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Samurai Shodown: Special Edition
Released On: Mar 16, 2021
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6.5
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Based on 11 Critic Reviews
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 11 Critic Reviews
77
64% Positive
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36% Mixed
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One of the best entry level fighting games, Samurai Shodown is an excellent return to form for the series. This Xbox series upgrade offers some small but much appreciated upgrades on the original title. Anyone looking to dip their toes into fighting games will do well to start here, that said, there is a lot to dig into after that.
Much like most fighting games, the barrier of entry is low as Samurai Shodown is simple to pick up and play, but there’s plenty of underlying mechanics that will take some dedication to master. While button mashers won’t fair well, Samurai Shodown plays quite differently from many others in the genre. Being full priced still two years after its launch is a little surprising, but there’s also no other fighters on the market that can boast about 120 FPS.
In sum, Samurai Shodown is back and the release for the Xbox Series X does very well for itself. Though a little scant on content compared to some others in the genre, this is still a great game for fans of the franchise or the genre.
With the addition of 120 FPS to an already excellent port, the Xbox Series X enhanced edition of Samurai Shodown is an impressive arcade fighter that shouldn't be missed. The game is still receiving DLC additions to its expansive roster, including more guest characters to join the inexplicable addition of Warden from Ubisoft's For Honor. Even with just the base group of fighters and a couple of button-mashing friends, this edition of SamSho is worthy of SNK's legacy and just a whole lot of fun.
As one of many Ken 'Masters' (very pleased with that one), the initial reaction to Samurai Shodown is a jarring one. Expecting to mow down hordes of AI controlled characters easily and instead getting beaten to pulp in a matter of seconds can be off-putting, to say the least. What quickly becomes apparent however is that gameplay treads the fine and brilliant line of 'easy to play, difficult to perfect'. Once a bit of caution is implemented, not a lot in the genre is as satisfying as a graceful dodge, parry and complete destruction. This is great for forgetting the old ways and embracing the way of the Samurai.
This is a solid next-gen upgrade for a solid fighting game. It runs better but its biggest problems remain unsolved. I don’t really see it breaking through to become truly mainstream.
A little light on content and a touch on the pricey side, Samurai Showdown on the Series could have perhaps been packaged better. But there is no denying the joy offered by its blood soaked and engaging one on one battles.
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Summary SAMURAI SHODOWN has enjoyed worldwide success as a blade-wielding fighting game series since its first release in 1993. 11 years have passed since the last series installment, and it is now time for SAMURAI SHODOWN to return in a brand-new game featuring high-end visuals and gameplay! Faithfully reproducing the game mechanics and atmosph...
Rated M
for Mature
Platforms:
- Xbox Series X
Initial Release Date: Mar 16, 2021
Developer:
- SNK Corporation
Publisher: SNK Corporation
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