Infamous for its high difficulty and brutal fatalities (called “Zetsumei Ougi”), this entry is a tournament favorite. The collection includes both the original arcade ROM and the revised V Perfect , which rebalances the game.

Playing arcade-perfect ports of Samurai Shodown II or V Special on a long flight or during a commute is a huge draw. The Switch’s Joy-Cons are surprisingly decent for retro fighters, though many purists prefer the Pro Controller or a third-party arcade stick.

: A world premier title that was previously unreleased, featuring a brand-new story and ending. Key Features

Over the years, the Samurai Shodown series has seen numerous releases, updates, and revisions, but one thing has remained constant: the series' commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging gameplay. And now, with the Samurai Shodown NeoGeo Collection, fans of the series can experience the best of the series on the Nintendo Switch.