SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains Stage DLC and Free Update Out Now! Gameplay Trailer Released!
SEGA is excited to announce that the SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is now available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™, and Steam. A free update has also been released.
Also, for a limited time, grab the Standard Edition with a special 40% discount! This offer lasts until April 7 on the Nintendo eshop and April 8 on the PlayStation store.
Gameplay Trailer Unveiled
A brand-new gameplay trailer showcasing the content included in the DLC has been revealed. Be sure to check it out!
About the SEGA Villains Stage DLC
Face off against legendary SEGA bosses Goro Majima (Like a Dragon & Yakuza series), Death Adder (Golden Axe series) and Dr. Eggman (Sonic series) in a journey across dimensions!
Contents
- 5 Crossover stages
- 3 Bosses (Goro Majima, Dr. Eggman, Death Adder)
- 2 Boss Rush modes featuring the DLC bosses
- 3 Additional Ninpo
- 3 New outfits
- 6 New music tracks
Meet the Bosses Standing in Musashi's Way
Death Adder (Golden Axe)
In an arena straight out of The Revenge of Death Adder, this ruthless behemoth wields the full might of the Golden Axe to unleash devastating attacks. Dive straight into this over-the-top spectacle featuring the classic dragon magic from the original games!
Goro Majima (Like a Dragon)
Majima wields his signature dagger and will unleash deadly close-quarters attacks during his boss fight. His iconic moves, from spinning techniques to doppelgangers, take on a new form in the stunning 2D action of SHINOBI.
Dr. Eggman (Sonic the Hedgehog)
Hop into the Green Hill and dodge Dr. Eggman's bombardment of iron ball attacks and projectiles from his Egg Mobile as you take him down. Upon besting him, face off against a giant robot armed with massive limbs, missiles, and other weapons in a climactic final battle.
* The DLC stage can be accessed after completing the fourth zone of the base game, which includes The Desert, Mad Train, and ENE Corp Laboratory.
*Some depictions in this DLC may be reminiscent of tsunamis and other natural disasters, which can potentially cause stress or anxiety. Player discretion is advised.

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Free Update
A brand-new free update is now available for all players!
Update Overview
- Hardcore Mode
A high-difficulty mode featuring changes in enemy placement and stronger boss attacks will be added.
- Additional combat settings
New options let you adjust recovery frames, the flash effect when taking damage, and camera shake during combat.
- Various other quality-of-life improvements.
Digital Deluxe Edition and Digital Deluxe Upgrade Now Available
Jump into SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance with all its DLC by picking up the Digital Deluxe Edition! If you already own the standard edition, grab the Digital Deluxe Upgrade to get all of the bonus content.
Digital Deluxe Edition
Includes the base game, Starter Pack, SEGA Villains Stage DLC, and the Digital Art Book and Soundtrack.
Contents
- Starter Pack(Ghost Outfit, Medic Lite Amulet, and 2,000 Gold)
*Gold is collected during gameplay and cannot be purchased separately.
- SEGA Villains Stage DLC
- the Digital Art Book and Soundtrack
Digital Deluxe Upgrade
Grants owners of the SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance base game access to the contents of the Digital Deluxe Edition.