Ninja Slayer: Neo-Saitama in Flames launches in July

Publisher Kadokawa Game Linkage and developer Skeleton Crew Studio have revealed the release date for Ninja Slayer: Neo-Saitama in Flames.

The upcoming game, inspired by the popular manga series of the same name, is set to launch on July 24th for Windows PC (via Steam) and Switch – the Switch version was just confirmed.

Below is an overview of the game along with its most recent trailer:

A high-octane action platformer set in the universe of Ninja Slayer, a bestselling manga with over 4.44 million copies sold! Enter the cyberpunk realm of Neo-Saitama and embody Ninja Slayer as he combats a slew of malevolent ninjas, seeking vengeance for the loss of his family.

Master high-speed combat!

Ninjas are renowned for their speed, and their strikes are even swifter! Execute rapid, lightning-fast attacks to vanquish any yakuza or ninja obstructing your path!

Utilize Karate to dispose of the lesser adversaries effortlessly. Facing tougher foes? Employ the Ninja Dash, a lightning-quick maneuver enabling you to blitz through enemies and obstacles effortlessly, and eliminate your enemies with Hissatsu Waza, specialized ninja techniques boasting formidable power.

Explore the futuristic cyberpunk city of Neo-Saitama!

The narrative of Ninja Slayer unfolds in Neo-Saitama, an advanced fictional city. Traverse skyscrapers, thoroughfares, and more across eight distinct levels on your journey towards the Tokorozawa Pillar, the ultimate stronghold of the ninjas, all amidst the nighttime backdrop of a vibrant, bustling metropolis.

Adapted from a bestselling series with over 4.44 million copies sold!

The original “Ninja Slayer” was a sensation, selling over 4.44 million copies in novels and manga! The universe, characters, and ambiance of Ninja Slayer: Neo-Saitama in Flames were meticulously crafted based on the manga, featuring stylish graphics that leap off the page of a manga!