Games like Ninja Gaiden on Mac

4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Ninja Gaiden (1988) run on Mac. The cheapest is Katana ZERO at € 14,79. 3 are made by independent developers.

Mac support for classics is patchier than PC, and Apple's move away from 32-bit software broke a lot of older re-releases. What works well: games sold through Steam or GOG with native Apple Silicon builds, cross-platform open-source engine ports, and browser-based versions. Many remaining gaps can be closed with an emulator or a compatibility layer.

Other devices: Linux 3 Steam Deck 4

Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.

The Messenger Indie

€ 19,99

An indie action-platformer that opens as a direct Ninja Gaiden homage.

The Messenger is also an alternative to 4 other classics

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

The Messenger runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Cyber Shadow Indie

€ 19,99

A retro ninja action-platformer with tight combat and classic feel.

Cyber Shadow is also an alternative to 3 other classics

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

Cyber Shadow runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Katana ZERO Indie

€ 14,79

One-hit-kill side-on action where every room is a puzzle solved at full speed.

Katana ZERO is also an alternative to 2 other classics

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

Katana ZERO runs on PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection

€ 39,99

The official collection of the modern Ninja Gaiden action games.

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection is also an alternative to 1 other classic

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Untested

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Untested.

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Not on Mac

These alternatives to Ninja Gaiden are listed on the main page, but do not run on Mac:

All 5 games like Ninja Gaiden