The player takes on the role of 'The Marked One', an unnamed Ninja from the Hisomu Clan during the modern (relatively futuristic) world. It has then received several critical acclaim from both players and critics alike. It is a 2D side scrolling Stealth game which delivers gameplay which heavily emphasizes stealth combat (either Lethal or Non-Lethal). Mark of the Ninja was released in mid 2012 originally for the Xbox Live Arcade and eventually released on Steam. I'm reposting some of my old reviews because I adopted an easier to read format (and because for some reason I can't edit my old reviews)

New Game Plus - Finish the game and unlock this mode, offering new challenges and rewards.A diversity of unlockable abilities, items and playstyles allow exploring many avenues of play Deep Experience - Each level has three score challenges, optional objectives and hidden collectibles.

Custom PC Controls - Custom keyboard and mouse PC controls in addition to gamepad support.Stunning Visuals - Unique 2D visual style featuring award-winning animation and hand-painted environments.True Stealth Experience - Player-centric gameplay rewards choice, be it finishing the game without killing anyone or assassinating all who stand in your way.Finish the main story to unlock a New Game Plus mode with even more options and challenges.

Upgrade new tools and techniques that suit your playstyle and complete optional objectives to unlock entirely new ways to approach the game. Will you be an unknown, invisible ghost, or a brutal, silent assassin? Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja.

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