THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97

THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97

By SNK

THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 is a mobile port of the classic SNK fighting game, featuring 35 playable characters and multiple endings. It offers a faithful arcade experience with specialized gameplay modes and team-based mechanics designed for fans of the franchise.

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The App DNA

What makes this app unique?

For Fans of classic 2D fighting games and the SNK arcade legacy.

What does it look like?

Key features

Character Rosterstandard

Includes 35 playable characters, featuring iconic fighters and previously hidden characters accessible directly from the select screen.

Affinity Systemstandard

Allows players to select team members based on their affinity to trigger unique pre-match interactions.

Gameplay Modesstandard

Provides two distinct gameplay styles, EXTRA and ADVANCED, to add depth to the combat mechanics.

How much does it cost?

paid

Velocity

Dormant developmentShow more...

3 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.

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Who built it?

SNK

13+ apps tracked · Games

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User Sentiment

What do users think recently?

How are ratings & reviews evolving?

App Store
3.51 · 1k

Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.

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Competition

Competitive landscape for THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97

How's the Games market?

The rivals identified

The Analyst's Read

Key takeaways for THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97

Where is it heading?

Bottom line

This is a premium mobile port of a classic arcade fighting game that prioritizes authentic mechanics and a large character roster.

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Marlvel.ai. “THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 18, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-snkplaymore-kof97

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