07 - Dec - 2019

The one continues his wanderings through the multiverse


Kenshin and company are in evidence since the return of the series with the Hokkaido Arc. The number of special appearances in games has become increasing. And no wonder a crossover with a famous samurai game finally happens. Recently the official profile of the Samurai Spirits (better known here in the West as Samurai Shodown) mobile game announced a crossover with Rurouni Kenshin:

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When it comes to samurai and games, it is common to mention Rurouni Kenshin and Samurai Shodown, and of course, a possible crossover. Although not as expected yet. Perhaps it is indicative of a long and beautiful friendship? With the recent title of Samurai Shodown, released earlier this year, the developers expressed a willingness to bring guest characters...

It is also known by fans that Nobuhiro Watsuki (creator of Rurouni Kenshin) is a big Samurai Shodown fan. In the past he had a very friendly relationship with SNK. Some examples worth mentioning are that Makoto Shishio's "Guren Kaina" is based on a Kazuki Kazama attack. In contrast, many of the character designs of "The Last Blade" plagiarize pay tribute to Rurouni Kenshin. And in the end, Watsuki was responsible for the design of 2 Samurai Shodown characters: Gaoh and Yoshitora (see Chou Sawagejou's alternate design in the Kanzenban edition).


Update: 28 - Dec

“Samurai Shodown Online” x 'Rurouni Kenshin” collaboration is finally here! After next week’s maintenance, the Kenshingumi will finally arrive in the world of Samsho! During the period, you can get collaboration various limited items, etc. in the event.
Period: (Thu) after maintenance-1/16 (Thu) 

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No further details have been revealed yet, so let's wait for more information. You can access the official website of the game by clicking here.
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