80
In the end it only seems fair to rate it the same as the Virtual Console version - as a solid fighting game in its own right - and leave it up to you, dear reader, to decide if the online play and minor technical compromises improve or tarnish an enjoyable core experience.
80
It’s the truth; you either love this game because it reminds you of Slurpee-fueled afternoons at the 7-11 near school, or you’re an incredibly knowledgeable fan of fighting games who wrote your 500 page dissertation on the subtle differences between SNK and Capcom games. You guys are cool, you’ll love it. But to the entry level fighting gamer, I can’t fully recommend it.
80
A great nostalgic release for Xbox Live Arcade. Diehard fans will appreciate the ability to take the game online and do battle against the masses, while others will just enjoy the ability to play a classic fighter on the 360, despite the terrible d-pad.
8
Personajes nuevos, imágenes completamente nuevas para personajes veteranos, todo bien excepto que las colisiones son casi igual de atroces que en el primero, recomendado solo en multijugador.
8
A solid and unique fighter. Based more on timing and psychology than crazy combos, SS2 comes froms a completely different angle. Fighters are interesting, combat is tense, and there is always room to mount a comeback. A must play for fighting game fans.
7
This Xbox 360 port is pretty decent. The game itself is great fun, but this is not an "Arcade Perfect" port. Graphically, it features a filter that isn't very attractive. And the only new feature is online matches. I would rate this with a 7.5 out of 10.
Samurai Shodown II
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Sep 10, 2008
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Mixed or Average
72
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Generally Favorable
7.8
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Truly a cult classic. [Issue#38, p.115]
80
Samurai Shodown is a great series, and as far as I'm concerned, SS2 is the best installment of the bunch. Between that and the game's online support, I'm well satisfied with this release. If you have fond memories of '90s arcades, I'd guess that you'll be satisfied, as well.
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Jan 9, 2025
8
Personajes nuevos, imágenes completamente nuevas para personajes veteranos, todo bien excepto que las colisiones son casi igual de atroces que en el primero, recomendado solo en multijugador.
Dec 29, 2023
8
A solid and unique fighter. Based more on timing and psychology than crazy combos, SS2 comes froms a completely different angle. Fighters are interesting, combat is tense, and there is always room to mount a comeback. A must play for fighting game fans.
80
It’s the truth; you either love this game because it reminds you of Slurpee-fueled afternoons at the 7-11 near school, or you’re an incredibly knowledgeable fan of fighting games who wrote your 500 page dissertation on the subtle differences between SNK and Capcom games. You guys are cool, you’ll love it. But to the entry level fighting gamer, I can’t fully recommend it.
75
But with a core game that stands strong, and Live matchups that are fairly smooth, Samurai Shodown II remains an enjoyable beatdown for fighting fans. [Dec 2008, p.93]
75
This version of Samurai Shodown II doesn't bring much new to the mix, but that won't matter for fans of the original. The classic's here in all its glory and occasional goofiness -- if you're outfitted for the experience, slice away.
60
There are other, better, games out there to play now and unless you’re that obsessed reliving the once great games of the past there’s no reason to look back.
49
The king of Neo Geo struggles to find its footing on XBLA. [Dec 2008, p.84]
Apr 8, 2023
7
This Xbox 360 port is pretty decent. The game itself is great fun, but this is not an "Arcade Perfect" port. Graphically, it features a filter that isn't very attractive. And the only new feature is online matches. I would rate this with a 7.5 out of 10.
Summary[Xbox Live Arcade] The classic fighting game Samurai Shodown II comes to Xbox Live Arcade in all its action-packed glory. Haohmaru is attacked by a sinister assailant. This would-be assassin has been clearly manipulated by an evil force, and promises with his last breath to own Haohmaru's soul. Haohmaru's mentor and fencing master insis... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
Platforms:
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 4
- Nintendo Switch
- PC
- Xbox 360
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Initial Release Date:Sep 10, 2008
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