Shinobi: Art of Vengeance revitalizes a classic by combining excellent combat and platforming with a gorgeous art style, reaching new heights for the long-dormant series.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a throwback platformer packed full of all the campy goodness one would expect from a 90s action title. Except this time the controls are actually smooth and the game looks fantastic.

Developed by Lizardcube, the Parisian studio responsible for the eye-catching remake of Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap and the incredible Streets of Rage 4, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance ($29.99, reviewed on PlayStation 5 Pro but also available on Switch and Xbox) reinvents the long-dormant series with terrific hand-drawn visuals,