Sasuke
A swift ninja who relies on agile movement, rapid attacks, and ninpō techniques.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick LeftJoystick Right | Move horizontally |
|---|---|
Joystick Up | Jump |
Joystick Down | Crouch |
A | Light slash or weapon attack The exact attack depends on the character and weapon state. |
B | Heavy slash or weapon attack The exact attack depends on the character and weapon state. |
C | Light kick |
D | Heavy kick |
Control notes
Neo Geo arcade controls use a joystick and four action buttons.
Special-move commands vary by character.
Button functions can differ during weapon-related actions.
How it plays
How does Ninja Master's: Haō Ninpō Chō play?
Fights take place on a single 2D plane with two combatants facing each other. The objective is to deplete the opponent's life bar before the round timer expires, usually by winning a best-of-three-round match.
Players move, jump, guard, attack with punches or kicks, draw or use weapons, and perform special ninpō techniques. The arcade mode advances through a sequence of opponents, while versus play allows two players to fight directly. Each character has different normal attacks, weapon properties, special moves, and recovery options.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Ninja Master's: Haō Ninpō Chō?
Learn the spacing of each character's weapon attacks before relying on special moves. Long-reaching attacks can control the center of the screen, but whiffed heavy attacks leave clear openings.
Use guarding and short hops to challenge predictable pressure. Save powerful ninpō techniques for confirmed openings, and study the opponent's recovery after blocked or missed attacks. In arcade mode, patience is generally safer than repeatedly attacking the computer.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Fūma
A powerful warrior whose attacks emphasize strength and direct close-range pressure.
Kasumi
A fast female ninja with mobile attacks and a flexible weapon style.
Kagerō
A mysterious fighter associated with deceptive movement and ninja techniques.
Hanzō
A disciplined ninja using a balanced mixture of weapon attacks and special skills.
Genjūrō
A sword-wielding fighter built around forceful strikes and strong reach.
Tengai
A large, imposing combatant whose attacks emphasize power and range.
Ray
A distinctive fighter with an unconventional attack style and specialized techniques.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the weapon's reach to control distance rather than attacking continuously.
- 2
After a blocked heavy attack, expect a counterattack and be ready to guard.
- 3
Practice each character's ninpō commands in versus play before attempting arcade runs.
Editorial context
What do players highlight?
A stylish and fast Neo Geo fighter with a memorable weapon-based combat system.
The smaller roster and demanding arcade difficulty may be less approachable than SNK's flagship fighters.
Community discussion
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