SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
Released Jun 2019
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game such as training mode, online matches, etc.
90% positive · 558 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Steam $1.49 $9.99 −85%
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Evaluation
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL is a Steam port of a 2004 NeoGeo arcade game, released on June 18, 2019. The store description presents it as a complete, faithful conversion of the original game — no post-launch content was ever announced or implied. There are no DLC listings, no roadmap, no season pass, and no developer communications suggesting additional content was planned beyond the base release. The game launched as a finished, self-contained product and has remained so. Anyone waiting for all content would have found the game complete on its release date.
Evidence
Store description presents the game as a complete port of the 2004 NeoGeo original, listing all features (characters, modes, online multiplayer) as already included with no mention of future additions.
Short description confirms this is a direct Steam release of the original 2004 game with no indication of planned post-launch content.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
SNK CORPORATION
Achievements
18
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP · Local/Split Screen
About this game
The last SAMURAI SHODOWN for the NEOGEO makes it to Steam!
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game like training mode, online matches, and a plethora of adjustable settings! Challenge your friends to a game of life or death today by playing SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, now on Steam!
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Game Features
■A duel to the death! OverKill Moves!
The most iconic addition to this entry in the series is the inclusion of character specific “Overkill Moves”, which can be used to finish off an opponent with style. This version features the uncensored graphics and effects from the original MVS version.
■Over 28 unique playable characters!
The game features a robust cast of 28 characters, including previous boss characters in the series such as Gaoh, Amakusa, Mizuki, and Zakuro. Plenty of fan favorites in the series see their return as well!
■Art Gallery and Custom Menu BGM!
A variety of art and illustrations can be unlocked by fulfilling specific conditions in-game. Also you can select your favorite SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL tracks as the menu music.
■Online Multiplayer Mode
Cross swords with players from around the world! Check out the Leaderboard to see who’s at the very top!
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game like training mode, online matches, and a plethora of adjustable settings! Challenge your friends to a game of life or death today by playing SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, now on Steam!
DISCORD
For the latest in SNK news and community events, drop by our official Discord channel!
Game Features
■A duel to the death! OverKill Moves!
The most iconic addition to this entry in the series is the inclusion of character specific “Overkill Moves”, which can be used to finish off an opponent with style. This version features the uncensored graphics and effects from the original MVS version.
■Over 28 unique playable characters!
The game features a robust cast of 28 characters, including previous boss characters in the series such as Gaoh, Amakusa, Mizuki, and Zakuro. Plenty of fan favorites in the series see their return as well!
■Art Gallery and Custom Menu BGM!
A variety of art and illustrations can be unlocked by fulfilling specific conditions in-game. Also you can select your favorite SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL tracks as the menu music.
■Online Multiplayer Mode
Cross swords with players from around the world! Check out the Leaderboard to see who’s at the very top!
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Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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