Nightshade

Nightshade (2003)

by Sega WOW, Sega
Genres:Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Themes:Action
Game modes:Single player
Story:A new rift opens between Earth and the evil realm. Unwilling to succumb to the demonic forces threatening Tokyo, the people enlist the talents of Hibana. With her sword in hand, she alone must battle the legion of Hellspawn and return peace to Earth. Unleash chain attacks to destroy countless enemies. Crush evil with powerful Ninja Magic. Execute devastating mid-air assaults and defense maneuvers. Fight atop fighter jets, moving trucks, and more. Nightshade is the direct sequel to the 2002 Shinobi revival and follows the exploits of a kunoichi, a female shinobi, named Hibana.Show more
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Childhood memories!When I was a child, I used the PS2 game console to play every day.I really, really want to replay this game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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