Samurai Shodown V Special

April 22, 2004 Yuki Enterprise SNK Playmore
Fighting Arcade
Arcade neogeoaes PS4 PC Vita
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An ordained meeting of 28 fierce warriors begins, to precede a series of duels to the death. These individuals entrust their fates to their skill and their weapons. For those not up to the task, a cherished end in battle is their only hope.

The twenty-eight Samurai characters clash in one epic title. Samurai Shodown V Special was the final release for the Neo Geo. The most iconic addition to this entry in the series is the inclusion of character specific “Overkill Moves”, which can be used to finish off an opponent with style.
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Release Date April 22, 2004
Developer Yuki Enterprise
Publisher SNK Playmore
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective Side view
Themes Action
Samurai Shodown V Special

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