Tenchu Return from Darkness is set in feudal Japan and follows the story of Rikimaru, a shinobi tasked with infiltrating the enemy's castle to rescue his childhood friend, Ayame. As he delves deeper into the castle, Rikimaru uncovers a dark conspiracy that threatens the entire country.
The gameplay of Tenchu Return from Darkness revolves around stealth and strategy. Players control Rikimaru as he navigates through the castle's corridors, avoiding guards and traps while attempting to complete objectives. The game features a unique "shinobi sense" system, which allows players to detect hidden enemies and find secret paths.
Tenchu Return from Darkness was released for the Xbox console on 10 March 2004. It is an action-adventure game that challenges players to use stealth and cunning to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies.