An Elysian Tail — scoring 73/100 on our similarity scale. BloodRayne (Legacy) and STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜 follow close behind.

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The best games like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master on PlayStation

17 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master. Each one has been evaluated across 7 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Dust: An Elysian TailClosest overall match

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Dust: An Elysian Tail

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DNarrativeFantasy

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7

Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ 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

Dust: an Elysian Tale is an action role-playing game with metroidvania elements set in an imaginary world called Falana. Dust, the main character, with his sentient sword called Blade of Ahrah and guardian Fidget explores the “2D” side-scrolled environments.

Released 19 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat74

#2BloodRayne (Legacy)

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BloodRayne (Legacy)

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DDarkNarrative

Steam👍 60%· 928RAWG👍 34%· 40MC68IGDB65· 3

Year 2011Dev Abstraction Games · Majesco EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ 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

The original video game femme fatale, Rayne, has returned to battle and feed in a brand new hack ‘n slash adventure. Slay ghastly enemies as Rayne, the sexy dhampir with superhuman strength, speed, and agility, recruited by the vampire hunting Brimstone Society for one last mission.

Released 18 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat74

#3STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DSci-FiCyberpunk

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ 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

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Released 19 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat71

#4ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

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ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DDarkHardcore

Steam👍 95%· 18KIGDB90· 2OC86· 68

Year 2025Dev Live Wire · Binary Haze InteractivePlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ 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

STORYSet in the Land of Fumes, this prosperous magical superpower is home to vast quantities of magical resources lurking underneath the surface. In hopes of advancing their kingdom's development, artificial life forms known as Homunculi came into being.

Released 32 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat68

#5The Revenge of Shinobi

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The Revenge of Shinobi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

Year 1989Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

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

≠ Missing: combat magic.

Same studio: Sega Enterprises, Ltd..

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat68

#6Alex Kidd in Miracle World

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DFantasy

Year 1986Dev Sega Enterprises, Ltd.On PlayStation 3

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

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling and fantasy world, while skipping combat magic

Same studio: Sega Enterprises, Ltd..

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat66

#7NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

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NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

Solo2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 2.5KRAWG👍 90%· 20IGDB86· 7OC86· 131

Year 2025Dev The Game Kitchen · DotEmuPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling and visual pixel, while skipping melee combat

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

Released 32 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals73

#8Comix ZoneClosest on combat

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Comix Zone

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagic2DHardcore

Steam👍 94%· 18

Year 1995Dev Sega Technical Institute · Tec ToyOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ 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

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100

#9Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicMelee2DDark

IGDB92· 3

Year 1997Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3

✓ 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

Released 4 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals73

#10Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

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Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeMagic2DCozy

Steam👍 93%· 3.0KIGDB82· 5OC81· 52

Year 2014Dev WayForward · Rising Star GamesOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ 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

Released 21 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals64

#11KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

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KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2D

RAWG👍 84%· 44MC83

Year 2000Dev AtlusOn PS

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

≠ Missing: precision platforming.

What is reality...? Reality is just a series of events and players acting out what you believe is real. When we accept that fact, then our world becomes “reality.” Enter Maya Amano, an up-and-coming editor for a popular teen magazine. This has been her dream for as long as she can remember.

Released 7 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat70

#12Forgotton Anne

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DNarrativeCasual

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ 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

Released 25 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat69

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Chasm

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 73%· 2.7KIGDB70· 8OC72· 39

Year 2018Dev Bit Kid, Inc.On PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Stands apart with Metroidvania exploration, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs, while skipping action RPG combat

Released 25 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Combat70Visuals56

#14Dex

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Dex

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DStealthNarrative

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd. · Badland IndieOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, Metroidvania exploration and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: combat.

Released 22 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals78Combat43

#15Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

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Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMelee2DStealthRanged

Steam👍 74%· 3.8KIGDB70· 8OC67· 53

Year 2015Dev Climax Studios · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

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

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, stealth mechanics and ranged combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master: combat.

Released 22 years after Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Combat37

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