DETAILS Format Audio CD Released 2 Nov 1994 Publisher Pony Canyon Product ID PCCB-00164 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 1 Weight (kg) 0.10

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Official 'Original Soundtrack' release for the arcade / Neo Geo version. Features the complete score and a 'Voice & S.E. Collection'. CD case, 57-track audio CD, 16-page b&w booklet, sticker, spine card.

DETAILS Format Neo Geo Released 2 Dec 1994 Publisher SNK Product ID NGH-063 Size (cm) 22 x 17 x 4 Weight (kg) 0.72

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And here it is - one of the Neo Geo's greatest highlights! A formidable game in every respect, and one of the cheapest games on the format. So there's really no excuse: if you own a Neo Geo, you simply MUST have this. Standard Neo Geo packaging, 202Mbit cartridge, 28-page monochrome booklet.

DETAILS Format Neo Geo CD Released 15 Dec 1994 Publisher SNK Product ID NGCD-063 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 1 Weight (kg) 0.10

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The Neo Geo CD version of Shin Samurai Spirits is just as much of a treat as the cartridge, and the remixed soundtrack adds a great deal to the atmosphere. A stunning game in every respect. 'Neo Geo' stamped CD case, Neo Geo CD CD-ROM disc, 28-page monochrome booklet, spine card.

DETAILS Format Audio CD Released 16 Dec 1994 Publisher Pony Canyon Product ID PCCB-00169 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 1 Weight (kg) 0.10

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Superb 'Arrange Soundtrack' from the 'Neo Sound Orchestra' team. Features 13 full-length remixed tracks inspired by the Neo Geo CD score. CD case, 13-track audio CD, 16-page B&W booklet, Nakoruru tape inlay, spine card.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 16 Dec 1994 Publisher Dempa Shinbunsha Product ID 18362-01 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.6 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.44

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First in a set of two 'All About' books from Studio Bent Stuff. Features detailed move galleries for every character (with and without weapon), in-depth game analysis, japanese and english in-game text list, over 40 pages of design sketches, all finished off by background stories for the entire cast. 272 pages (128 in colour), Japanese.

DETAILS Format Magazine / Book Released 24 Dec 1994 Publisher Shinseisha Product ID Gamest No.133 Size (cm) 25.7 x 21 x 0.7 (AB) Weight (kg) 0.40

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Dedicated 'Extra' issue of Gamest magazine, first of two 'mook' releases for Shin Samurai Spirits. Serves as a perfect introduction to SNK's masterpiece - it presents extensive profiles and illustrated move lists for every character along with gameplay hints and versus strategies, followed by a gallery of Samurai-related goods and merchandise. Nakoruru facecloth anyone? 128 pages (96 in colour), Japanese.

DETAILS Format Manga Released 30 Dec 1994 Publisher Shinseisha Product ID ISBN4-88199-142-6 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.26

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First of two 4-panel comedy collections for Shin Samurai Spirits, full of silly jokes, send-ups, spoofs and rampant stupidity. Part of the Gamest Comics collection. 120 pages (black & white), Japanese.

DETAILS Format VHS Released 20 Jan 1995 Publisher Shinseisha Product ID ISBN4-88199-158-2 Size (cm) 21 x 12.5 x 3 Weight (kg) 0.34

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Quality Gamest Video VHS release featuring 90 minutes of game footage; including gameplay introduction, CPU strategies, recommended combos and 2P versus battles from top players. White plastic video case, 90min NTSC VHS tape, 3-page b&w inlay.

DETAILS Format VHS Released 20 Jan 1995 Publisher Pony Canyon Product ID PCVP-11590 Size (cm) 21 x 12.5 x 3 Weight (kg) 0.30

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Official video from Pony Canyon. Presents a selection of 'vs 2P' and 'vs CPU' battles, TV commercials and an 'Omake' feature. White plastic video box, 90min NTSC VHS tape.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 1 Feb 1995 Publisher Dempa Shinbunsha Product ID 18362-02 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.7 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.50

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Second 'All About' guide book from Studio Bent Stuff. Full of bonus materials and articles on every aspect of the game, including: secret moves, Mizuki, Kuroko, win poses, vs CPU / vs human tactics, staff interviews, 37 pages of sheet music, and more. 320 pages (96 in colour), Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 13 Feb 1995 Publisher ASCII Product ID ISBN4-89366-327-5 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1.2 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.34

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SNK-endorsed 'Silver Style Strategic Advice Book' from the Famitsu editorial. Features beautifully presented chapters on gameplay, character bios & move lists, and an extensive b&w 'Data' section covering versus tactics, damage ratios and scenarios. Very nice indeed. 224 pages, 129 in colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 17 Feb 1995 Publisher Keibunsha Product ID no ISBN# Size (cm) 18.2 x 12.8 x 0.9 Weight (kg) 0.20

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High quality pocket-sized guide book from Keibunsha. Presents tons of art and screenshots illustrating the main gameplay, followed by detailed profiles for every character. A b&w section at the end covers in-depth strategies. 112 pages, 96 in colour.

DETAILS Format Magazine / Book Released 24 Feb 1995 Publisher Shinseisha Product ID GMC-4 Size (cm) 25.7 x 21 x 1.2 (AB) Weight (kg) 0.64

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Second 'mook' release from Gamest, a 'Complete Edition' released as a part of the Gamest Mook series. Adds all of the info they missed the first time around (secret supers, SD moves, Mizuki & Kuroko profiles etc.) and finishes off nicely with a bonus 11-page section of rough sketches and fan art. 232 pages (126 in colour), Japanese.

DETAILS Format Manga Released 10 May 1995 Publisher Shinseisha Product ID ISBN4-88199-167-1 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 1 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.28

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The Samurai Spirits cast reaches cult status, as this second 4-panel collection will attest. Full to the brim with send-ups, in-jokes and parodies. Part of the Gamest Comics collection. 120 pages (black & white), Japanese.

DETAILS Format PlayStation Released 26 Mar 1998 Publisher SNK Product ID SLPS-00647 Size (cm) 14.2 x 12.4 x 1 Weight (kg) 0.10

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'Sword Master's Teaching Pack' for PlayStation featuring the first 2 games of the series: - Samurai Spirits (1993) - Shin Samurai Spirits (1994) Truth be told the games really aren't emulated that well; but the game's relatively limited print run has seen it become one of the most valuable SNK releases on PS. CD case, PlayStation CD-ROM disc, colour booklet, spine card.

DETAILS Format Guide Book Released 10 Apr 1998 Publisher Keibunsha Product ID ISBN4-7669-2698-7 Size (cm) 21 x 14.8 x 0.8 (A5) Weight (kg) 0.26

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Complementary guide book for the PlayStation 'Sword Master's Pack'. Features excellent coverage of both: - Samurai Spirits (1993) - Shin Samurai Spirits (1994) Chapters include: game system, character bios, move lists, combos, screenshots, and a very healthy dose of official art. 128 pages, full colour, Japanese.

DETAILS Format PlayStation 2 Released 24 July 2008 Publisher SNK Playmore Product ID SLPS-25839 Size (cm) 19 x 13.5 x 1.5 Weight (kg) 0.17

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Superb 6-in-1 Samurai Spirits pack for the PS2, 12th and final release of the Neo Geo Online Collection. Features every 2D game of the series: - Samurai Spirits (1993) - Shin Samurai Spirits (1994) - Zankuro Musōken (1995) - Amakusa Kōrin (1996) - Samurai Spirits Zero (2003) - Samurai Spirits Tenka (2006) Each title is beautifully presented with interactive menus, galleries, move lists, music tests and practice modes. PS2 case, PlayStation 2 DVD-ROM disc, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format Wii Released 24 July 2008 Publisher SNK Playmore Product ID RVL-RSSJ-JPN Size (cm) 19 x 13.5 x 1.5 Weight (kg) 0.15

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The Wii also gets its share of classic Neo Geo samurai action: - Samurai Spirits (1993) - Shin Samurai Spirits (1994) - Zankuro Musōken (1995) - Amakusa Kōrin (1996) - Samurai Spirits Zero (2003) - Samurai Spirits Tenka (2006) Go for it blindfolded - every single game featured is a bona fide masterpiece. Standard Wii case, Wii optical disc, colour booklet.

DETAILS Format PlayStation 2 Released 18 June 2009 Publisher SNK Playmore Product ID SLPS-25934 Size (cm) 19 x 13.5 x 1.5 Weight (kg) 0.17

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Cut-price 'The Best' re-issue of the PS2 Samurai Spirits collection. Content remains identical: - Samurai Spirits (1993) - Shin Samurai Spirits (1994) - Zankuro Musōken (1995) - Amakusa Kōrin (1996) - Samurai Spirits Zero (2003) - Samurai Spirits Tenka (2006) PS2 case, PlayStation 2 DVD-ROM disc, colour booklet.