Action · 1995
Samurai Shodown III
Samurai Shodown III was to be the start of a bold new direction for the franchise. The most obvious difference between this game and the others in the series is the notably darker aesthetic. The more light-hearted characters (Earthquake, Cham Cham, and Gen-an to name a few) from the previous games have been excised,…
Key facts
- Released
- 15 November 1995
- Genre
- Action · Fighting
- Game modes
- Solo · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Nintendo
- Studio
- SNK
- Publisher
- SNK Playmore, D4
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1995 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- You can come back forever
Frequently asked questions
Can you play Samurai Shodown III with friends?
Yes: Samurai Shodown III can be played solo and together on one screen.
What platforms is Samurai Shodown III on?
Samurai Shodown III is available on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo.
What games are like Samurai Shodown III?
In the same spirit: Samurai Shodown IV: Amakusa's Revenge, The King of Fighters XIV and Samurai Shodown.



