SNK Playmore revealed the latest footage for The King of Fighters XIV at the PlayStation Experience, and we got a glimpse of the latest character to join the roster with Kula Ice Doll Diamond, King, Angel, Ralf, and Billy Kane.
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Over at the PlayStation Blog, SNK Playmore shared new details:
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For our latest installment and true successor to the main (numbered) series, the game visuals have evolved into 3D graphics, however rest assured that The King of Fighters XIV keeps the classic 2D gameplay and three-on-three team battle game system.
Furthermore, various new multiplayer online modes such as the exciting Party Battle mode will be featured. The first chapter of a brand new King of Fighters saga, which welcomes a plethora of returning characters as well as newcomers, now begins! Here are some of the main details regarding The King of Fighters XIV
A huge character roster of 50 fighters!
In addition to numerous popular, returning King of Fighters characters, many new characters involved in the storyline will enter the ring for the first time!
King of Fighters traditional three-on-three team battle game system is back!
The player selects their favorite three fighters from the games huge character roster, fighting via King of Fighterss traditional game system.
A brand new fighting game experience, Party Battle Mode!
Get ready to duke it out with as many as six people (three players on each team) in VS Online Party Battle. Feel the heat of an authentic fighting game tournament experience via PSN!
A Brand New King of Fighters Saga!
The King of Fighters series storyline has been continuing over the Orochi, Nests, and Ash story arcs. King of Fighters rich story has not finished, and returns in a brand new exciting arc.
The King of Fighters XIV will release in 2016 for PlayStation 4.
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SNK Playmore recently got to show off some of the latest characters for The King of Fighters XIV during PlayStation Experience last week, and battle director Yasuyuki Oda had more to share about the roster in an interview with Famitsu.
Famitsu asks about the 50 characters, which started with Kyo and Iori, followed by several popular characters. They ask if it’ll keep trending this way for the character revealed.
“We’ve selected these characters after having examined things such as ‘if we put in this character, then it’d make everyone happy,’ and such,” explains Oda.
That said,he’s asked if that means all 50 characters have already been decided.
“Yes, we’ve already decided on them,” responds Oda.
Next, Famitsu asks if he can share something like a ratio between preexisting and new characters for The King of Fighters XIV.
“I can’t say much on that, but it’s safe to assume ‘since there are 50 characters, then perhaps a character who was popular will appear in it’,” says Oda with a laugh.
On the subject of new characters, Famitsu asks if they’ll have some kind of elements or features that the preexisting characters from the series don’t already have.
“Hmm, yes. When making new characters, we think ‘make completely new elements’ and ‘it’s necessary to challenge’,” answers Oda. “Such experiences are necessary for a developer, and I believe that it’s wrong to not do that.”
He then explains that back in the Neo Geo days, there was a time when The King of Fighters were releasing on a yearly basis, so they weren’t always able to do things the way they wanted due to not having enough time; however, now that they have plenty of time, they’re able to put in the extra effort into the new characters.
Famitsu says that it sounds like a lot of trouble to make adjustments on all 50 characters to make it on time for release next year, and asks if all 50 of them will actually be playable at launch, with that in consideration.
“That’ll be fine. All 50 characters will be playable at launch,” says Oda. “There will be numerous characters at launch, and we don’t plan on just adding more bits at a time, so please be sure to properly jot that down [laughs]. It wouldn’t be a KoF game with a small number of characters, after all.”
Finally, Famitsu mentions that it’s the norm for fighters these days to add more characters through updates, so having 50 right off the bat should make quite an impact. Oda says that the “50 characters at launch” is their current selling point.
Famitsu asks if there’s a chance that we may see additional characters after launch.
“That will have to wait until we see how the 50 character do after launch, so it has yet to be decided,” says Oda.
As for whether The King of Fighters XIV will become its own series with newer versions or whether they’ll go to The King of Fighter XV, Oda says he’s still uncertain, but up until now the stories in the series have been told through three titles each, and he can just say that XIV will mark the beginning of a new chapter.
The King of Fighters will release in 2016 for PlayStation 4.
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Chinese publishers 37Games announced today that The King of Fighters anime adaptation and live-action TV drama is in the works. [Thanks, Hachima.]
According to company founder Li Yi Fei, the live-action TV drama and anime will start out in Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and other parts of Asia, with plans for a release in North America.
He also said that the live-action TV show isn’t easy, as they’ll need to make it into something that is acceptable for the existing fans, but they’re working on getting it broadcasted on TV soon.
[Top image from The King of Fighters XIV.]
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SNK Playmore releases fifth teaser trailer.
SNK Playmore has released the fifth teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV, confirming fighters K, Benimaru Nikaido, and Robert Garcia.
The fighting game is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
Watch the trailer below.
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Is the King of Dinosaurs a human or beast?
SNK Playmore has taken to the PlayStation Blog to reveal four new fighters and two new stages set to appear in The King of Fighters XIV.
Get the details below.
■ New CharacterThe King of Fighters XIV will feature 50 fighters when it launches exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
King of Dinosaurs
An evil and mysterious heel (a.k.a. a rudo in lucha libre) wrestler who wears a tyrannosaurus mask appears! Is he about to devour all the veteran fighters? Human or beast? Who hides behind the mask?!
■ Returning Characters
Maxima
The mechanized body returns to battle! Powerful enough to be a huge Guard Point, he is a true marvel of NESTS Technology!
Clark Still
After a bit of a diet, this Ikari Warrior returns to the ring as well. Could it have been thanks to Heiderns Boot Camp? Mastering a variety of grappling moves, Clark is back and ready to break some backs.
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Terry Bogard
Get in the Ring! The original Hungry Wolf and favorite of Fatal Fury fans cant be missed!
■ New Stages
Guanajuato Dynamite Ring
A special ring set in the townscape of a historical Mexican city. Its design has been inspired by the beautiful and festive city of Guanajuato.
Derelict Church
The morning mist and sunbeams glaring through the churchs windows complement this stage, which has been inspired by the atmosphere of K and his allies.
Watch a new trailer below.
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Seventh teaser trailer released.
SNK Playmore has released the seventh teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV, confirming fighters Chin Gentsai, Choi Bounge, and Fatal Furys Tung Fu Rue as playable characters.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
Watch the trailer below.
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SNK Playmore confirms three more fighters.
SNK Playmore has released the eighth teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV confirming new fighter Sylvie Paula Paula, a mysterious little girl with electromagnetic powers, and returning fighters Kim and Vice.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
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Ninth teaser trailer released.
SNK Playmore has released the ninth teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV confirming new fighters Nelson and Luong, as well as returning fighter Athena Asamiya.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
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From Fatal Fury and the Art of Fighting, respectively.
SNK Playmore has released the tenth teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV confirming fighters Geese Howard, SNKs most famous boss character since the beginning of the Fatal Fury Series, and Ryo Sazaki, the hero and karate master from the Art of Fighting trilogy.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
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11th teaser trailer released.
SNK Playmore has released the 11th teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV confirming new fighter Kukri, a mysterious combatant enshrouded in mystery, and Mui Mui, a kung fu expert originated from a SNK’s pachislot series.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
Watch the trailer below.
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SNK Playmore-developed fighter due out in 2016.
Atlus U.S.A. will publish SNK Playmore’s The King of Fighters XIV for PlayStation 4 in North America in 2016, the company announced.
The King of Fighters XIV uses the series’ traditional three-versus-three battle system and features an expansive roster of 50 characters, all of whom are available in-game at launch. It is the series’ first entry that uses 3D graphics, and the game’s fighting engine has been meticulously refined to be more streamlined and approachable for newcomers.
There are also improvements made to the “Combo” and “MAX Mode” game mechanics, and the “RUSH” feature, which adds simplified combo inputs for novices. The game also offers a “Party Battle” feature which pits two teams of three human players against each other in cooperative online team battles. A new Training Mode will let beginners and experienced players connect for tutoring.
Here’s a full rundown of the game’s features, via Atlus:If you missed it, catch the game’s latest teaser trailer (and character reveal) here.
- 3D Evolution: All 50 fighters, movesets and more are rendered in full 3D graphics that preserves the essence of King of Fighters‘s visual style but updates it with a whole new dimension.
- The Best Refinement since The King of Fighters ’98: Through extensive playtesting and balancing, the controls have been streamlined, and the Combo and Max Mode mechanics have been overhauled to create the most competitive fighter in SNK’s history.
- The The King of Fighters Saga Continues: There’s a robust single-player storyline where several years have passed since the previous The King of Fighters tournament. Now a worldwide business, the global The King of Fighters will decide who is the strongest as both individuals and companies with their own ambitions have come to compete. Players compete against CPU-controlled opponents to unlock the storyline.
- The Best Roster Yet: There are 50 fighters total, with 31 returning from previous entries into the The King of Fighters series, and 19 brand new characters. All 50 characters will be available at the game’s launch.
- Revamped Online Experience: The King of Fighters XIV has devoted a lot of development time to improving the game’s netcode for vastly improved online gameplay. The King of Fighters XIV uses the PS4’s online architecture to have a whole host of online conveniences, from spectating to saving replay/battle data, and having a single online The King of Fighters XIV profile to connect with friends.
Visit Atlus’ official The King of Fighters XIV website here.
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Watch the 12th teaser trailer.
SNK Playmore has released the 12th teaser trailer for The King of Fighters XIV confirming Banderas Hattori, a new character keen on ninjas, and Mai Shiranui, SNK’s most emblematic and popular female character.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out exclusively for PlayStation 4 in 2016.
Watch the trailer below.
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SNK PlayMore has updated their Twitter with a few screenshots from their upcoming 3D fighter The King of Fighters XIV.
The screenshots show off Mai Shiranui as she taunts opponents. Additionally, we see other characters players will get to fight as.
King of Fighters XIV is coming to PlayStation 4 in 2016.
New trailers released.
The King of Fighters XIV will launch for PlayStation 4 on August 23 in the Americas and August 25 in Japan for 7,200 yen (plus tax), developer SNK Playmore announced.
Pre-orders will include the “Classic Kyo” costume for Kyo Kusanagi, which is his costume from The King of Fighters Orochi saga (The King of Fighters ’94 – The King of Fighters ’98). In Japan, first-print copies of the retail version will also include a premium art book.
Here’s a list of the game’s features, via its official website:■ Brand New! The King of Fighters Evolves to the Next Generation…Find a list of the game’s 50 fighters here.
The King of Fighters series has enjoyed huge success across the globe since its birth in 1994.
The latest installment and true successor to the main (numbered) series, has finally been revealed! Game visuals have evolved into 3D graphics, however The King of Fighters XIV keeps the classic 2D gameplay and “3-on-3 Team Battle” game system. Furthermore, various new multiplayer online modes such as “Party Battle” are featured!
50 Playable Characters
5o playable characters get ready to and burn to fight!
■ Story
New Chapter
A Brand New King of Fighters Saga!
The King of Fighters series’ storyline has been continuing over the Orochi, Nests, and Ash story arcs. The King of Fighters‘ rich story has NOT finished, and returns in a brand new exciting arc with The King of Fighters XIV!
■ System
3-on-3
The King of Fighters’s traditional game system is back!
Select your favorite 3 fighters from the game’s gorgeous character roster, and fight to victory via The King of Fighters‘s traditional and most praised “3-on-3 Team Battle” game system!
Climax Cancel
Ultimate combos!
The combination system has evolved in The King of Fighters XIV, allowing players to strike up to three Super Special Moves in the same combination for astonishing damage!
New MAX Mode
A refined MAX Mode!
The King of Fighters series’ emblematic MAX Mode returns in The King of Fighters XIV with significant improvements! Activating the MAX Mode gives access to EX Special Moves for unlimited combo and damage possibilities!
Rush
A new feature that can be enjoyed even by newbies.
The newly introduced “Rush” feature allows even novice players to perform combos by mashing the square button!
■ Mode
Game Mode
A plethora of game modes!
The King of Fighters XIV features a large variety of game modes such as Story Mode, VS Mode, and a Gallery Mode for the best King of Fighters experience ever.
■ Online
Party Battle
A new fighting game experience.
Duke it out with as many as six people (three players on each team) in VS Online “Party Battle”! Feel the heat of an authentic fighting game tournament experience via PlayStation Network!
Online Training
Learn techniques from the best players!
Low experienced players can learn how to become stronger with master players via the “Online Training” feature! Both players can communicate with each other with the common goal of strenghtening the disciple!
Communication
Various communication possibilities!
The King of Fighters XIV will make full of PlayStation 4 ‘s online functions such as the “Online Profile” and “Comment” features in order to foster player communication and communities!
Watch a new set of trailers below.
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“Classic Kyo” Costume
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Trophies now available for viewing.
The King of Fighters 2000 will launch for PlayStation 4 as a PS2 emulation title in North America on May 3, the latest PlayStation Blogcast reveals.
The seventh installment in The King of Fighters series, the fighting game features 35 playable characters. Trophies appeared online earlier this week.
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King of Fighters XIV will release for the PlayStation 4 this summer, yet some have expressed their worry regarding the way the game appears to play, noting that it appears markedly slower than previous installations in the series. Despite this, many who have played the game insist there is nothing wrong with the speed. [Thanks, Shoryuken.]
To prove which side of this debate is actually correct, YouTube user Orpheus Santos has created a comparison video by taking pieces of gameplay from KOFXIV and then recreating the same situations in King of Fighters 2002 and King of Fighters XIII, as well as the KOF fangame King of Fighters WING.
Interestingly, the results of the comparison show that King of Fighters XIVs gameplay is just as fast as previous games, excluding the additional cinematic starter animation for some combos.
To get a look at the similarities for yourself, you can check out the comparison footage below.
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King of Fighters XIV is scheduled to release for the PlayStation 4 on August 23rd in North America and August 25th in Japan.
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Kyo Kusanagi, Benimaru Nikaido, and Goro Daimon.
SNK has released the first in a series of Team Gameplay trailers for The King of Fighters XIV . This one introduces the Japan Team.
Here are details about each character:
The King of Fighters XIV is due out for PlayStation 4 in North America on August 23 and in Japan on August 25.
- Kyo Kusanagi Kyo Kusanagi is the legitimate heir of the ancestral arts of the Kusanagi clan. Despite his seemingly rude and arrogant demenanor, he has innate gifts for fighting, and can reduce any of his opponents into ashes via his pyrotechnic skills. Iori Yagami is his eternal enemy.
- Benimaru Nikaido Born of American and Japanese parents, Benimaru is a young son of a multi-millionaire family. This genius fighter specializes in shooting and electricity-based techniques. Benimaru is also Kyos best friend and friendly rival.
- Goro Daimon Former gold medalist in judo at the Olympic Games, Goro decided one day to improve his discipline by adding new techniques such as tremendous earthquakes. He later joined Kyo and Benimaru to participate in the KOF Tournament. Goro always seems to have a very serious expression, but he is a hard-worker.
Watch the trailer below.
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Iori Yagami, Mature, and Vice.
SNK has released the second in its series of Team Gameplay trailers for The King of Fighters XIV . This one introduces the Yagami Team.
Here are details about each character:
The King of Fighters XIV is due out for PlayStation 4 in North America on August 23 and in Japan on August 25.
- Iori Yagami Iori is the last descendant of the Yagami clan, an ancient family linked to the Three Sacred Treasures. Iori fights the enemies on his way via his sharp claws and purple flames. Since a blood pact concluded with Orochi, he sometimes enters a state of Riot of the Blood madness. The Kusanagi and Yagami clans have been fighting each other for more than 660 years.
- Mature Mature was once one of the 8 members of the Hakkeshu brotherhood, who were plotting for the resurrection of the Orochi divinity. Mature fights with fluid and very quick movements, and lacerates her enemies with the sharp edge of her hands. In contrast to Vice, Mature is a cold-hearted realist.
- Vice FVice was once one of the eight members of the Orochi clan, which lurked in the shadows in order to revive the eponymous divinity. Despite her frail stature, the very violent and cruel Vice possesses superhuman strusth and excels in grappling moves, body slams, and shoulder charges. She shows interest in Iori whose Orochi blood flows in his veins.
Watch the trailer below.
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Deep Silver publishing in Europe.
The King of Fighters XIV will launch for PlayStation 4 in Europe on August 26 for for 59.99 / £49.99 via Deep Silver, the publisher announced.
In North America and Japan, August 23 and 25 release dates were previously announced.
We are looking forward to adding The King of Fighters XIV to Deep Silvers portfolio, Deep Silver CEO Dr. Klemens Kundratitz said in a press release. Publishing the next installment of such an iconic fighting series in Europe, the first time on PS4, supplements our roster of Deep Silver games nicely.
Heres a full overview of the game, via the press release:
About
The King of Fighters XIV completely refines and expands the series fighting mechanics to push its gameplay to the next level. The traditional 3-on-3 Battle System returns with 19 additional playable characters, meaning 50 in total to choose from. Take the fight online with friends in 6 player Party Battle over the vastly improved netcode. When in the ring; execute new EX special moves in the enhanced Max Mode and chain your Super Special Moves together using the Climax Cancel, all to unleash devastating combos.
The King of Fighters XIV is the most accessible title in the franchise, with the newly included Rush feature adding simplified combo inputs for novice fighters. The story continues as a new saga unfolds in The King of Fighters XIVs single-player story mode. Pre-orders will be available soon for the retail version, offering the Day-One Steelbook edition including the Classic Kyo Kusanagi DLC costume.
Features
- 50 fighters battle it out in one of The King of Fighters biggest rosters! 31 returning fighters join the tournament with 19 additional new characters!
- Climax Cancels: The King of Fighters trademark special move mechanic has deeply evolved in The King of Fighters XIV. Now chain your special moves together to create ultra-destructive combos!
- Improved MAX Mode: MAX mode returns deadlier than ever! Unleash EX specials to enhance your attacks and execute even deadlier moves
- Party Battle Mode: Duke it out together with friends as 6 players in the online Party Battle mode! Fight alongside your friends in 3-on-3 versus battles and use the built-in chat features to cheer your team on!
- Enhanced Online Modes: Create a The King of Fighters XIV profile to easily join the action online and fight on the vastly improved netcode. Train with friends in the Online Training mode, or spectate battles and capture replays to analyse fights frame-by-frame.
- A New King of Fighters Saga: Set several years after the last King of Fighters tournament, The King of Fighters XIV continues the tale in the robust single-player story mode. Turned into a worldwide business, individuals and companies partake in a new King of Fighters tournament on a grand scale that could decide the fate of the world!
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Terry Bogard, Andy Bogard, and Joe Higashi.
SNK has released the second in its series of “Team Gameplay” trailers for The King of Fighters XIV. This one introduces the Fatal Fury Team.
Here are details about each character:If you missed it, previous trailers introduced Yagami Team and Japan Team.
- Terry Bogard – Terry joined the world of martial arts and combat sports in order to avenge the death of Jeff Bogard, his adoptive father who was murdered by the evil Geese Howard. Always cheerful and ready to help others, Terry is adored by the children of Southtown as a hero.
- Andy Bogard – Andy decided to learn the traditional martial art of Koppou and Shiranui ninjutsu in order to defeat Geese Howard, the one who assassinated his adoptive father Jeff Bogard. Quiet and polite, Andy always shows respect to his opponents. He is now in a relationship with the beautiful Mai Shiranui.
- Joe Higashi – Joe left his native Japan in his youth to become the greatest champion of Muay Thai of all time. Jovial and energetic by nature, Joe is always looking for fights and training. He met the Bogard Brothers one day in Southtown, and their friendship has grown stronger over the years.
The King of Fighters XIV is due out for PlayStation 4 in North America on August 23 and in Japan on August 25.
Watch the trailer below.
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