Shinobi: Art of Vengeance DLC Brings Dr. Robotnik and Goro Majima Into the Fray
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Sega and Lizardcube are bringing Dr. Robotnik, Goro Majima, and Death Adder to Shinobi: Art of Vengeance in an upcoming DLC pack launching on April 3.
Developer Lizardcube and publisher Sega are shaking up classic action platforming by dropping some of Sega's most iconic antagonists into Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. The upcoming Sega Villains Stage DLC arrives on April 3 across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms, bringing an unexpected crossover lineup that pits legendary ninja Joe Musashi against heavy hitters from across Sega history. Players can look forward to battling Dr. Robotnik in the Green Hill Zone, trading blows with Goro Majima on the neon-lit streets of KamurochÅ, and taking on Death Adder in a classic Golden Axe throne room setting.
The expansion arrives with flexible pricing options for players managing their digital libraries. The DLC will be available as a standalone purchase for $9.99, or bundled into the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game for $39.99. Standard edition owners can also grab an upgrade path for $11.99. Alongside the boss content, Sega is rolling out a substantial free update on launch day, introducing a brand new Hardcore Mode, combat system tweaks, and quality of life improvements covering map displays and character outlines.
This update is a fantastic excuse to jump back into one of the standout action platformers of recent years. Lizardcube continues to prove its mastery at revitalizing classic properties by blending retro challenge with modern exploration design. Whether you are hunting down achievements or just want to see how modern ninja combat handles fighting Eggman, this crossover brings a welcome dose of nostalgia and fresh gameplay to your console lineup.
Originally reported by Michael McWhertor on Polygon. Read the full story here
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Original article: Polygon