The article discusses the rise and fall of Sega's Shinobi franchise, which debuted in 1987 and became a significant hit, paving the way for sequels across multiple platforms. Despite its early success and popularity, the franchise has been dormant since the release of Shinobi 3D in 2011. With a shift in focus towards newer franchises like Sonic and Yakuza, many classic titles, including Shinobi, have faded into nostalgia, leaving fans yearning for their return. Sega's director acknowledges the importance of legacy IPs and the diverse memories they evoke in longtime fans.
Sega’s long-standing popularity has primarily shifted toward franchises like Sonic and Like a Dragon, leading to nostalgia for classic titles like Shinobi.
Sega's director emphasized the importance of legacy IPs, noting that fans from decades ago may have diverse memories of the company beyond its flagship titles.
While Shinobi's successors like Shinobi 3D in 2011 marked a decline for the franchise, nostalgic remakes and enhanced versions have sparked minor revivals.
The monumental shift in Sega's focus on newer franchises leaves fans longing for the diverse array of iconic titles that defined its history.
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