The Last Ninja/Controls

Control	Action
	Movement. Turns only if stick direction is 90 degrees from ninja's facing. Moves backwards if opposite to Ninja's facing direction.
	Precise path movement.
+	Blocks attacks, crouches, or searches.
	With a sword, staff, or nunchaku, does a slow and powerful attack. With a Shuriken, throws forward. It follows a diagonal path. Punches if no weapon equipped.
	With a sword, staff, or nunchaku, does a fast attack. With a Shuriken, throws forward. It follows a diagonal path. Punches if no weapon equipped.
	Performs neck attack with sword or staff. Punches otherwise.
	Kick attack.
+	Jump.
Shift  +  +  or  -	Adjusts player and enemy guard speed. Can be used to bypass some obstacles, or to travel more quickly when using magic.
Space	Select weapon.