fighting game
The King of Fighters XV
By SNK, released 1 Jan 2022
- Microsoft Windows
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
The King of Fighters XV is a fighting game developed by SNK, with 39 playable fighters listed at launch and a story that continues the KOF saga in Story Mode. Its Steam feature list includes single-player, multiplayer, online PvP, shared or split-screen PvP and cross-platform multiplayer, along with achievements, full controller support and Steam Cloud. The listed Steam platform is Windows. The game has Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate editions described in the supplied details. Standard includes the base game and the CLASSIC LEONA costume bonus. Deluxe adds Team GAROU and Team SOUTH TOWN DLC characters, while Ultimate includes Team Pass 1 and 2, Fighter Pass, MATURE and VICE, and the GAROU: MotW TERRY costume, in addition to the base game and CLASSIC LEONA costume. The listed release date is December 12, 2024. SNK is both developer and publisher.
What players like, and what they don't
- 39 playable fighters listed at launch
- Online PvP and shared-screen PvP
- Cross-platform multiplayer listed
- Full controller support and Steam Cloud
- Listed Steam platform is Windows only
- Edition contents vary
Who it suits
It suits fighting game players looking for a roster-based game with local and online PvP options. Players considering an edition can compare the listed character and costume contents.
The King of Fighters XV offers several multiplayer formats alongside single-player and Story Mode. Check the edition contents carefully if you want particular DLC characters, passes or costumes.
