Samurai Shodown

 Xbox One
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 19 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 19
  3. Negative: 4 out of 19
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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    Samurai Showdown returns hard hitting and Beautifully Cell-Shaded. Samurai Showdown takes us on an adventure into the methodical One on One weapon based combat of the Samurai, where every move must be decisive. Each fighter is outfitted with a wild array of visually stunning and powerful techniques and combos. They're important yes, but a strong defense and an eye for openings in yourSamurai Showdown returns hard hitting and Beautifully Cell-Shaded. Samurai Showdown takes us on an adventure into the methodical One on One weapon based combat of the Samurai, where every move must be decisive. Each fighter is outfitted with a wild array of visually stunning and powerful techniques and combos. They're important yes, but a strong defense and an eye for openings in your opponents guard is far more important. Button Mashing, and refusing to block tend to get punished hard with a well timed heavy strike, some of which can deplete over a quarter of a life bar, and drop you into the losing corner fast! Likewise well timed defense is often rewarded by creating an opening in the opponents defenses, maybe even giving you time to land one of the Once-A-Battle moves every fighter possesses! Even the fast characters need to think about when to strike and when to block, and if they have a big enough opening for a heavy strike. The soundtrack is well composed, feeling authentic, without compromising the Fighting Spirit needed for satisfying combat. If your a collector of the franchise, or looking for a fighting game where you feel accomplished when you win a tough fight, this game is a must have addition to your Xbox One library.… Expand
  2. Johcker
    Jun 29, 2019
    10
    Ótimos gráficos e gameplay nostálgico (remete aos dos primeiros jogos da série) mas com novos elementos mais difíceis de dominar.
  3. OpCrimsonFlower
    Oct 11, 2019
    0
    Very bad game. Ugly graphics and non existent sound. SNK is the worst publisher and game maker on the planet, do not buy anything from them. They should be ashamed.
  4. turbofighter
    Jun 28, 2019
    10
    This game anti-mortal kombat in a good way.
    Arcade stick is recommended.

    *pros*
    - classic arcade experience
    - goodlike remake of old stages
    - soundtrack (metal, ethnic ambient)
    - woman outfits
    - dojo mode with ANN
    - free season pass for all (limited time)

    *contras*
    - little rooster
    - slo-o-ow load time
  5. neomoonsevin
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    Awesome game some problems found in past samsho games have been fixed in this game.

Awards & Rankings

64
#64 Best Xbox One Game of 2019
92
#92 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2019

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Aug 8, 2019
    70
    A considered fighter that’s wrapped up in a stylish, if slight, package. [Issue#180, p.75]
  2. AusGamers
    Jul 18, 2019
    88
    What we have here in Samurai Shodown is an updated version of a game that takes itself seriously where it needs to, but has fun with what it has in front of it. Well worth your fisticuffs.
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  3. XGN
    Jul 14, 2019
    65
    This fighting game is nice due to all the swords but has not so much content. Therefore it's not a game you will play for month, more for a couple of weeks. Also the story is a bit weak and outdated.
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