'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO' Now Available on NEOGEO Premium Selection

SNK Corporation announced today, June 29, 2026 (Mon), that the fighting game 'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO' (hereinafter referred to as 'NINJA MASTER'S') has been released on Steam as an additional title for the NEOGEO Premium Selection.

[Product Features]

The fighting game 'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO', originally released by SNK for arcades in 1996, has been upgraded and ported to Steam.

'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO' is a fighting game set in 'Jipang', a fictional country resembling feudal Japan, where a total of 12 martial artists, including ninjas, exorcists, swordsmen, and thieves, compete in skill. While each possesses unique weapons, players can switch between weapons and unarmed combat in real-time during battles, making the ability to change fighting styles according to the opponent and situation the key to strategy. Furthermore, each character has a variety of combo routes, making the game's depth and replayability a major appeal.

While retaining the innovative system of switching between weapons and unarmed combat, the game now features a newly implemented rollback netcode for comfortable online battles and additional functions such as a practice mode. Players can enjoy high-level matches not only in single-player but also with players from around the world.

> Steam Version 'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO' Product Trailer

https://youtu.be/L35FDfjEdtk

CHARACTERS

A total of 12 characters, including boss characters 'Ranmaru' and 'Nobunaga', gather!

'Sasuke', burdened by destiny, his best friend and rival 'Kamui', the elegant kunoichi 'Kasumi', and the Muen-ryu user 'Natsume' confront the overlord 'Nobunaga'. Set in 'Jipang', where 300 years of civil war continue, 12 characters gather!

Sasuke (Seiden Hakuryu Sukesuke) Protagonist / Fugitive Ninja

An elite from the renowned ninja village 'Tenbu no Sato' and one of the 'Tenbu Four'. Following his father's dying wish, he becomes a fugitive ninja to defeat the overlord.

However, this leads to a fate of confronting his best friends. A versatile type (balanced type), with high standards in speed, reach, and technique performance, a standard character that can be handled by beginners and advanced players alike.

Kamui (Kofuu Eikoshin Kamui) Rival / Pursuer

Sasuke's best friend and also one of the Four. Loyal to the ninja code, he pursues Sasuke, who has become a fugitive.

An assassin torn between friendship and duty. A mobile/combo type (technical), agile with high offensive continuation ability, an advanced character focused on offense and mind games.

Raiga (Maho Sekiro Raiga) Bounty Hunter

Formerly a ruffian, now a martial artist and bounty hunter.

He becomes involved in incidents while seeking strong opponents and pursuing bounties and powerful individuals. He views Goemon as a rival. A high-damage power type, with heavy single hits and long reach, a type that breaks through from neutral with a single blow.

Tenho (Onmyo Unsui Tenho) Onmyo Master / Old Man Character

An old Taoist living in Hong Kong (user of Onmyo magic).

Sensing an 'ominous presence', he heads to Jipang, prepared for death. He appears carefree but is one of the strongest practitioners. A tricky/long-range type, rich in projectiles and setup attacks, a spacing management type.

Karasu (Nehan Mutensu Karasu) Mad Swordsman

A murderer said to be possessed by a demonic sword.

Guided by Karasu and the demonic sword, he wanders the land. An outlier who acts on impulse rather than reason. A high-risk, high-attack power type, prioritizing attack power with insane performance; strong if reads are correct, but dangerous if they fail.

Houou (Hama Myojin Houou) Exorcist

A monk-like character who exorcises strange phenomena.

Sensing the aura of the overlord's revival, he participates in the battle to defeat him. He has a history with Tenho. A mid-range balanced type + technical type, a stable type that relies on charge attacks, suitable for calm play.

Natsume (Nanten Suzume Natsume) Young Female Ninja

A genius girl ninja who rapidly matured.

Embarks on a journey to defeat the overlord after nightmares about her hometown. A speed/combo type, agile with high rushdown capabilities, a combo-focused type.

Kasumi (Kouten Kumpuu Kasumi) Female Ninja / Disciple

Though immature as a ninja, she possesses a strong will.

Despite her master's warnings, she pursues the overlord and enters the fight. A reach/poke type, strong in mid-range spacing with her weapon, a basic strategy type for maintaining mid-range.

Unsen (Kongo Arahata Unsen) Monk Soldier / Super Strength Character

A giant monk with a drinking problem who goes berserk when drunk.

He was a training monk but was expelled for problematic behavior and enters the fight. A grapple/durability type (heavyweight), large physique, power character, a type that grabs opponents to break their guard.

Goemon (Kaitou Musou Goemon) Great Thief

A great thief of the realm (with a Robin Hood-like aspect).

While seeking treasure and fame, he becomes involved in the overlord incident. He is Raiga's target. A trick/tricky type, with unconventional weapons and movements, a type that emphasizes winning through reads and surprise attacks.

Ranmaru (Mumei Kagura Ranmaru) Sub-Boss

A mysterious being (depicted with ambiguous gender).

Appears as Nobunaga's protector and holds the key to the story. A versatile + strong performance type, with high standards in both speed and firepower, with performance superior to Sasuke's.

Nobunaga (Mekai Haoh Nobunaga) Final Boss

A warlord of the Sengoku period controlled by the power of the overlord.

Revived with the aim of world conquest, he becomes the focus of all characters' objectives. Overwhelming performance as a boss character, with outstanding technique power, range, and performance, a strong character slot.

ONLINE BATTLE

◼︎ Comfortable battles with players worldwide through rollback netcode online play!

Newly supporting rollback netcode, enabling comfortable online battles! With lobby functions supporting up to 9 participants and options for hiding/showing hidden characters, we offer a more fulfilling battle environment. Furthermore, a tournament mode is implemented where you can choose from single battles, double elimination, or league matches! Enjoy high-level battles with players from around the world.

NEW FEATURES

◼︎ Additional elements to master 'NINJA MASTER'S: HAOH NINPOCHO'!

The single-player mode includes an enhanced practice mode with comprehensive features. You can practice complex combos using the speed adjustment function and challenge the time attack mode. Additionally, new elements to enjoy in single-player, such as achievements where you can collect icons by unlocking them, are packed in!

Launch Discount 25% OFF Sale Underway!

Starting today, you can purchase the Steam version of 'NINJA MASTER'S' at a great price for a limited time.

Don't miss this opportunity.

Sale Period: June 29, 2026 (Mon) - July 11, 2026 (Sat) ■ Price: ¥2,970 (Tax Included) → ¥2,227 (Tax Included)

[NEOGEO PREMIUM SELECTION] This is a series that revives legendary NEOGEO arcade game titles that defined an era as premium products with added new features.

Delivered to fans as high-quality products personally handled by SNK.

[Title Overview]

Title Name

NINJA MASTER’S ~覇王忍法帖~

Genre

Fighting Game

Supported Platforms

Steam

Release Date

June 29, 2026

Price

¥2,970 (Tax Included)

Number of Players

Offline: 1-2 / Online: 1-9

Official Website https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/neogeo-premium/ninja-masters/

Official X

https://x.com/NEOGEO_JP

NINJA MASTER’S ~覇王忍法帖~ Store Page (Steam)

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3822230

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