Games Completed 1993-2019

Samurai Shodown Play Order

The weapons-fighter saga from 1993 to the 2019 reboot.

Last updated September 19, 2026

Play Order (Release = Chronological)Recommended

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Release order is the recommended play path, so one list covers both.

1 Samurai Shodown I-IV (Neo Geo era) 1996 · game II is the classic.
2 Samurai Shodown V-VII and Sen 2008 · game
3 Samurai Shodown (2019 reboot) 2019 · game Modern entry point.

About Samurai Shodown

SNK’s samurai weapons series ran seven Neo Geo entries plus the 3D Sen and the acclaimed 2019 reboot. Deliberate footsies over combos throughout.

Good to know

Play Samurai Shodown II then the 2019 reboot. The middle sequels are for devotees.