# SAMURAI SHODOWN II > Action Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id660687537](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id660687537) ## Overview - **ID:** `id660687537` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** SNK CORPORATION - **Category:** Action - **Rating:** 2.80 / 5 (260 ratings) - **Version:** 1.2.1 - **Last updated:** 2022-04-19 - **First published:** 2013-06-27 - **Size:** 67 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-21 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samurai-shodown-ii/id660687537) - **Website:** [https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/](https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/guide/policy/](https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/guide/policy/) ## Description Spread the word and don't miss out on this unique opportunity to play "SAMURAI SHODOWN II" with your friends! SAMURAI SHODOWN II, the sword-based fighting game masterpiece has finally cut its way to iOS devices! Slash the powerful adversaries standing in your path, and put a stop to Mizuki Rashojin's evil ambitions! Features: The fan favourite installment in SNK's highly acclaimed series! The 2nd episode of the SAMURAI SHODOWN Series, is still beloved by fans of the series all across the world. Preserving the charm of the first game, its sequel brings the characters, world, and game system to the next level. An incredible cast of 15 charismatic master swordmens head to the battlefield in order to fulfill their destiny. Haohmaru, Nakoruru, Ukyo Tachibana, Hanzo Hattori, Jubei Yagyu, and the rest of the 11 original characters return. Genjuro Kibagami, Cham Cham, Neinhalt Sieger, and Nicotine Caffeine come into play to complete the cast as the newcomers! A new and expanded move list! Disarm your rivals by unleashing a Weapon Smash Attack! Forward Somersault, Backward Flip, Crouch, and even more moves have been added. A Weapon Smash can be performed when your Rage Gauge reaches its MAX! Finesse, or brute force? Let your hidden techniques express your fighting style! A perfect port of this NEOGEO classic, adding new features for an even better experience! In addition to the original 4 button arcade experience, a 6 button layout and SP button allow you to easily pull off strong slashes and special moves by simply using the Touch Screen! Challenge your friends via Wi-Fi! Dual with your friends in a match through Wi-Fi Multiplayer Mode! ## Rankings - #114,432 — Overall ## Review summary Fans praise Samurai Shodown II’s nostalgic arcade feel and faithful SNK-era graphics and sound, plus solid old-school fighting gameplay when controls cooperate. However, multiple reviews report painful issues that undermine the experience: on-screen touch controls that glitch or cover the screen, unreliable controller support (Bluetooth/MFi), frequent bugs, and slow/insufficient updates. Refund difficulties add to the frustration, making the purchase feel risky. If controls are fixed and compatibility is improved, the game could meet its classic-punch potential. ### Pros - Nostalgic, retro arcade feel that SNK fans praise. - Faithful graphics and sound that resemble the Neo Geo SNK original. - Solid old-school fighting gameplay when controls work. - Strong fan support and praise for the game as a top fighting title. ### Cons - On-screen touch controls are glitchy and often cover the entire screen, making play unplayable. - Controller support is broken or inconsistent across devices; Bluetooth/MFi controllers often don't work. - Bugs and stability issues (crashes, unwanted app behavior like opening Facebook, sound glitches) hinder gameplay. - Update cadence is insufficient; compatibility and controls issues persist across versions. - Refund difficulties and perceived poor value due to the game's broken state at purchase. ## Similar extensions and apps - [SAMURAI SHODOWN II ACA NEOGEO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1666777993) — 2.80 / 5 - [Samurai Shodown R](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1672195634) — 4.60 / 5 - [SAMURAI SHODOWN ACA NEOGEO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1601559757) — 4.60 / 5 - [SAMURAI SHODOWN V ACA NEOGEO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1616808166) — 5.00 / 5 - [SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1616812982) — 4.40 / 5 - [SAMURAI SHODOWN III ACA NEOGEO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1641038262) — 4.00 / 5 - [Samurai 2: Vengeance](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id392486160) — 4.80 / 5 - [Samurai Slash: Misha's Revenge](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6737193883) - [SAMURAI SHODOWN IV ACA NEOGEO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1591187593) — 4.20 / 5 - [Shadow Samurai 2: Fighting](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1181335726) — 2.90 / 5 - [Bushido Saga Samurai Nightmare](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1053899921) — 4.40 / 5 - [SAMURAI vs Samurai Classic](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1036388115) — 4.00 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id660687537)