Ninja: Shadow of Darkness is an action-adventure game for the Sony PlayStation 1, developed by Core Design. Released in 1998, it immerses players in the role of a lone ninja, Kurosawa, battling against the forces of an evil sorcerer. The game features side-scrolling and 3D fighting stages set in a mythological feudal Japan. Players engage in combat using martial arts and an arsenal of weapons while navigating through various levels filled with puzzles and enemies. Its blend of stealth, combat, and platforming define its unique appeal within the action genre.