Karakuri Ninpou is an arcade developed by Enix, released 1 August 1984 on PC-8800 Series.
What Karakuri Ninpou is
Karakuri Ninpou is an arcade game developed by Enix and released in 1984. It is available on PC-8800 Series only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
The girlfriend of a green ninja has been kidnapped. To rescue her, the player must navigate through interconnected rooms inside a house filled with enemies and traps. Some doors require keys hidden in walls, and enemies may spawn unexpectedly. Strategic use of items like shurikens, caltrops, and smoke bombs is essential to survive. Killing too many enemies triggers a ghost that relentlessly chases the player.
How it plays
It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are fantasy and stealth. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel. See all 2 videos →
Quick answers
Karakuri Ninpou — frequently asked questions
When did Karakuri Ninpou come out?
Karakuri Ninpou was released on 1 August 1984 for PC-8800 Series.
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