Samurai Western
Codes
Pause Menu Codes
While playing on any level, pause the game, and on the pause screen, hold down applicable L and R buttons and fairly quickly tap the code on the D-pad with those buttons depressed. First, hold down the L1 or L2 input, then, while still holding it down, add the R1 or R2. If you just hit the two buttons at once and hold them down, the codes don't always seem to be read properly.
A sound effect will notify you that when you un-pause the game, it will be with the desired effect. If there is no sound, release the buttons and try again with the game still paused.
These codes work for both the North American and Japanese releases of this game.
| Code | Effect |
|---|---|
| Hold L2+R2 & press right, down, left, up | Enemy's shots faster on current level |
| Hold L1+R1 & press right, down, left, up | Full health gauge replenishment |
| Hold L1+R1 & press left, down, right, up | Full Master Mode gauge replenishment |
| Hold L2+R2 & press down, up, right, left, down, up | Health gauge depletes to 1 point |
| Hold L2+R2 & press right, left, right, left, down, down | Master Mode gauge depletes to 1 point |
Contributed By: ThePatrick.
Unlockables
Difficulty Levels
| Unlockable | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Hard Mode | Clear Stages 1-16 on Normal |
| Insane Mode | Clear Stages 1-16 on Hard |
| Survival Mode | Clear Stages 1-16 on Normal |
Contributed By: Pang Tong.
Unlock 'Extra' Stages
You can unlock five 'Extra' stages by ONE of two methods for each stage.
| Unlockable | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 10' | Complete Stages 1-15 on Normal at Level +40 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 10' | Complete all the Custom Rules for Stage 10 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 13' | Complete Stages 1-15 on Normal at Level +50 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 13' | Complete all the Custom Rules for Stage 13 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 16' | Complete all the Custom Rules for Stage 16 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 16' | Complete Stages 1-15 on Normal at Level +60 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 6' | Complete Stages 1-15 on Normal at Level +20 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 6' | Complete all the Custom Rules for Stage 6 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 9' | Complete Stages 1-15 on Normal at Level +30 |
| Unlock 'Extra Stage 9' | Complete all the Custom Rules for Stage 9 |
Contributed By: red soul.
Unlockable Accessories
| Unlockable | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Afro | Reach XP Level 10 |
| Angel Wings | Reach XP Level 70 |
| Bad Guy Hat | Set high score on Stage 2-Normal |
| Badguy Boots L | Set high score on Stage 11-Normal |
| Badguy Boots R | Set high score on Stage 10-Normal |
| Bandana | Set high score on Stage 5-Normal |
| Boxing Belt | Set high score on Stage 4-Hard |
| Boxing Glove L | Set high score on Stage 14-Hard |
| Boxing Glove R | Set high score on Stage 13-Hard |
| Carnival Mask | Reach XP Level 12 |
| Cat Ears | Set high score on Stage 2-Hard |
| Cat Paw L | Set high score on Stage 7-Hard |
| Cat Paw R | Set high score on Stage 6-Hard |
| Cat Tail | Set high score on Stage 12-Hard |
| Chainsaw | Reach XP Level 60 |
| Chimney | Set high score on Stage 16-Hard |
| Coffin | Reach XP Level 32 |
| Cowboy Boot R | Set high score on Stage 8-Normal |
| Cowboy Boots L | Set high score on Stage 9-Normal |
| Cowboy Hat | Set high score on Stage 1-Normal |
| Demon Horns | Set high score on Stage 1-Hard |
| Demon Mask | Reach XP Level 23 |
| Demon Tail | Set high score on Stage 15-Hard |
| Demon Wings | Set high score on Stage 5-Hard |
| Eyepatch | Reach XP Level 40 |
| Flower | Reach XP Level 50 |
| Fox Mask | Reach XP Level 16 |
| Gas Mask | Reach XP Level 83 |
| Good Guy Hat | Set high score on Stage 3-Normal |
| Goodguy Boots L | Set high score on Stage 13-Normal |
| Goodguy Boots R | Set high score on Stage 12-Normal |
| Guitar | Set high score on Stage 6-Normal |
| Halo | Reach XP Level 80 |
| Hawk | Reach XP Level 36 |
| Headband | Reach XP Level 38 |
| Hockey Mask | Reach XP Level 53 |
| Hopsy Paw L | Set high score on Stage 10-Hard |
| Hopsy Paw R | Set high score on Stage 9-Hard |
| Knight Armor | Set high score on Stage Extra 6-Normal |
| Knight Leg L | Set high score on Stage Extra 10-Normal |
| Knight Leg R | Set high score on Stage Extra 9-Normal |
| Knight Shoulder L | Set high score on Stage Extra 16-Normal |
| Knight Shoulder R | Set high score on Stage Extra 13-Normal |
| Lasso | Set high score on Stage 4-Normal |
| Locomotive | Set high score on Stage 11-Hard |
| Lute | Reach XP Level 21 |
| Modern Weapon | Reach XP Level 44 |
| Monkey | Reach XP Level 34 |
| Mr. Hopsy | Set high score on Stage 3-Hard |
| Noh Mask | Reach XP Level 48 |
| NV Goggles | Reach XP Level 99 |
| Parrot | Reach XP Level 28 |
| Pirate Cape | Reach XP Level 42 |
| Pirate Hat | Reach XP Level 41 |
| Samurai Armor | Set high score on Stage Extra 6-Hard |
| Samurai Helm | Set high score on Stage 16-Normal |
| Samurai Leg L | Set high score on Stage Extra 10-Hard |
| Samurai Leg R | Set high score on Stage Extra 9-Hard |
| Samurai Shoulder L | Set high score on Stage Extra 16-Hard |
| Samurai Shoulder R | Set high score on Stage Extra 13-Hard |
| Shades | Reach XP Level 46 |
| Sherriff Badge | Set high score on Stage 7-Normal |
| Showy Boots L | Set high score on Stage 15-Normal |
| Showy Boots R | Set high score on Stage 14-Normal |
| Spectacles | Reach XP Level 14 |
| Steam Engine | Set high score on Stage 8-Hard |
| Straw Basket | Reach XP Level 90 |
| Tengu Mask | Reach XP Level 19 |
| Throwing Star | Reach XP Level 30 |
| Umbrella | Reach XP Level 26 |
Contributed By: Shiroiame.
Unlockable Characters
You need to be playing on Hard for the Wanted Poster containing the character to appear. You need a one-handed sword that allows the double-jump as well.
| Unlockable | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Anne | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 10 |
| Bart | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 6 |
| Brat | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 10 |
| Characters from "Way of the Samurai" and "Way of the Samurai 2." | Clear ALL Stages on Insane Mode. This includes the Extra Stages. |
| Claudia | Collect the Wanted Poster on Extra Stage 13 |
| Cow Girl | Complete 6 Levels of Survival Mode and defeat her. Quit the game, do not return to Equipment Screen, and she will be unlocked. |
| Donald | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 11 |
| Eve | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 3 |
| Faceless | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 13 |
| Faceless Boss | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 8 |
| General | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 7 |
| Goldberg | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 16 |
| Goldberg (Alternate Costume) | Collect the Wanted Poster on Extra Stage 6 |
| Harvey | Collect the Wanted Poster on Extra Stage 13 |
| Jean | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 12 |
| Joey | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 9 |
| Killer | Collect the Wanted Poster on Extra Stage 9 |
| Lanky | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 14 |
| Little Baby | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 5 |
| Nathan | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 9 |
| Oaf | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 2 |
| Ralph | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 16 |
| Rando | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 15 |
| Ripper | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 1 |
| Sweetheart | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 16 (Normal Difficulty) |
| Urchin | Collect the Wanted Poster on Extra Stage 16 (Normal Difficulty) |
| Vile | Collect the Wanted Poster on Stage 4 |
Contributed By: Pang Tong and The Whyte Fox.
Unlockable Weapons
| Unlockable | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Akitsu | Reach Experience Lv. 35 |
| Amatsuyu | Reach Experience Lv. 10 |
| Daihan Nya | Reach Experience Lv. 7 |
| Gekokujo | Reach Experience Level 31 |
| Hadarayuki | Reach Experience Lv. 39 |
| Hyakka Ryoran | Reach Experience Lv. 43 |
| Hyakki Yako | Reach Experience Lv. 27 |
| Jumangoku | Complete Extra Stage 16 on Hard Difficulty |
| Makiwari | Reach Experience Lv. 3 |
| Metsu Ryuto | Reach Experience Lv. 59 |
| Murasame | Complete Extra Stage 9 on Hard |
| Nodachi | Reach Experience Lv. 5 |
| Oni Dankon | Complete Stage 16 on Normal Difficulty |
| Scissor61 | Set a high score on all levels on Hard |
| Scythe | Complete Extra Stage 6 on Hard Difficulty |
| Shibuki | Reach Experience Lv. 13 |
| Shinbutsu-Goshirae | Complete all custom rules on all stages, including extra stages, on Normal and Hard difficulties |
| Sobusho | Reach Experience Lv. 75 |
| Takefuji | Complete Extra Stage 10 on Hard Difficulty |
| Trident | Reach Experience Lv. 67 |
| Un'en | Complete Extra Stage 13 on Hard Difficulty |
Contributed By: Pang Tong, Dmndrgn, The Whyte Fox, and worldeater65.
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