Samurai Shodown for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) is a 2D competitive fighting game famous for its weapon-based combat. Released originally in the arcades and later ported to the SNES, players select from a diverse cast of characters inspired by Japanese history and fantasy. Each fighter wields a unique weapon, from katanas to spears, and fights in a series of duels governed by a timer. The game emphasizes timing and strategic play, featuring a rage gauge that powers up characters as they take damage, adding depth to the combat system. Its signature art style and feudal Japanese setting set it apart from other fighters of its time.