01 - Samurai Shodown RPG - Character Select and Story feat. @MysteriousJG
12Welcome to the first episode in our playthrough series of "Shinsetsu Samurai Spirits Bushidō Retsuden," ai interesting RPG that brings a fresh perspective to the Samurai Shodown universe. Released in 1997, this game weaves the tales of familiar Samurai Shodown fighters into an expansive RPG format, offering fans a deeper dive into the lore and lives of these iconic characters and was available on the Neo Geo CD, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn,
In this series, we're joined by my co-host and yours, MysteriousJG, bringing his lore knowledge and enthusiasm for this series along with him as we journey through the game's intricate storylines and unique battles. "Shinsetsu Samurai Spirits Bushidō Retsuden" stands out for its engaging blend of RPG mechanics and rich storytelling, and fighting game mechanics. The game follows the story of 6 of the fighters and follows the story of the first and second fighting game installments, and each character has their own unique starting scenario showing how they got to Edo where their stories converge.
In our opening episode, we'll be familiarizing ourselves with its characters, and learning a little about them . Whether you're a long-time fan of the Samurai Shodown series or new to the world of Japanese RPGs, this playthrough promises to be an interesting look at a game that was only recently translated into English by Jeff Nussbaum. Join us as we embark on this journey through "Samurai Shodown: Tales of the Bushido"!