The Last Ninja Collection hit its Kickstarter funding goal in just 40 minutes, marking the return of the beloved series to PC and Nintendo Switch in early 2025. Developed by System 3, the collection features The Last Ninja, Last Ninja 2, Last Ninja 3, and Ninja Remix, alongside classic titles like International Karate, IK+, and Bangkok Knights.

The project is part of System 3’s push for video game preservation, offering the first physical release of these iconic 1980s and 1990s games in decades. The collection includes games from the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, and Amiga, along with special rewards for backers, such as limited-edition memorabilia, music CDs, and exclusive access to unfinished prototypes of Last Ninja 4 and IK++.

Kickstarter backers at higher tiers, including the Diamond Ultimate level, will gain access to these unreleased demos and developer notes. So far, the campaign has raised over $35,000, well beyond its $13,072 goal, with nearly 30 days left.

System 3, founded in 1982, continues to prioritize game preservation, ensuring that these pioneering titles remain accessible for future generations. For more information and to back the project, visit the Last Ninja Collection Kickstarter page. The collection is set to release in early 2025.