Mexican Ninja, the 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up from Bogotá-based studio Madbricks in collaboration with REDRUM, is scheduled to launch in 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. The multi-platform release marks a major expansion of the game's availability beyond its current Steam demo.
Set in the neon-lit streets of Nuevo Tokyo, Mexican Ninja blends Mexican culture with Japanese cyberpunk aesthetics. Players take on the role of the titular ninja, leading a rebellion against the corrupt Narkuzas. The gameplay emphasizes precision combat with fast combos, timed dodges, and strategic parries. Each run incorporates roguelike progression, offering randomized encounters, evolving builds, and a layered skill system that encourages experimentation.
Dario Hoyo, Creative Director at Madbricks, explained that the console release allows more players to experience the game's rhythm simultaneously, whether on keyboard or controller. "It's about flow, confidence, and fighting back with con huevos," Hoyo said, highlighting the game's focus on player skill and timing.
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Gameplay and Mechanics
Mexican Ninja features a combat system designed around fast, responsive action. Players can combine attacks with unique abilities, including Mexican Jutsus and spirit powers, which provide crowd-control options and allow for creative approaches to fights. The Way of the Donkey skill tree offers a progression system tailored to each player's preferred playstyle, enhancing abilities and combat efficiency over successive runs.
The game's setting, Nuevo Tokyo, is a stylized fusion of Mexican and Japanese culture, with streets, neon signs, and enemy factions that create a vibrant backdrop for the player's rebellion. Each encounter and level layout is designed to reward mastery and timing, making each playthrough feel distinct.
A free playable demo is currently available on Steam, giving players an opportunity to explore Nuevo Tokyo and experience the core combat mechanics ahead of the 2026 release.
Studio and Production Background
Madbricks, based in Bogotá, Colombia, specializes in full development and co-development across multiple platforms. The studio has a team of 50 and has delivered titles for publishers including Voodoo, Jam City, and Maximum Games. REDRUM, a leading Latin American production company, brings experience in high-end feature films and television series, including Bardo by Alejandro G. Iñárritu and the series Narcos: México and ZeroZeroZero. Amber, a global game development company with over 850 staff across four continents, provides full-cycle development and co-development services, having contributed to games such as Monument Valley 3, Gotham Knights, and Stumble Guys.
Availability and Demo
Mexican Ninja is confirmed for release on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam in 2026. A free demo is available on Steam for players who want to try the combat and progression systems before the full launch. Interested players can also join the game's official Discord community to follow updates and connect with other fans.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will Mexican Ninja be released?
Mexican Ninja is scheduled for release in 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
Can I play a demo before the full release?
Yes, a free playable demo is currently available on Steam.
What platforms will Mexican Ninja be available on?
The game will launch on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
What type of game is Mexican Ninja?
Mexican Ninja is a 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up with fast-paced combat, roguelike progression, and skill-based mechanics.
What is the setting of the game?
The game takes place in Nuevo Tokyo, a cultural fusion of Mexican and Japanese influences where players fight against the corrupt Narkuzas.
Who is developing Mexican Ninja?
The game is developed by Madbricks in partnership with REDRUM and backed by Amber, a global game development company.
What are the main gameplay features?
Mexican Ninja focuses on precise combat with combos, dodges, parries, and unlockable abilities called Mexican Jutsus and spirit powers. It includes roguelike progression, a skill tree system, and randomized encounters.
