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A fighting tournament game where your objective is to be the last fighter standing

A fighting tournament game where your objective is to be the last fighter standing

Vote: (20 votes)

Program license: Paid

Developer: SNK CORPORATION

Version: 1.5

Works under: Android

Vote:

Program license

(20 votes)

Paid

Developer

Version

SNK CORPORATION

1.5

Works under:

Android

Pros

  • 35 different characters to choose from
  • Multiple play modes
  • Part of one of the world's first and most successful fighting franchises

Cons

  • Older pixel-style graphics
  • Limited music tracks
  • Completitive play is limited to bluetooth rather than online matches

The King of Fighters '97 brings one of the all-time greatest fighting series to mobile platforms. Players can select from among 35 different fighters from SNK's classic lineup. The character roster contains all of the favorites from the original neo-geo release of The King of Fighters '97. However, this mobile version also adds all of the unlockable characters right from the start. This provides players with the ability to choose any of their favorites without any need to use codes, achievements, or key combinations.

Players will quickly realize that those characters aren't just for show. All the characters come with their own unique fighting style. Many of these styles are even based on real-world techniques. But make no mistake, there's more to The King of Fighters '97 characters than just their move sets. The franchise's long history is in full effect when working with different character combinations. Every character has affinities with each other. Match characters by their affinity within a team and they'll express different pre-match interactions. All of this is courtesy of the game's new Affinity System.

This version of The King of Fighters '97 also adds some extra variety to the mix. Users can choose between two additional styles of play. The advanced mode is available for those who prefer to rush into a fight. Power gauge stocking will allow players to get into MAX mode faster than ever before. The Affinity System also provides some extra power in advanced mode. If a team's affinity is high enough then members might get extra power added to their gauge. This isn't just during an active round either. Characters might see that bonus even if they've lost a round.

Players who want to give the extra mode a try are in for an exciting exploration of evasive techniques. Players are typically rushed by opponents and need to evade as carefully as possible. But when the health bar starts blinking red it'll be time for the hunted to become the hunter. The blinking bar signals the full availability of desperation moves.

Of course, controls are one of the most important parts of a fighting game. The King of Fighters '97 brings some impressive options to help players configure their perfect gaming experience. The original neo-geo release of The King of Fighters '97 only used four buttons. But this new and enhanced edition gives players the option to use a full six-button setup. Though players who like the original layout can still use the four-button control scheme.

Either button setup can be used in one of two ways. Players can use the standard touchscreen controls. However, they can also link the game up with a Bluetooth gamepad. Bluetooth isn't just for controllers either. A Bluetooth connection can be used to link the game up with friends. This will enable a head-to-head match between the two players.

Pros

  • 35 different characters to choose from
  • Multiple play modes
  • Part of one of the world's first and most successful fighting franchises

Cons

  • Older pixel-style graphics
  • Limited music tracks
  • Completitive play is limited to bluetooth rather than online matches