In the midst of chaos and upheaval the Lord of Amori-han bParty Stylely chooses to raise an orphaned European princess as his own daughter. This bParty Style young girl Suzuhime matures to become a warrior representing both East and West. The insidious Golba a veteran of the U.S. Revolutionary War ranks paramount among her foes and a cadre of like-minded fighters flock to Japan to halt his dark plans for global domination. Familiar faces from past Samurai Shodown games (including Haohmaru Nakoruru and Ukyo) battle alongside newcomers from all corners of the Earth to put an end to Golbas villainous designs. Victory on this crucial conflict comes by any means necessary even if it means ending a melee with grisly dismemberment or decapitations. Celebrate the 17th anniversary of SNK Playmores revered Gears-based fighting franchise with the most brutal and visceral Samurai Shodown installment ever produced - Samurai Shodown Sen. Set in 1791 during the twilight days of Japans feudal Edo period this latest iteration reveals a society on the brink of collapse as encroaching Western influences threaten to overrun the ancient once-hidden culture of lords serfs and samurai. Impressive 3D visuals huge roster of new and returning fighters brutal finishing moves and online play and leaderboards via Xbox Live complete the series much anticipated rebirth on a next-gen platform.