SNK has just surprised us all by announcing Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection; a convenient compillation that includes a grand total of seven titles in the main line Samurai Shodown series — giving fans of the series, as well as newcomers, the chance to enjoy pretty much every game in SNK's long-running sword-fighting franchise.
Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection is including the original Samurai Shodown, Samurai Shodown II, Samurai Shodown III, Samurai Shodown IV: Amakusa's Revenge, Samurai Shodown V, the Special revision of Samurai Shodown V, and the never-before released Samurai Shodown V Perfect.
The developer has also revealed that this collection is coming to the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and Epic, although the release dates vary depending on the platform; with the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch versions launching on the 28th of July, Steam launching on the 18th of June, and Epic getting the game on the 11th of June.
As it is expected from any self-respecting fighting game collection these days, Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection has included Online matchmaking for all of the seven titles featured in this compilation — allowing players to engage in ranked or casual matches.
SNK has also added a Museum Mode in Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection, which includes the Samurai Shodown series' history, artwork, a quality music player with tracks from all seven games, and even behind the scenes and interviews with the games' developers.
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It all began in ‘94. And now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home as a stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured! What is more is that each game features online battle modes as well as a Museum Mode and music player! This collection is a must-have for all SAMURAI SHODOWN fans across the globe!
Samurai Shodown Neo Geo Collection will release for the PlayStation 4 and the Nintendo Switch on the 28th of July, on Steam on the 18th of June, and on Epic on the 11th of June.