Shin Samurai Spirits (SNK Neo Geo CD) *CIB - TESTED - NTSC-J IMPORT*
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Manufacturer description
Shin Samurai Spirits (SNK Neo Geo CD). Japan import. Region Code NTSC-J. Personally tested. 100% authentic. Manual: Good condition. Handling wear. Discoloration on rear cover.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored SNK Shin Samurai Spirits *CIB using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. SNK's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
| region | NTSC-J |
|---|---|
| also_known_as | Samurai Shodown II |
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