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Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

Joe Musashi at his most fluid — wall-jumps, horse levels, surf stages, and a blistering pace.

SegaAction1993
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Why It Matters

Regarded as the best of the Genesis Shinobi games, praised for its speed, controls, and set-piece variety.

What to Expect

Swift side-scrolling swordplay, shuriken and ninjutsu magic, wall-climbing, and standout moments like a horseback chase.

Controls

Full keyboard map for the Sega core — remappable from the in-emulator menu.

  • Arrow KeysMove / D-Pad
  • SA button
  • XB button
  • ZC button
  • QX button (6-button pad)
  • AY button (6-button pad)
  • EZ button (6-button pad)
  • EnterStart
  • VMode
  • 1Quick save
  • 2Quick load
  • 3Change save slot