# Samurai Shodown — A classic action fighter

> Classic action fighting game with updated visuals and mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by Netflix, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-shodown/id1643974992 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054)
- Category: Games, Action
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 230 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 3.7 GB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2023-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-shodown/id1643974992/reviews.md

## What is Samurai Shodown?

Available exclusively for Netflix members.

Focus your mind. Draw your blade. Embrace death. Anticipate, disarm and attack your opponent to taste sweet victory in this classic fighting reboot.

Fight to the death! The classic blade-wielding fighting series returns with this mobile game set one year before the first installment, blending beautifully updated high-end visuals and gameplay with the faithfully reproduced mechanics and atmosphere that first made Samurai Shodown a hit. Warriors and combatants from various backgrounds — each with their own goals — are about to battle to fulfill their destinies!

Features:

• An enduring legacy: The new game aims to bring the same tense and exhilarating action that the series is known for. Intense and epic battles are back!

• Stunning visuals: Using the power of UNREAL® ENGINE 4, the series is able to achieve a level of detail never before seen for a totally new visual experience!

• A diverse set of characters: From a lively Texan ninja to a wise, clumsy Chinese warrior — take your pick from more than a dozen playable characters with memorable moves tailored to their unique personalities. 

- Created by SNK CORPORATION.

© SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

## Key features

- Classic fighting reboot
- Updated high-end visuals
- Faithfully reproduced mechanics
- Diverse set of playable characters
- Intense and epic battles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netflix Standard Plan | $15.49 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-shodown/id1643974992/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great Game

*2023-11-28*

This a nice port of Samurai Shodown, I just wish it had mifi control support and a local two player mode. This would make this game perfect!

### 4/5 — Great but why

*2023-11-22*

Why are some the other characters gonna take forever to be released why now with the release of then game all together 😩

### 5/5 — Request controller support

*2023-11-18*

Please add controller support

### 5/5 — Controller support

*2023-11-06*

Please add controller support ASAP. I’m sure more people would actually play it then.

### 5/5 — Great looking game but!!!

*2023-10-29*

This is a great looking game. I’m pretty sure it’s pretty fun, but has no Backbone controller Support, another dealbreaker.

### 1/5 — Waste of space

*2023-10-28*

I cannot even log on my account to play… so weak dude and I’ve tried everything to log in.

### 1/5 — Why is there no Controller Support?

*2023-10-24*

Why is there no Controller Support? Just why?

### 3/5 — Please add controller support

*2023-10-21*

The game is nice but the lack of external controller support really affects the user experience. I hope to see controller support on future updates.

### 2/5 — Could be Great

*2023-10-08*

The game looks great. They captured all the visual elements that always made Samurai Showdown a great game. The controls are some the worst I have ever seen. You can’t change them you can’t adjust the position. In a match it feels like the reaction of the controls is about a half a second behind whatever it is you are doing. I would love to play it but I just can’t with the bad controls.

### 2/5 — No controller support

*2023-10-06*

Without the controller support this game is impossible to enjoy. Too bad because it looks pretty cool otherwise.

## Frequently asked questions about Samurai Shodown

### What is Samurai Shodown?

Samurai Shodown is a classic action fighting game reboot available exclusively for Netflix members. It features updated high-end visuals and gameplay while faithfully reproducing the mechanics and atmosphere of the original series. Players can engage in intense blade-wielding battles against a diverse cast of characters.

### What are the key features of this fighting game?

Key features include an enduring legacy of tense and exhilarating action, stunning visuals powered by UNREAL® ENGINE 4 for a new visual experience, and a diverse set of over a dozen playable characters. Each character has memorable moves tailored to their unique personalities, promising intense and epic battles.

### How much does Samurai Shodown cost?

This application is available exclusively for Netflix members. As such, there is no direct cost to download or play the game beyond a Netflix subscription.

### What platforms is Samurai Shodown available on?

Samurai Shodown is available on mobile devices as part of the Netflix gaming library. It is designed to be played by Netflix subscribers.

### What is the gameplay like in Samurai Shodown?

The gameplay focuses on anticipating, disarming, and attacking opponents in intense, blade-wielding combat. It aims to deliver the same tense and exhilarating action that the series is known for, with beautifully updated visuals and faithfully reproduced classic mechanics.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.9.10 — 2023-10-24

We're always working to bring you the best Netflix Games experience. In this release, we've made some bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.9.6 — 2023-08-29

We're always working to bring you the best Netflix Games experience. In this release, we've made some bug fixes and performance improvements.

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