THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 is a mobile port of the classic NEOGEO fighting game, featuring a 38-character roster and two distinct gameplay modes. It is designed for fans of the series looking to experience the original title with added mobile-specific control options.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Fans of classic 2D fighting games and the KOF series who want to play on mobile devices.
What does it look like?
Key features
Includes both EXTRA and ADVANCED modes, plus a TRAINING MODE for practicing combos.
Features 38 playable characters, including iconic teams and edit characters like Iori, Shingo Yabuki, and Rugal Bernstein.
Supports original 4-button configurations, 6-button settings, and an SP button for simplified special moves.
Allows users to challenge friends via Wi-Fi connectivity.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Active developmentShow more...
3 versions in history. Development pace: active.
Who built it?
SNK
13+ apps tracked · Games
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THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97
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KOF 2002 ACA NEOGEO
BIG TOURNAMENT GOLF ACA NEOGEO
KOF '97 ACA NEOGEO
THE LAST BLADE ACA NEOGEO
SAMURAI SHODOWN III ACA NEOGEO
AERO FIGHTERS 2 ACA NEOGEO
FATAL FURY 3 ACA NEOGEO
FATAL FURY SPECIAL ACA NEOGEO
ART OF FIGHTING 3 ACA NEOGEOUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
Read the full review analysisCompetition
Competitive landscape for THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98
How's the Games market?
The rivals identified
By Netmarble Corporation
Both titles target the same franchise fan base, but the rival captures players seeking low-effort progression via idle mechanics while the source app provides a direct port of the classic fighting experience.
- AFK offers automated idle combat, whereas the source app requires manual input for every match.
- AFK uses a gacha-based fighter acquisition system, while the source app provides the full 38-character roster.
- AFK includes 5 vs 5 team battles, contrasting with the classic fighting format.
Unlock the head-to-head verdict: where this rival wins, and where it loses.
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Key takeaways for THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers a faithful port of the classic title, user feedback highlights significant usability concerns regarding touch controls and screen size.
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