Platforms
- PCOct 16, 2012NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.413.7K Players
- Xbox 360Sep 07, 20128.5playscore9.020 Critics8.2653 Players
24 critic reviews · 22 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
To preserve challenge, Mark of the Ninja consistently introduces fresh enemy types with skills that counter yours across the course of the five hour campaign. Even without this, it is an aggressive, emboldening take on stealth. Mark of the Ninja gives power and information to the player, and trusts that you know what to do with them.
Craig Owens · Nov 07, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewYou know the ones, where stealth is merely a bullet point and you can just as easily run and gun your way through. There's nothing wrong with these games, but for stealth to really resonate as gameplay you need a sense of vulnerability, something often lost in these hybrids that make combat an equally viable option. The developers at Klei Entertainment, who you might know from the Shank series, have built a true stealth title and what's a more perfect setup than the arguable archetype for stealth: ninjas.
Justin Clouse · Oct 17, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThere’s nothing like Mark of the Ninja on Xbox Live Arcade, and now, Steam. Others may taunt fast action stealth, but this is the true evolution of that concept with speedy and thought-provoking mechanics. Keyboard and mouse controls can take a while to get used to, but once you’ve got it down, you feel like a master assassin. Mark of the Ninja is a triumphant victory that is a must-buy for any and all stealth fans.
Adam Beck · Oct 15, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewMark of the Ninja makes good on that potential for marrying beautiful art and engaging design, with in-game action and hand-animated cutscenes every bit as good as the Shank stuff. But this game could use stick figures on blank backgrounds and it'd still be a ton of fun to play. It's so rewarding that, time permitting, I'd love to go back and get every objective on every level, and also finish its new-game-plus mode; in other words, I'd love to do everything there is to do here.
Brad Shoemaker · Sep 21, 2012 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewI don't expect Klei's effort to instill patience in players who prefer to dash, slash and just get on with it, but it should be educational for those who wobble their way through tactical espionage action, feeling like they aren't quite playing the right way. Mark of the Ninja shines a light on the stealth genre, revealing the qualities you knew were there but couldn't quite see.
Ludwig Kietzmann · Sep 13, 2012 Reviewed on X360For all its twists and buildup, Mark of the Ninja’s story ends with a bit of a whimper, but the game it’s wrapped around is one that welcomes repeated play even after you’ve seen it through the first time. Just like those that inspired it, this slick, demanding game inspires you to revel in the grim possibilities it offers. And when it comes to the precision of its execution, it might just have something to teach the big dogs.
Game Trailers · Sep 10, 2012 Reviewed on X360Mark of the Ninja is an accomplished stealth arcade game with a ton of fast paced action, intuitive level design and gameplay, and a massive amount of replayable content. If you crave an experience of stealth and technique, a game that will force you to think on your feet and be fast with your fingers, then you will not be disappointed. Like a silent assassin, you won’t see Mark of the Ninja coming, and by the time it hits you, you’ll already be hooked.
T. Monkey · Sep 09, 2012 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewMark of the Ninja is that rare game that gets all the hallmarks of a platformer right while distinguishing itself as a unique and fulfilling adventure. With its tense pacing, its shadowy ambiance, and the endlessly satisfying act of slipping past an entire squad of guards, Mark of the Ninja is an excellent adventure that will leave its mark on you for months to come.
Leif Johnson · Sep 07, 2012 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewMark of the Ninja illustrates how digitally downloaded games continue to be a breeding ground for some of today's most creative content. This is stealth done right, with the presentation prowess to match. It's easily a contender for Downloadable Game of the Year and it absolutely deserves a place in your digital game collection.
Ryan McCaffrey · Sep 07, 2012 Reviewed on PC, X360Read full reviewAfter the mixed reception of Shank and Shank 2, it’s hard to blame gamers for being skeptical about a follow up from Klei. Mark of the Ninja is not “the game that they were meant to make” because Klei is a talented enough studio that can do even more with different styles of 2D gameplay. Yet, the studio has not only redeemed itself, it also managed to make one of the best stealth games of this generation and also one of the best ninja games ever made.
Miguel Concepcion · Sep 07, 2012 Reviewed on X360
Community Reviews
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Reviewed on X360It is a very amazing stealth game. You can play using three different styles which makes the replay value high. The story is interesting. The artwork and soundtrack reflect the dark tone of the story. Limited resources when playing through a level so you always have to think ways around certain situations.
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About the game
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options. Will you be an unknown, invisible ghost, or a brutal, silent assassin? Upgrade new tools and techniques that suit your playstyle and complete optional objectives to unlock entirely new ways to approach the game. Finish the main story to unlock a New Game Plus mode with even more options and challenges.