Play Ninja Ryuukenden - Matenrou Kessen (Japan) Online

Game Overview

Ever wanted to be a ninja but only had a Game Boy handy? Ninja Ryuukenden - Matenrou Kessen is basically that fantasy in cartridge form. You're scaling this massive tower, slashing through enemies with these quick, snappy sword swings that feel way better than they have any right to on a tiny screen. The first time you throw a kunai and stick some enemy to the wall, you'll grin—it's that kind of game.

Don't let the chunky pixels fool you—this Japan-only spinoff nails the Ninja Gaiden vibe. Wall jumps, tricky platforming, enemies that swarm you the second you let your guard down... it's all here. And yeah, it's tough. Like, "throw your Game Boy across the room but immediately pick it back up" tough. But when you finally nail that perfect run up a floor without getting hit? Pure ninja bliss.

If you're into retro action games with actual teeth, this one's a cool little deep cut. Just maybe keep a pillow nearby for the inevitable rage moments.