The Messenger - Nintendo Switch

Name: The Messenger - Nintendo Switch
Brand: Devolver Digital
SKU: 11038103
Price: 34.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+)

SKU: 11038103

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Customers frequently mention the absolutely addictive classic ninja SNES stylized gameplay. They also appreciate the very retro visual art style and the precise, tight controls.

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Features

Includes the Picnic Panic DLC
The Messenger's epic story continues on in a summer vacation DLC full of tropical action! On Voodkin Island, the demon Barma’thazël captured helpless little creatures to use them in his dark rituals. Only the heroic Messenger can save them now in a vacation-meets-rescue-mission adventure.
Gameplay
Dynamic, acrobatic gameplay and ultra tight controls worthy of an epic ninja adventure.
Character upgrades
Character upgrades, new abilities, hidden levels, and branching paths to discover.
Design
Meticulously designed 8-bit and 16-bit sprites, animations, and backgrounds in the spirit of the classics.
Cast
A memorable cast of offbeat villains, bosses, and associates.
Soundtrack
Original soundtrack by renowned chiptune composer Rainbowdragoneyes, handmade.

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Specifications

ESRB Rating
E10+ (Everyone 10+)
Compatible Platform(s)
Nintendo Switch
Software Format
Physical

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Reviews

100% would recommend to a friend

Customers are sayingCustomers frequently mention the absolutely addictive classic ninja SNES stylized gameplay. They also appreciate the very retro visual art style and the precise, tight controls.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

Gameplay (13)
Music Quality (8)
Control Precision (4)

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Game play
Cool retro style game. Physical might disappear in the future.
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Posted 5 months ago by NicholasH
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Successor to Ninja Gaiden!
Best ninja game since 1988. Perfect, fluid controls. Definitely in my top 5 2D platformers. So fun, i revisit it time and time again. Order your copy today!
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Posted 1 year ago by JGWentworth
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A modern 8-bit Ninja Gaiden you want to miss
One of if not the best modern 8-bit Ninja Gaiden homage. A bit short from start to finish, but it definitely scratches that 2D retro pixel gaming ninja action itch. Precise controls, satisfying gameplay, more than enough challenge, and topped off with classic original 8-bit tunes that match the overall theme. An overwhelming must have if you like these kinds of games. I’ve been wanting to get my hands on this game since the original release years ago. Glad I this re-release happened and thank my local Best Buy store for having it in stock, since no other retailer did unless you preordered it.
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Posted 1 year ago by MichaelM
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic game
Fantastic game and one of the best retro-inspired titles I’ve played. I found the music, visual style, pacing, and humor to all be top-notch. However, the best part of this game for me was the control scheme; your Messenger handles like high-performance machine. Once the entire moveset is obtained, the bulk of the game will enable (and require) you to perform really cool feats of dexterity through a daunting array of traps, deadly environments, and monsters. You will die a lot, but I almost always had the feeling that the death was deserved since I knew what I needed to do and had the tools to do it. The penalties for death are minimal, so your time is mostly spent learning a deathtrap or boss until you triumph, rather than repeating long segments or running out of lives and restarting. I was never bored and looked forward to each new ability, environment, clever joke, or entertaining boss fight.
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Posted 1 year ago by Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Messenger has a lot going for it
The Messenger has a lot going for it. It’s a 2D action platformer with a gorgeous aesthetic that seamlessly goes from 8 to 16-bit, it has a hilarious sense of humor, clever dialogue, and one of the absolute best retro-themed “chiptune” soundtracks out there. There was even a period of time while playing The Messenger, once I unlocked its full suite of core abilities, when I felt this might be one of the best games I’ve played all year.
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Posted 4 months ago by Paulie

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Questions & Answers

How does the game's story unfold?
The Messenger's story begins as a classic action platformer where a young ninja embarks on a journey to deliver a scroll vital to his clan's survival. As the game progresses, it evolves into a vast, time-traveling adventure.
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Can you play the game on other platforms besides the Nintendo Switch?
This game is compatible with the Nintendo Switch platform.
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Is the game suitable for younger players?
This game is suitable for players aged ten and up.
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What is the genre of the game?
The Messenger is an action and adventure game.
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What kind of gameplay mechanics are featured in the game?
The Messenger features classic action platforming that soon evolves into an expansive time-traveling adventure.
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