Games like SAMURAI SHODOWN
If SAMURAI SHODOWN is your kind of game, the closest matches are THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV, DRAGON BALL FighterZ and Mortal Kombat 1 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its characters play very unique, focuses purely on fundamentals and methodical and tense gameplay. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
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THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Top pick for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
DRAGON BALL FighterZ
WHY THIS
Second-strongest match for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
Mortal Kombat 1
WHY THIS
Third-strongest match for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
Killer Instinct
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Ranked #4 for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
WHY THIS
Ranked #5 for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game!
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel
WHY THIS
Ranked #6 for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The hit crossover 2D fighter finally makes its way to PC, updated to the latest arcade version for character balancing, added background animations and additional winning poses. It also includes all DLC from the console release, such as additional fighters Homura and Heart, in a single value package.
THE LAST BLADE
WHY THIS
Shares weapon based combat, parry system and an atmospheric mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Ranked #7 for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
“THE LAST BLADE”, the first entry in the legendary 2D weapons-based fighting game series from SNK set during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate, returns for another joust! Sharpen your blade, and be ready for some of the most epic battles on Steam!
Granblue Fantasy: Versus
WHY THIS
Ranked #8 for SAMURAI SHODOWN fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!
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Street Fighter™ 6
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
SOULCALIBUR VI
WHY THIS
Shares weapon based combat and an atmospheric mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII STEAM EDITION
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
[[i]i]“THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII”[/i], SNK PLAYMORE’s flagship 2D versus fighting title returns in an ultimate version on Steam!!
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
WHY THIS
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game!
Mortal Kombat 1
WHY THIS
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
FINAL FANTASY
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play.
The original FINAL FANTASY comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
TEKKEN 7
WHY THIS
Reviewers of SAMURAI SHODOWN cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals.
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Indigo Park: Chapter 1
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.
STRAFTAT
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive (CS:GO) expands upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched over 2 decades ago. CS:GO features new maps, characters, weapons, and game modes, and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust2, etc.).
Iron Snout
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.
UNBEATABLE [white label]
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure.
Star Fetchers
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories
Brief Karate Foolish
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Here comes a new epic of live action fighting game!! With 60fps smooth action, sexy and deadly guys fly into air and bounces their flab!
![UNBEATABLE [white label] — Steam game cover](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/1290490/header.jpg?t=1736770503)
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THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII STEAM EDITION
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
[[i]i]“THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII”[/i], SNK PLAYMORE’s flagship 2D versus fighting title returns in an ultimate version on Steam!!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
METAL SLUG 3
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
WHY THIS
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
KOF 2002 UM is the 2nd title in the UM Series and a fully upgraded ver. of KOF 2002, a masterpiece of the KOF Series deserving its place of honor alongside KOF ’98. Based on THE NESTS CHRONICLES, 2002 UM includes the most characters of any title in the KOF Series, and fighting game history!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!
METAL SLUG X
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
“METAL SLUG X”, one of the most highly praised titles in the series among Metal Slug fans for its refined balance and game volume, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
WHY THIS
Shares parry system and a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold…
THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Another title from SNK CORPORATION, the studio behind SAMURAI SHODOWN. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
After “KOF '98”, often praised by the fans as the best installment in the “KOF” series, and “KOF ’98 UM” 10 years later, “KOF ’98” returns now on the Steam PC gaming platform in an ultimate and final version with THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
WHY THIS
Shares a challenging mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Mortal Kombat 1
WHY THIS
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
Killer Instinct
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with SAMURAI SHODOWN.
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
Frequently asked about SAMURAI SHODOWN
- Is SAMURAI SHODOWN verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — SAMURAI SHODOWN is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- Does SAMURAI SHODOWN have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — SAMURAI SHODOWN supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP).
- What games are most similar to SAMURAI SHODOWN?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside SAMURAI SHODOWN are THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV, DRAGON BALL FighterZ, Mortal Kombat 1.
- Who developed SAMURAI SHODOWN?
- SAMURAI SHODOWN was developed by SNK CORPORATION.
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