Ninja or Die: Shadow of the Sun (NSP, XCI) ROM

Nestled amidst the tumultuous upheaval of Edo Japan, Ninja or Die: Shadow of the Sun emerges as a lightning-paced Roguelite, drawing inspiration from Japanese legends of celestial doom. At its core, a cataclysmic event looms, foretold by an improbable oracle: your very own mother, a Master Thief.

You, once a common pickpocket, have undergone a metamorphosis in the wake of this cataclysm, transforming into a deadly Ninja blessed with astonishing agility. The humble Ramen Seller evolves into a fierce Samurai, while the demure Maiko becomes a deadly Geisha assassin.

What was once your realm of petty crimes now unfolds into a frenzied, neon-lit world teeming with shogun castles, enchanting traps, and skydiving assassins. Someone has ensnared you in a relentless cycle of chaos—perhaps not to end your life, but to shield you from an even greater menace.

Master the art of violent precision platforming within this fusion of breakneck speed and one-button controls, an experience that will leave you yearning for more. Submerge yourself in the nostalgia-inducing allure of vivid Japanese pixel art that vividly resurrects the crumbling castles, skeletal forests, and mythical figures of the Edo Period, exuding a breathtaking elegance.

JUMP TO MOVE, JUMP TO ATTACK

• A single button is your sole companion for all actions.
• Forget walking and running—your every move hinges on jumping.
• Dispatch your adversaries with a leap of lethal grace.
• Harness the power of a charged jump to deliver devastating blows.
• Achieve invincibility at the apex of your jump—timed to perfection, you can evade even the most savage assaults.

A SINGLE MISSTEP RESETS YOUR JOURNEY

• Confront nightmarish bosses and agile assassins armed with projectiles and sorcery.
• Sidestep treacherous pitfalls, lethal toxins, and an assortment of malevolent traps.
• Amplify your offensive capabilities through combo attacks, but beware of incoming strikes.

CRAFT YOUR UNIQUE PLAYSTYLE

• Unveil new playable characters, including the ranged Geisha and the formidable Samurai.
• Wield an array of weaponry, from kunai and shuriken to spears and stones, covering both close and long-range combat.
• Enhance your defenses by donning armor and scarves.
• Access special abilities and power-ups by unearthing peculiar souls and enigmatic sustenance.
• Employ scrolls imbued with effects like earthquakes, lightning, and heightened perception.
• Forge your Village headquarters, rescuing villagers to mend and upgrade vital establishments such as the Blacksmith and Back-alley Doctor.

PERSIST AND PERSEVERE

• Surge through a dynamic blend of procedurally generated and meticulously designed levels.
• Succumb to your fate swiftly but resurrect even faster, equipped with permanent enhancements.
• Ascend the Infinite Watchtower, traverse the Infinite Corridor, and never cease your relentless pursuit.
• Chronicle your triumphs in the Combat Log and strive for new high scores.
• Revisit the game with fresh challenges, including a stage randomizer.