The core gameplay remained relatively similar to '' Samurai Shodown V '' , but had all new graphics , this includes portraits done by artist Satoshi Ito , which convey a dark atmosphere similar to that of '' Samurai Shodown III '' .
The core gameplay remained relatively similar to '' Samurai Shodown V '' , but had all new graphics . 
 The updated visuals include portraits done by artist Satoshi Ito , which convey a dark atmosphere similar to that of '' Samurai Shodown III '' .