Samurai Shodown III: Blades of Blood, for the Sony PlayStation 1, is a 2D competitive fighting game developed by SNK. Released as part of the acclaimed Samurai Shodown series, it elevates the fighting genre with its focus on weapon-based combat set in a stylized feudal Japan. Players choose from a diverse roster of warriors, each armed with unique weapons and special moves, poised to duel in intense battles that emphasize timing and strategic gameplay. With beautiful period-inspired artwork and a characteristic rage system, it offers both solo and multiplayer modes for engaging swordplay action.