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A samurai weapon fighter where warriors duel with lethal strikes, careful spacing, counters, and rage-fueled special attacks.
Released 14 Jun 2021
Trade Lethal Blade Strikes
Punish Missed Swings
Disarm Opposing Fighters
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Developed by SNK CORPORATION · Published by SNK CORPORATION








Set one year before the first SAMURAI SHODOWN, the game brings warriors with different backgrounds and goals into weapon-based duels. Choose a fighter from a roster of distinct characters and face opponents in a 2D fighting game presented with 3D visuals.
Combat centers on timing, spacing, defense, and punishing mistakes rather than long combo strings. Strong attacks can cause heavy damage, so a single opening can change a match. Fighters can also disarm opponents, while taking damage builds a Rage Gauge that enables powerful techniques.
Play story and arcade modes, or take on time trials, survival, and gauntlet challenges. A tutorial and training mode help players learn the mechanics; the game’s Ghost system learns from player actions to create CPU-controlled opponents that can be shared and challenged.
Across the supplied reviews, players often enjoy the deliberate, fundamentals-focused duels, where spacing, defense, and reacting to an opponent matter more than executing long combos. Reviewers also praise the high-stakes damage, distinctive characters, and visual and musical style. Some describe it as approachable to pick up while still rewarding patience and practice; a recurring caveat is difficulty finding online matches.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 45 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 12 listed on Steam |
| DRM / EULA |
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| Content notices |
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| Website | Official website |