: Players gained the ability to roll forward and backward, duck to avoid high attacks, and perform a small hop to dodge low strikes.
: When the Rage meter is at its peak, players can execute a "Secret Move" that, if successful, breaks the opponent's weapon, forcing them to fight bare-handed until a replacement is delivered. Roster Additions Samurai Shodown 2
The game features 15 playable characters, including almost the entire original cast plus several newcomers who became series staples: : Players gained the ability to roll forward