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Samurai Shodown III
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 (originally 1995) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | SNK / Ukiyotei |
| Publisher | Sony Computer Entertainment Europe |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1997, Samurai Shodown III is a fighting game developed by SNK / Ukiyotei and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1995.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
Samurai Shodown III supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Samurai Shodown III is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Samurai Shodown III cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite energy P1 | 800186B4
0080 |
|---|---|
| Infinite energy P2 | 800185B4
0080 |
| New fighter for P1 | 800106C8
030C |
| New fighter for P2 | 800106C8
0C02 |
Samurai Shodown III walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Samurai Shodown III FAQ
When did Samurai Shodown III come out on the PS1?
Samurai Shodown III was released for the PlayStation in 1997; the original game dates back to 1995.
Who made Samurai Shodown III?
It was developed by SNK / Ukiyotei and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.
Is Samurai Shodown III multiplayer?
Yes. Samurai Shodown III supports up to 2 players.
How long does Samurai Shodown III take to play?
As a fighting game, Samurai Shodown III typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Samurai Shodown III on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.