The King of Fighters '97

The King of Fighters '97 is a landmark 2D fighting game developed and released by SNK in 1997 for the Neo Geo arcade and home console. As the fourth installment in the iconic KOF series, this title is critically important as it serves as the dramatic and action-packed conclusion to the legendary 'Orochi Saga' story arc, which began in KOF '95. The game brought the escalating conflict between the Three Sacred Treasures and the followers of the mythical entity Orochi to a stunning climax. The King of Fighters '97 is celebrated not only for its compelling narrative but also for introducing revolutionary gameplay mechanics that would define the series for years to come, solidifying its place as a fan-favorite and a competitive classic.

Console

ARC

Year

1997

Developer

SNK

Series

The King of Fighters

Language

EN