Tenchu 2: Birth of the Stealth Assassins for the Sony PlayStation 1 is a stealth-action game, part of the Greatest Hits lineup. It serves as a prequel to the original Tenchu game, immersing players in feudal Japan as they take on the roles of ninjas Rikimaru, Ayame, or Tesshu. Players employ stealth tactics to sneak past or eliminate enemies, using a variety of weapons and tools. The game features a mission-based structure, with objectives ranging from assassination to rescue. It's lauded for its level design that allows for multiple approaches and its atmospheric setting.