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Samurai Shodown
Samurai ShodownEpic 1993 sword‑fighting showdown on PS3
Samurai Shodown: Edge of Destiny
Samurai Shodown: Edge of DestinyRescue, rivalry, and revenge in a feudal fighting saga
Overview
Description

Set in early Japan, Samurai Shodown pits 12 warriors (plus 3 bonus characters) against the dark forces of Ambrosia, who has possessed Shiro Tokisada Amakusa. Players battle with precise timing and weapon‑based combat to end the heretic’s reign and restore honor.

A young European girl named Suzu is saved from a sinking ship off Japan’s coast and raised as a princess by the Amori Clan. Ten years later she rescues the brash martial artist Takechiyo, only to vanish herself, prompting him to hunt for his missing savior. The game blends a narrative‑driven story mode with classic 2‑D fighting mechanics, offering both solo and split‑screen battles that let players experience the mystery and combat of the Samurai Shodown universe.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Fighting Games
Fighting Games
Best for
Fans of classic fighting games
Fans of classic 2D fighters
Specifications
Specifications
developer
SNK
K2
publisher
Japan Home Video Co., Tec Toy, Crystal Dynamics, Takara, Sega, BMG Interactive Entertainment, D4 Enterprise, JVC, SNK Playmore, Playtronic, SNK
SNK Playmore, Taito
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB T
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Split screen
critic score
43/100
46/100+7%
General
release date
1993-07-07
2008-04-17
msrp
—
$59.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep roster with unique weapons
  • Authentic 1993 arcade feel on modern hardware
  • Strategic timing‑based combat
  • Rich historical storyline
  • Engaging narrative that ties into the fighting action
  • Robust local multiplayer with split‑screen support
  • Deep combat system with diverse character moves
  • Authentic retro visual style appealing to series fans
Cons
  • Limited to PlayStation 3 platform
  • Low critic score may deter new players
  • Multiplayer limited to local play only
  • Limited platform availability restricts player base
  • Mature rating may deter younger audiences
  • Online multiplayer is absent, focusing only on local play
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