If you are looking for a fun, family-friendly beat 'em up to play with friends, NINJA KIDZ: TIME MASTERS is an energetic title you should definitely check out. Based on the wildly popular YouTube channel, this colorful 3D action adventure brings the acrobatic siblings directly to your screen for some lighthearted monster-bashing. It stands out among casual PC games by delivering a vibrant, cartoonish brawler that doesn't take itself too seriously, making it a blast for younger players or anyone just wanting a laid-back co-op session. Whether you are throwing ninja stars or teaming up for crazy combos, it perfectly captures the playful spirit of the real-life Ninja Kidz.
Storyline
The story keeps things simple and action-packed right from the start. The evil villain Dr. Disaster has successfully kidnapped the three greatest martial arts masters in the world and scattered them across different historical eras to prevent anyone from stopping his plans. You take control of the Ninja Kidz as they jump through a time vortex, traveling everywhere from the dinosaur-filled Jurassic period to neon-lit futuristic cities. It is a goofy, Saturday-morning-cartoon style narrative full of charming cutscenes where your only goal is to rescue the grandmasters, defeat Dr. Disaster's wacky henchmen, and restore peace to the timeline.
Gaming experience
When it comes to actual gameplay, NINJA KIDZ: TIME MASTERS offers a classic arcade-style beat 'em up loop that runs perfectly on standard PC games setups. You can choose from four main characters, each with their own unique weapons and special moves, like Bryton's heavy katana strikes or Payton's agile bo staff combos. The real fun shines in the four-player local co-op mode, where you and your friends can mash buttons together to clear out waves of goofy enemies and challenging bosses across 16 different time-traveling levels. While the mechanics are simple enough for anyone to pick up, the addition of special attacks and extra unlockable modes like Boss Rush keeps the brawling action surprisingly addictive.
