Samurai Aces Switch NSP Latest 2026 (eShop) [UPDATE]
About This Game
Samurai Aces is a classic vertically scrolling shoot-’em-up originally created by Psikyo and released in arcades in 1993. The Nintendo Switch version brings the arcade classic to modern hardware, featuring pixel-art visuals, fast-paced shooting, multiple playable characters, and local multiplayer. The Switch release was published by City Connection and produced by Zerodiv Inc.
Story
The game is set during Japan’s Sengoku period, where six samurai warriors are assembled to fight a mysterious threat from the skies. The adventure has a deliberately unusual arcade style, featuring characters and enemies including a female ninja, Buddhist priest, strange creatures, and other humorous designs.
Gameplay
Samurai Aces is a fast-paced vertical shooter where players choose from different characters and fight through enemy-filled stages. The game emphasizes quick reactions, shooting, avoiding enemy attacks, and defeating challenging bosses. The Nintendo Switch version supports 1–2 players on the same system, along with TV, Tabletop, and Handheld modes.
Game Information
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Title: | Samurai Aces |
| Release Date: | February 15, 2018 |
| Category: | Arcade, Action, Shooter |
| Publisher: | City Connection |
| Developer: | Psikyo / Zerodiv Inc. |
| Type: | Single-Player / Local 2-Player |
| Format: | Nintendo Switch Digital |
| Title ID: | 70010000006024 |
| Title Size: | 64 MB |
| Language: | Japanese, English |
