Shadow Knight: Ninja Fighting is a side-scrolling action game where players control a ninja through linear levels filled with enemy combatants. Gameplay centers on touchscreen controls for movement, jumping, and executing a variety of melee and ranged attacks. Players chain together combos to defeat foes and navigate environmental obstacles.

The mobile version features a virtual control stick and action buttons overlaid on the screen. Progression is level-based, with players unlocking new abilities and weapons to enhance their character. Boss battles punctuate the end of major stages, testing mastery of the combat system.