Shinobi Swarm

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About Shinobi Swarm

Shinobi Swarm is a wave survival game with two layers of progression running at once. Within a run, XP collected from the enemies you defeat evolves your abilities, so the ninja you finish a level with is meaningfully different from the one you started it with. Between runs, coins earned unlock new characters and permanent upgrades that carry over, meaning a failed attempt still moves you forward. Powerful bosses cap each level, giving the escalating waves a destination rather than an indefinite grind. Controller and gamepad support sit alongside keyboard and touch, and there is a local two-player option for anyone who wants company in the swarm.

How to Play

Move with WASD or the arrow keys, or with a gamepad's D-pad or left analogue stick. Press Esc or Start to pause. On mobile, use the on-screen virtual joystick. Survive the growing waves of enemies, collect XP to evolve your abilities, and face the boss at the end of each level.

Controls

Keyboard
  • WASD to move
  • Arrow keys to move
Touch
  • On-screen joystick to move

Tips & Tricks

Evolve abilities toward one clear strength rather than spreading XP, since bosses punish a build with no answer. Spend coins on permanent upgrades before new characters — the upgrades help every run. Keep to the edges of a swarm rather than cutting through the middle of one.