London, UK – 13 March 2026 System 3, one of the most iconic names in video game history, is today proud to launch The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games in physical version (including International Karate, IK+ and Bangkok Knights), for Nintendo Switch, available digitally via the Nintendo eShop in the UK and Europe here, the Nintendo eShop in the United States here, and the official System 3 store here, with physical editions also available through Amazon stores and selected specialist retailers.
The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games allows players to relive the magic of the golden era of Retro gaming through successive authentic emulations of the original Commodore 64, Amiga and Spectrum releases. More than a collection, it’s a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the era, neatly packaged for Nintendo Switch.
You can watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UL0RS3GBUwk
Known for its innovative gameplay, memorable graphics, atmospheric music and positive critical acclaim, the series captivated gamers the world over and set a new standard for action-adventure games.
This definitive collection brings together the entire Last Ninja series of C64 versions along with Amiga and Spectrum versions, where available, for the first time. Not only is System 3 offering The Last Ninja, Last Ninja 2, Last Ninja 3 and Ninja Remix, the world’s longest-running games label is also adding the critically acclaimed IK/International Karate, (the first European game to top the USA C64 billboard charts), IK+ and Bangkok Knights. These games were milestones in the gaming industry, pushing the boundaries of what was possible with the technology of the time and making them available to play on Nintendo Switch.
Features:
- The Last Ninja (Includes C64 and Amiga versions) – This ground-breaking retro action-adventure game developed and published by System 3 in 1987 set the standard for the genre in the 80’s. Navigate through beautifully hand-crafted environments, solve puzzles and engage in combat with a variety of enemies.
- The Last Ninja 2 (Includes C64, Spectrum and Amiga versions) – Its detailed graphics, immersive soundtracks, and challenging gameplay captivated both players and critics, earning multiple awards, including Game of the Year, as well as accolades for its outstanding graphics and sound.
- The Last Ninja 3 (Includes C64 and Amiga versions) – holds a special place in retro video game history, not only for its innovative gameplay and stunning visuals of its time, but also for being the first computer game to receive a perfect 100% review score.
- Ninja Remix – A special edition that enhances the original experience with new soundtracks, updated graphics and gameplay tweaks.
- IK/International Karate/World Championship Karate (Includes Spectrum and c64 versions) – was the first game from a European company to top the Billboard charts in the USA on the C64 and the first European game to get a CES Showcase award in Chicago 1986 for innovation. This classic fighting game from System 3 set the standard for martial arts games in the 1980s
- IK+ (C64, Spectrum and Amiga versions) – a multi-award-winning retro classic that remains a must-have for fans of the genre. Building on the success of its predecessor, IK+ introduced improved graphics and gameplay, with AI that continues to impress even today.
- Bangkok Knights (Includes C64 and Amiga version) – A classic retro game celebrating the art of Muay Thai boxing. Bangkok Knights was the first fighting game to feature large, distinct different characters, and according to some interviews with Capcom’s developers, it inspired the very first Street Fighter game.
“This year marks 40 years since I first launched International Karate, the first title in the IK series, and next year marks the 40th anniversary of The Last Ninja, so this collection means a great deal to me personally and to System 3,” said Mark Cale, Founder and CEO of System 3. “Both titles were major milestones in our history, and in the wider story of British and European video game development. Bringing them to Nintendo Switch matters because Nintendo is one of the world’s most important gaming platforms, with an audience that values both quality and heritage. It is the right place for these games and releasing them on cartridge also forms part of my wider mission of game preservation, helping ensure they exist in a proper physical format for collectors and future generations.”
Press materials can be found here.
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About System 3
Founded in 1982, System 3 is the world’s longest-running independent developer and publisher-branded video game label. From The Last Ninja Series and IK series to Constructor, Myth, Putty World, James Pond and Ferrari Challenge, System 3 has shaped generations of gaming history. The company continues to develop, publish and own all of its properties, remaining true to its founding vision of independence, creativity and innovation.
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