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Stuttgart, Germany – 9 December 2022 – Today ININ Games is excited to announce the release of Jitsu Squad, the mindblowing, adrenaline rush of a 2D brawler from Tanuki Creative Studio! The game is now available as a boxed* & a digital edition for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, as well as digitally for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One.

*The physical versions’ release dates may vary for different regions due to the holiday season. The physical edition in the US is coming on December 20. Find out more information on your local Amazon or other participating retailer.

Jitsu Squad is perfect for gamers looking to bring back the fun of old-school brawlers from the 90s. Paired with an awesome hand-drawn cartoon look and the exciting style of modern beat ‘em ups, the game stays true to the age-old arcade gaming rule: easy to learn, hard to master. Play solo or with up to four people in co-op mode against waves of enemies while amassing massive combo chains and unleashing flashy super moves.

Features:

• Fight lightning-fast, adrenaline-tingling battles
• 4 playable characters – Turn your warrior into a real legend with the upgrade system and unique secondary weapons that open up new combos
• Slay your enemies in style with 100+ chain-combos, infinite juggles and Epic Super Specials that will make your heart beat faster
• Powerful in-game character transformations will get your blood boiling
• Tons of unique enemies to slay and 8 different planets to save
• Up to 4-player local couch co-op fun
• Team up with a friend in 2-player tag-team mode, where each player can choose up to 2 characters
• Blasting original tunes by Crush 40 singer Johnny Gioeli, famous for the iconic SONIC The Hedgehog music
• Fighting game input commands provide a nice 90s throwback
• American YouTuber and Twitch streamer ‘Maximilian Dood’ makes a cameo as an assist character

Limited Editions:

An explosive game like Jitsu Squad also deserves a bombastic Collector’s Edition, with insane items for fighting game fanatics. That’s why ININ Games teamed up with Games Rocket, preparing exclusive editions that are only available in a limited quantity. You can place your pre-order right now at Gamesrocket.com

The Collector’s Edition will include the following:

• Game for Nintendo Switch, PS4 or PS5
• Collector’s Edition box
• Colorful game manual
• Japanese-style hand fan
• Hand surfboard
• Artbook
• Soundtrack on CD
• Headband
• Acrylic diorama
• Paperwheel
• Reversible Poster
• Postcard set
• Sticker sheet

Make sure to play the best version of the game by downloading Patch 1.0.1 which significantly improves the performance:

• Fixes crashes and memory leak
• Improves performance and FPS significantly
• Improves audio
• Improves graphic resolution
• Fixes various bugs and glitches
• Adds 1-4 Player Multiplayer (Previously 1-2)
• Adds FIGS languages (Previously ENG only)

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Stuttgart, Germany – 29 November 2022 – We could never have enough of fast-paced beat’em up action, but this is a special one: Jitsu Squad, developed by Tanuki Creative Studio, is a classic beat ‘em up inspired, four player co-op TAG TEAM with epic character transformations and fast paced, down and dirty combat.

Paired with an awesome hand-drawn cartoon look and 2D animations, the game stays true to the age-old retro arcade gaming rule: easy to learn, hard to master. Be the first one to control the entire Jitsu Squad in single-player mode, play with up to four people in local couch co-op, or use the Tag Team Mode to save the galaxy from Origami’s evil plans! But be aware, there will be tons of unique enemies to slay and eight different planets to save.

Also take a look into Gamesrocket’s Collector’s Edition and grab a Japanese-style hand fan as well, the situation will be hot! Get ready to channel your inner animal, Jitsu Squad is coming to consoles on the 9th December!

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Stuttgart, Germany – 20 October 2022 – Strictly Limited Games, in partnership with TAITO, announce that DARIUSBURST CS CORE + TAITO/SEGA Pack will get an exclusive physical release with a Limited Edition, a Collector’s Edition, and a digital release for Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders for this legendary shoot ‘em up start on Sunday, October 23th, at 12 AM CEST (midnight), only at strictlylimitedgames.com. Digital pre-orders start on October 20th.

Pilot one of 15 ships into battle against hordes of enemies in this arcade style shooting game! In DARIUSBURST CS CORE you have to fight your way through relentless waves of enemies and huge, aquatic-lifeform-modelled battleships over numerous different stages. With the help of your burst laser, try to beat the boss at the end of each stage and get the highest score.

Choose CS Mode and leap into a space opera spanning the franchise’s history, battling the Belsar across a galaxy featuring new, exclusive stages and story! Or jump into the DLC mode and pilot ships from iconic Sega and TAITO franchises in specially arranged stages!

The DARIUSBURST CS CORE + TAITO/SEGA PACK contains the CS and DLC Modes from the previously released DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours on PS4, Vita and Steam. This packaged version includes the whole history of the DARIUS Saga and will only appear on Nintendo Switch.

Features:

• Expanded CS Mode with new scenarios and 6 new areas.
• Arranged stages from DARIUSBURST ACEX+’s Event Mode and the PSP version.
• Features Replay Mode, Ghost Score and force feedback.
• New DLC Mode stages with 6 guest ships included from Sega and TAITO.

CS mode features 6 new areas, for a total of 225 areas, with the following features included:

• Ghost Mode: learn from the best players!
• Replay Mode: study your own play and hone your skills!
• Controller HD Rumble: force feedback via the Joy-Con!

In DLC mode, six new ships are reporting for duty from the TAITO and SEGA universe to join the battle against the Belsar.

Night Striker / Inter Gray (TAITO)

A high speed 3D shooter released into arcades in 1989. Pilot the Inter Gray through the city at night using the analog stick and trigger.

Metal Black / Black Fly (TAITO)

A side scrolling shooter released into arcades in 1991. It was known for its unique beam-duels, hard-boiled story and elaborate direction.

RayForce / X-Lay (TAITO)

A vertically scrolling shooter released into arcades in 1994. Targeting multiple enemies with the lock on laser was the key to mastering this game.

Space Harrier / Harrier (SEGA)

Harrier the warrior uses his super blaster in his adventures from the all-time classic Sega shooting game.

Galaxy Force II / TRY-Z (SEGA)

Sega’s ultimate “body-sensing” game. The Super Deluxe Type cabinet wowed players with its movement: 15 degrees up or down and 335 degrees to both the right or left..

Fantasy Zone / OPA-OPA (SEGA)

Unique graphics and novel gameplay helped this game become a big hit. Use the coins you get from destroying enemies to buy weapons!

Strictly Limited Editions:

Strictly Limited Games is honored to bring you this unique piece of history as part of our catalogue: Giving DARIUSBURST CS CORE + TAITO/SEGA Pack the boxed legacy it deserves, with two unique editions, available for pre-order exclusively via the Strictly Limited Games online shop.

The Limited Edition is limited to 3,000 copies for Nintendo Switch at a price of 29.99€/29.99 USD, including a colorful game manual and an exclusive serialized title sheet.

The Collector’s Edition is limited to 2,000 copies for Nintendo Switch for 59.99€/59.99 USD, including lots of additional collectibles:

• CE Box w/ Magnetic Latch
• Manual
• Enamel Logo Pin
• Cool Metal Dog Tag
• Official CD Soundtrack
• Acrylic Starship Standee
• Reversible Poster
• Acrylic Artcards
• Sew-on Patch

Check out all of the available editions and get ready for the pre-order start at the Strictly Limited Games store.

The digital release will be available worldwide via TAITO from the Nintendo eShop for pre-order on the following dates:

• Japan/Korea: 2022/10/20 00:00:00 (JST/KST)
• Americas: 2022/10/20 09:00:00 (PST/PDT)
• Europe/Australia: 2022/10/20 15:00:00 (CEST)
• Hong Kong: 2022/10/20 00:00:00 (HKT)

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Stuttgart, Germany – 20th October 2022 – ININ Games, in partnership with Rogueside and under licence from Games Workshop are proud to announce the release of the 2D run & gun adventure Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef in a BOXED version for Nintendo Switch!

This explosive, captivating, hand-drawn shooter, coupled with a fantastic and blood-pumping metal soundtrack is OUT NOW at Amazon and other retailers. The full list of participating stores is available at iningames.com.

Check out the launch trailer to see da Boyz in all their glory getting dem shootaz and stomping the humies across the hive city Luteus Prime, before rounding up more da Boyz for some explosive multiplayer mayhem! The real carnage awaits!

Digital versions for PC and Xbox are also available today, with physical PS4/PS5 launching on December 2nd, 2022.

Eager collectors can already pre-order their Limited Edition with an exclusive cover + bigger manual or go Full House with Collector’s Edition, scheduled to release later this year! This edition will only be available at Strictly Limited Games and their partnered fan store Gamesrocket and include items that cannot be found anywhere else, a must-have for Warhammer 40,000 fans! This follows after the fantastic previous collaborations between Rogueside and Strictly Limited Games on the critically acclaimed Guns, Gore & Cannoli franchise.

About Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef:

For many centuries, the planet of Luteus Alpha has been producing much-needed material for the wars raging on in the Armageddon sector. Many are drawn to the planet, and so is the great Warboss Ogruk Gutrekka. Upon arriving on the planet, Gutrekka stole your most precious hair squig. Filled with vengeance, you’ve sworn to do whatever it takes to return your hair squig, and prove who’s the strongest!

Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef is a hand-drawn 2D action-adventure taking you on a wild ride full of intense action, funny one-liners and tons of explosions! Fight your way through the hive city of Luteus Prime in single-player mode or as a party of up to 4 battle-hardened Orks in online or local co-op. Pick your class, grab your weapons and get ready to battle Humans, Orks and Genestealer cultists, and ultimately put an end to Warboss Gutrekka!

Features:

• Classic 2D side-scrolling run & gun goodness, filled with intense action, funny one-liners, screaming deaths, and comical dialogues!
• Choose your class, picking between four distinct characters, each with their own unique toolkit true to the Warhammer 40,000 lore.
• Inflict chaos with an arsenal of up to 20 different weapons at your fingertips. There’s no such thing as having too much dakka!
• Set foot on Luteus Prime in single-player mode, or form a warband of up to four Orks for some co-op fun! Multiplayer is available both online and in local co-op and the arena even allows for epic PvP battles.
• Challenge the mightiest empire in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Become victorious, bring the planet to its knees and lead your very own Waaagh!
• The beautiful hand-drawn scenery gives an incredible sense of depth and engaging story cinematics break up the action
• Get your socks rocked off with an amazing heavy metal soundtrack, composed by Deon van Heerden.
• Yes, there will be explosions. Like, tons of them!

Limited Edition & Collector’s Edition are powered by Strictly Limited & Games Rocket.

The Limited Edition includes a colorful game manual and is limited to 3,500 copies for Nintendo Switch and 1,500 for PS4 and PS5 each. All games are individually numbered.

The Collector’s Edition is limited to 2,500 copies for Nintendo Switch and 1,000 for PS4 and PS5 each. This orktastic edition for real collectors is priced at 59.99€ / $65.99 and includes the following exclusive collectibles:

• Collector’s Edition Box
• Colorful Game Manual
• Acrylic Diorama with 4 Ork Boyz
• Original Soundtrack on 2 CDs
• Shoota Metal Keychain
• 4 Ork Boyz cardboard standees
• Character Sticker Set
• Double-sided Poster, A2
• Skull Fabric Patch

The Collector’s edition is available to pre-order and shipping is expected in late 2022.

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Stuttgart, Germany – 29 September 2022 – It’s time to channel your inner animal and bust out your best and fastest moves because Jitsu Squad pre-orders are now live! ININ Games are proud to bring this adrenaline-tingling 2D beat ‘em up from Tanuki Creative Studio to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 (PS4), and PlayStation 5 (PS5) this winter, with a digital release for the Xbox family of consoles planned for a later date.

Jitsu Squad brings back the fun of old-school brawlers from the 90s paired with an awesome hand-drawn cartoon look and the exciting style of modern beat ‘em ups, while staying true to the age-old arcade gaming rule: easy to learn, hard to master. Play alone or with up to four people in co-op mode against waves of enemies while amassing massive combo-chains and unleashing flashy super moves. Also, the game’s soundtrack was created by none other than Crush 40 singer Johnny Gioeli, famous for the iconic SONIC The Hedgehog music. Johnny’s hit single “Surfing on the Lava” is featured in the most recent trailer, which sees the Jitsu Squad hitting the lava waves on their boards.

Jitsu Squad has even been nominated at this year’s Dutch Game Awards in October, in the categories “Best Debut Game” and “Best Art”! The game is now widely available to pre-order at participating retailers. For more information and to pre-order, visit the official ININ Games website.

Story

Containing the soul of a powerful demon, the legendary Kusanagi Stone can grant godly powers to those who awaken it but has remained hidden over the centuries. Now, the wicked sorcerer Origami, destroyer of worlds and lord of darkness, has summoned ancient warriors to find the stone for him, cursing their souls and turning them into animals. Luckily, a mysterious monk called Ramen manages to save four warrior souls from Origami’s call: Hero, Baby, Jazz, and Aros, together are the Jitsu Squad!

Features

• Fight lightning-fast, adrenaline-tingling battles
• 4 playable characters – Turn your warrior into a real legend with the upgrade system and unique secondary weapons that open up new combos
• Slay your enemies in style with 100+ chain-combos, infinite juggles and Epic Super Specials that will make your heart beat faster
• Powerful in-game character transformations will get your blood boiling
• Tons of unique enemies to slay and 8 different planets to save
• Up to 4-player local couch co-op fun
• Team up with a friend in 2-player tag-team mode, where each player can choose up to 2 characters
• Enter the battlefield while blasting original tunes by Crush 40 singer Johnny Gioeli, famous for the iconic SONIC The Hedgehog music
• Fighting game input commands provide a nice 90s throwback

Limited Editions:

An explosive game like Jitsu Squad also deserves a bombastic Collector’s Edition, with insane items for fighting game fanatics. That’s why ININ Games is once again teaming up with Games Rocket, preparing exclusive editions that are only available in a limited quantity. You can place your pre-order right now at Gamesrocket.com.

The Collector’s Edition will include the following:

• Game for Nintendo Switch, PS4 or PS5
• Collector’s Edition box
• Colourful game manual
• Japanese-style hand fan
• Hand surfboard
• Artbook
• Soundtrack on CD
• Headband
• Acrylic diorama
• Paperwheel
• Reversible Poster
• Postcard set
• Stickersheet

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Stuttgart, Germany – September 27, 2022: ININ Games is happy to announce that 80 Days & Overboard! from the award-winning studio inkle is releasing on October 28 and can now be pre-ordered from a selection of retailers. Get ready to dive into two amazing narrative adventures that will have you racing around the world in 80 days, and getting away with murder aboard an ocean liner. Available exclusively for Nintendo Switch™, this bundle will bring you many hours of captivating stories to enjoy – at any time and anywhere.

80 Days & Overboard! consists of two of the most beloved games from inkle, honored many times by critics around the world, to be released for the first time ever as a boxed retail bundle. Pre-orders are now widely available at participating retailers. For more information and to pre-order, visit the ININ Games website.

80 Days

In this steampunk retelling of Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days, players set out on a journey to circumnavigate the globe. Playing as Passepartout, long-suffering valet to Phileas Fogg, you must set the route, manage the budget, oversee the health and well-being of your master, and get back to London before the clock runs out. The game has been critically-acclaimed and was one of the best games of 2014, according to Time Magazine!

Features:

• Visit over 170 bespoke cities on your journey around the world.
• Discover creative ways to travel – by train, airship, moving city, ice-walker, hydrofoils and much more…
• Lose yourself in a richly imagined, diverse alternative-history steampunk world created by award-winning writers Meg Jayanth and Jon Ingold.
• Experience a unique journey with thousands of choices for endless possibilities and replayability.
• Enjoy striking Art Deco-styled visuals by Jaume Illustration.
• 80 Days is not the end – can you do it in less?

Overboard!

Your husband has been murdered! There’s just one problem – you killed him. Now you have eight hours to cover up your crime and get away without being caught. Frame other passengers, conceal the evidence, and figure out how to get away with it before the time runs out in this Writers’ Guild and Apple Design award-winning game.

Features:

• NPCs have their own agendas and remember everything they see and hear.
• Choose every line and every action. Go where you want, when you want.
• Some characters are friendly, and some are out to get you. Who will you befriend? And who will you betray?
• You only have eight hours to escape justice, and the clock is always ticking.
• Play once for a thrill, or multiple times to uncover all the secrets and achieve the ideal ending.

Limited Editions:

Collectors and inkle enthusiasts also have the chance to pre-order exclusive, limited editions of 80 Days & Overboard! at the Gamesrocket store, with many fantastic collectible items.

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Stuttgart, Germany – September 22, 2022: ININ Games is happy to announce the official release date for Hidden Through Time: Definite Edition. This charming point & click puzzle game will launch on November 11th on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 (PS4) and can be pre-ordered from a selection of European retailers right now! Together with the developers at Rogueside, a brand-new trailer is unveiled, showing off all the five DLCs included in the Definite Edition.

In the base game, you’ll find yourself in the Stone Age and witness the course of history as you click your way through Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages and the lawless Wild West in beautiful, hand-drawn levels. The Definite Edition is definitely a must-buy since it has wilder and more exotic adventures, in five DLCs, two of which are brand-new.

The Viking Tales DLC will send you and Clicky on a quest through Norse mythology to discover all of the hidden treasures and myths the Vikings have kept from us.

Past the temples on Mount Fuji, through the rice fields around the hills, secrets lay hidden all across Legends of Japan, where you’ll experience the wonderful firework festivals and learn about the samurai traditions in their dojos.

In Roads to Rome you will hear the roar of the arena, march into battle with the troops and earn the favor of the gods, while you discover the secrets hidden in the amazing architecture, intriguing mythology and powerful emperors of Rome!

Plow through the swamps, climb the highest mountain peaks and behold the greatness of Tenochtitlan. Unveil all the secrets that lay hidden within the most powerful Mesoamerican kingdom of all time in this newly released DLC: Aztec Rituals!

Finally, set sail for the adventure of a lifetime: weigh anchor, haul wind and traverse the briny deep looking for all that’s shiny and gold in the last released DLC: Pirate Treasures!

Every DLC includes 10 new levels and features tons of themed objects and characters, which will be in the level editor upon purchase! In the editor, you can create your own levels and share them in the cloud. Here you can also discover, play and rate levels created by other hobby developers around the world, which works across all platforms!

Who said that learning about our history can’t be fun? Pre-order Hidden Through Time: Definite Edition and embark on a beautiful journey with sceneries that expand in size and difficulty as players progress!

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Stuttgart, Germany – 8 September 2022 – ININ Games is happy to announce that Cannon Dancer by Mitchell Corp. is coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (PS5) and Xbox for the first time ever, with a planned release in Q1 2023. Originally only released for arcade machines in Japan and North America, ININ Games unearthed the game and will bring it to consoles as a digital download version for the first time ever – with a brand-new translation, additional features, and more.

After being released during the 90s fighting-game hype Cannon Dancer, also known as “Osman” in the US, slowly began to fade out of arcades due to the small number of units. Over the years, the title became a video game legend, with fans around the globe interested in getting their hands on it. Almost 30 years later, ININ Games has teamed up with two key members of the original development team to finally bring the game to modern home consoles: the game designer Kouichi Yotsui (also known as “Isuke” and famous for his work on “Strider”) and the artist Takashi Kogure (better known as “Utata Kiyoshi”).

Cannon Dancer will also be part of the ININ Games line-up at Tokyo Game Show 2022 and there will even be a meet-and-greet opportunity with Yotsui-san and Kogure-san on Saturday the 17th of September at the ININ booth in Hall 2 D6.

Limited Editions

For all fans and collectors looking for a physical copy, Strictly Limited Games is preparing limited boxed editions with additional collectible items that cannot be found anywhere else. A regular Limited Edition (physical copy + game manual) and a Collector’s Edition with many additional items will be available for Nintendo Switch, PS4 and PS5. Pre-orders will kick off on Sunday, September 18th, at 12 AM CEST (midnight), only at strictlylimitedgames.com.

The Collector’s Edition will include the following:

• Cannon Dancer Game + Game Manual
• High-quality Collector’s Edition Box
• Artbook (B5)
• Soundtrack in Jewel Case
• Tenugui (Japanese-style towel)
• Arcade Coin
• Acrylic Diorama
• Reversible Poster (A2)
• Arcade Instruction Flyer (A5)
• Calendar & Photo Frame (metal) with 2023 Calendar
• Postcards
• Marquee Sticker

About Cannon Dancer:

Cannon Dancer is an Action Jump & Run set in a dystopian late 21st century, in which the world is under the control of a single federal government. One day, a new threat known as “Abdullah the Slaver” – an evil sorceress who wants to take control of the world – appears, causing widespread terror and panic. This fear incites the abandonment of all economic activity and corruption in the government, which now undermines the foundations of society itself. Judicial Affairs Director, Jack Layzon, fears the worst and summons a lone assassin.

The player controls a Cannon Dancer called Kirin; a top-class agent in a mercenary unit known as “Teki”, and a highly skilled martial arts fighter. As he travels, he has to face not only Abdullah the Slaver and the government forces but also the other members of the Teki, who want him dead for personal reasons.

Features:

• Ported on modern consoles for the first time in history
• Classic retro games mechanics, praised for their speed and agility
• A total of six stages set in different, exotic locations
• Three different types of power-ups
• Tons of bosses and enemies
• Variety of wondrous retro scenarios and graphics with bright and even psychedelic colors, related to the final bosses of each stage
• Rewind feature
• Save and Load feature

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Stuttgart, Germany – 25 August 2022 – ININ Games is happy to announce that they will bring Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! to Western fans in 2023. The newest entry in TAITO’s universally-beloved series was just unveiled in Japan, in time for the birthday of Bub (26 August) – the cute green bubble dragon star of the series. Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! is coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch and will be the first game to feature a story mode playable with up to four players.

In the story mode, players tackle stages on Rainbow Islands, the setting for the new game. Each puzzle section is complimented by a story intermission featuring the bubble dragon protagonists, showcasing their unique personalities more than ever before. To clear each stage, players need to remove bubbles by connecting three or more of the same color – either on their own or with the help of fun and entertaining items and gimmicks. Additionally, for the first time in series history, fans will be able to enjoy story mode with a total of up to four players. So grab your controller and join your friends on an adventure through Rainbow Islands!

Story

The story of Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! brings Bub, Bob, Peb, and Pab to Rainbow Island, where Miniroon, a mysterious character similar to Bub lives. One day, Miniroon suddenly starts to emit a large number of bubbles, covering the whole island and causing problems for its residents. Time for our four friendly bubble dragons to step in and help Miniroon, whose bubble-blowing is bad news for the island!

About Puzzle Bobble

Puzzle Bobble (a.k.a. Bust-A-Move) is an action-puzzle game where the brothers Bub and Bob, who have been transformed into bubble dragons by a wizard’s spell, go on a bubble-bursting adventure. The classic gameplay formula is simple but addictive: using various items and gimmicks, connect three or more bubbles of the same colour to remove them from the field and progress. A spin off from the 1986 arcade hit Bubble Bobble, Puzzle Bobble/Bust-A-Move has seen over 20 series titles across countless platforms since its 1994 debut. As the sole owner of Bubble Bobble and Puzzle Bobble’s worldwide IP including copyrights and trademarks, TAITO will continue to expand both properties going forward.

Additional information about Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! will be announced at a later date.

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Stuttgart, Germany – 19 August 2022 – Back in the 80s, Jaleco first released one of their most-known franchises Ninja JaJaMaru-kun in Japan, spanning several sequels over the coming decades, some of them never released in the West! ININ Games is happy to announce that they will publish three amazing Ninja JaJaMaru collections from the great developers at City Connection. These compilations will be coming to PlayStation 4 (PS4) and Nintendo Switch in 2023, with pre-orders starting soon.

Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle – Deluxe Edition is the must-have for everyone who loves the iconic Jump & Run franchise or wants to dive into it for the first time ever. Adding to the amazing collection from City Connection, which has only been released in Japan, this compilation consists of six classics of the franchise spanning over multiple decades and platforms.

Starting with the original “Ninja JaJaMaru-kun” (1985, NES®), on to “Super Ninja-Kid” (1994, SNES®), and culminating in the brand-new 2022 game “Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle”, players in the West can finally experience some of these classics for the first time ever, restored to new glory and including additional features. On top of that, ININ Games includes something completely new in this collection: A colorization of the 1990 Game Boy title “Oira JaJaMaru! Sekai Daibouken” that you can play on modern consoles.

Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle – Deluxe Edition will be available digitally and boxed, featuring the following titles:

• Ninja JaJaMaru-kun (1985, Famicom/NES®)
• JaJaMaru’ no Daibouken (1986, Famicom/NES®)
• Oira JaJaMaru! Sekai Daibouken (1990, Game Boy)
• Ninja JaJaMaru – Gingadaisakusen (1991, Famicom/NES®)
• Super Ninja-kid (1994, Super Famicom/SNES®)
• Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle (2022)

Besides this collection of Jump & Run classics, ININ Games will also publish Ninja JaJaMaru: The Lost RPGs, a bundle of two RPG entries of this franchise that have never been released outside Japan before. For the first time ever, fans in the West will get the chance to play “Ninja JaJaMaru: Ninpouchou” and “Ninja JaJaMaru: Gekimaden – Maboroshi no Kinmajou” – fully localized in English! Ninja JaJaMaru: The Lost RPGs will be available as digital download.

Ninja JaJaMaru: The Lost RPGs is comprised of the following titles:

• Ninja JaJaMaru: Ninpouchou (1989, Famicom/NES®)
• Ninja JaJaMaru: Gekimaden – Maboroshi no Kinmajou (1990, Famicom/NES®)

The third and last collection will be available digitally-only and is the best bet for all fans of the franchise out there who want to get the full picture. JaJaMaru: Legendary Ninja Collection includes all titles of the previously mentioned collections and will be released for PS4 and Nintendo Switch.

The following games are included in the JaJaMaru: Legendary Ninja Collection:

• Ninja JaJaMaru-kun (1985, Famicom/NES®)
• JaJaMaru no Daibouken (1986, Famicom/NES®)
• Ninja JaJaMaru: Ninpouchou (1989, Famicom/NES®)
• Ninja JaJaMaru: Gekimaden – Maboroshi no Kinmajou (1990, Famicom/NES®)
• Oira JaJaMaru! Sekai Daibouken (1990, Game Boy)
• Ninja JaJaMaru – Gingadaisakusen (1991, Famicom/NES®)
• Super Ninja-kid (1994, Super Famicom/SNES®)
• Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle (2022)

An exclusive physical collection for the retro gaming enthusiasts out there & retro console-compatible cartridges!

For collectors who would love to hold all of these Ninja JaJaMaru games in their hands, Strictly Limited Games will create exclusive, limited editions of the JaJaMaru: Legendary Ninja Collection. Besides all of the titles, this collection, exclusively available via Strictly Limited Games, will include several physical collectibles that cannot be bought anywhere else. Pre-orders start on August 21 at midnight CEST via strictlylimitedgames.com.

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