Sega unleashes Nightshade on PS2

February 10, 2004

Sega of America announced that Nightshade has shipped exclusively for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system today. Nightshade is the latest installment in Sega's long running Shinobi franchise. The previous Shinobi game was released on the PlayStation 2 back in November 2002.

"'Nightshade' represents an innovative leap forward in action-game design, created to become progressively addictive as gamers master the combo-driven play mechanics of the 'Tate' fighting system," said Scott A. Steinberg, vice president of entertainment marketing, SEGA of America, Inc. "The development team at Sega WOW has refined the core elements of the "Shinobi" franchise on PlayStation 2 to create an unbelievably tense and exciting follow-up adventure."

Nightshade introduces the female ninja named Hibana, who must save Tokyo, Japan from the fallout of a new rift that has opened between earth and the demon realm. Hibana eventually learns that her former mentor is largely responsible for the attack on Tokyo, which gives her even more reason to complete her mission. Hibana's adventure will take place along 13 massive levels,allowing players to fight atop moving fighter jets, trains, trucks, boats, and industrial cranes.

With new and enhanced features such as aerial combat, an expanded 'Tate' fighting system for unlimited combos, the addition of a kick button for shattering armor, the inclusion of dual short swords, and sharper visuals, Nightshade promises to top its predecessor.

Nightshade has been rated "M" for Mature by the ESRB, and it will carry a MSRP of $49.95. Feel free to download the official Nightshade trailer by using the link below.

-Matt C.

Related Pages: Nightshade Movie (7 MB - Left Click Only)

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