Dark Ninja Hanjo — Controls and playing guide

What you do

Explore a ruined city, follow mission clues, and fight enemies while searching for an ancient scroll. Navigation and combat share the same adventure.

Controls

WASD/arrows to move; Space to jump; left/right mouse buttons for attacks; R to change projectile.

A useful first decision

Follow the current mission marker before exploring side routes, and learn one projectile at a time so you can predict its range.

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More about this game

Dark Ninja Hanjo

The city lies in devastation. Dark Ninja Hanjo is an adventure game where you navigate the barren remains of a once-prosperous city with the goal of restoring it. Your primary task is to retrieve an ancient scroll. Follow clues, complete various missions, and defeat enemies when necessary.

How to Play Dark Ninja Hanjo

Start by selecting "Play" from the main menu to enter the level selection screen. The game features 15 levels set in abandoned environments. Choose any level to begin your adventure.

Follow the Sensei’s Guidance

Your guide throughout the journey is Sensei. He sends you into the ruined city to discover what caused its downfall and warns you to stay alert, as danger can appear unexpectedly.

Purple Beams

While carrying out Sensei’s instructions, you will come across tall purple beams of light. These are magical spells cast by enemies trying to seize the ancient scrolls. Your mission is to stop the Extractor and prevent the scrolls from being captured by the wrong hands.

Free the Mythical Phoenix

The soul core of the Mythical Phoenix has been taken by enemies. To regain it, you must defeat two formidable UzunaWolves in a challenging fight that will test your skill and resolve.

Store

Access the Store from the main menu to customize your character’s look, weapons, and gear. Here, you can also buy ammunition and energy refills. Purchasing ranged weapons such as Shurikens can be particularly helpful for certain levels.

Characters

  • Heavenly Wolf
  • Flash Hayate
  • Demon Tsukana
  • Shinobi Ashura

Weapons

  • Katanas
  • Dual Katanas
  • Fists
  • Arrow Bow
  • Spear

Game Controls

  • Move: WASD or Arrow Keys
  • Jump: Spacebar
  • Attack: Left Mouse Button
  • Use Projectile: Right Mouse Button
  • Switch Projectile: R
  • Special Move: X
  • Change Weapon: E
  • Change Power: T
  • Change Camera View: C
  • Pause: P

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Comments(29)

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CameraViewChanger

2025-11-11 14:04:23

Changing camera view with 'C' helps in navigating tricky platforming sections.

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DesolationSeeker

2025-10-30 05:08:33

The game's depiction of a once-great city in ruins is both eerie and captivating.

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EnergyManager

2025-10-24 02:58:07

Purchasing energy replenishments from the Store is crucial for surviving longer battles.

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RuinsWanderer

2025-10-17 19:47:11

Exploring the desolate city is hauntingly beautiful. The art style fits the theme perfectly.

A

ArrowBowExpert

2025-10-10 04:25:15

The arrow bow is my go-to for ranged attacks. The projectile switching mechanic works well.

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VigilantPlayer

2025-09-30 20:31:59

Sensei's warning to stay vigilant is true—enemies can ambush you unexpectedly!

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ScrollHunter

2025-09-19 06:14:31

Those purple beams add such a sense of urgency. Great environmental storytelling.

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StoreFrequent

2025-09-11 10:06:28

The customization options in the Store are a nice touch. I decked out my ninja completely.

C

ClueFollower

2025-09-10 08:35:52

Following clues to complete missions makes the gameplay feel investigative and immersive.

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WeaponSwitcher

2025-09-01 22:49:08

Switching between fists and spears keeps combat dynamic and fun.