Is Shinobi: Art of Vengeance on Xbox Game Pass?
No—the new Shinobi: Art of Vengeance isn’t part of Xbox Game Pass at launch. If the hope was for a stealthy freebie, that’s not on the table. It’s one of those straight-purchase deals: grab it for Xbox One or Series X|S, but Game Pass subscribers need to buy the game separately. Several reputable gaming outlets reported this ahead of the August 29, 2025, launch, confirming there’s no “day one” Game Pass boost for Shinobi fans.
A little disappointing if the plan was to binge yet another retro reboot on subscription. For some, it’ll be worth the buy—a return of a classic Sega IP, styled in sharp, hand-drawn 2D by the devs behind Streets of Rage 4. But make no mistake: getting ninja revenge requires pulling out the wallet.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Release Date
This one’s clear—Shinobi: Art of Vengeance launched on August 29, 2025. The date is straightforward, seen on Xbox’s official store and across pre-release coverage. The game’s debut was accompanied by a small pre-order bonus too—a discount and some in-game extras like the Original Arcade Outfit and Fortune Hunter Amulet for those quick on the draw.
The nostalgia gets a modern twist, but the facts? This is a real game from Sega, produced by Lizardcube and Seaven Studios, not some fiction spun out by an algorithm. It’s platformer action with a metroidvania vibe, echoing both Shinobi’s roots and putting Joe Musashi (the OG protagonist) front and center for another revenge epic.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Steam Service
Yes, it’s available on Steam at launch. PC fans can jump in on day one through Steam; console and handheld players aren’t left out, with support for PlayStation, Switch, and of course, Xbox. The Steam version runs on Windows and is compatible with Steam Deck—a big win for portable gaming folks.
Here’s the official “where to get it” rundown (informally laid out):
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Xbox One
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Xbox Series X|S
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PlayStation 4 & 5
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Nintendo Switch
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Windows via Steam
SEGA announced on Twitter that SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance has officially launched today, now available on PlayStation 5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam.
Fans wanting a taste before buying might feel left out—there’s no Game Pass trial, no demo for now. But for the ones committed to the Shinobi path, Steam offers a standard release and the chance to play on their chosen hardware.
