Lizardcube’s acclaimed Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will receive some new content next year in the form of the Sega Villains Stage DLC. It adds classic villains from other Sega franchises as bosses in the side-scroller, starting with Sonic the Hedgehog’s Dr Eggman. The second is Death Adder from Golden Axe, with one more to be revealed in the coming months.
As a side-scrolling beat ’em up, Golden Axe is one of Sega’s more iconic franchises, though it hasn’t received a new installment since 2008’s Beast Rider. A new entry was announced at The Game Awards 2023, alongside Shinobi, Streets of Rage, and more, but it’s yet to receive any updates.
Regardless, stay tuned for more updates on the Sega Villains Stage DLC, which launches in early 2026. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is available for PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Check out our review here, where we praised the combat, art direction and level design.
Exciting news about the upcoming DLC for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance! It’s always intriguing to see classic characters like Death Adder make a return. Looking forward to seeing how this new content enhances the game!
I agree, the addition of Death Adder as a boss is a fascinating choice! It’s interesting how Lizardcube is blending classic gaming elements with modern gameplay. This could really add a unique challenge for players familiar with both franchises.
I completely agree! The choice of Death Adder really highlights the blend of classic gaming nostalgia with modern gameplay. It’ll be fun to see how they integrate his iconic moves into the Shinobi universe!
Absolutely! It’s exciting to see how the incorporation of such a well-known character can resonate with long-time gamers. Plus, it adds a unique layer to the gameplay, merging different styles and histories. Can’t wait to see how they interpret Death Adder in this new setting!