SNK has launched a special website and Twitter account (English, Japanese) in commemoration of The King of Fighters‘ 30th anniversary. The first game in the series, The King of Fighters ’94, launched in Japanese arcades on August 25, 1994. The latest entry, The King of Fighters XV, launched on February 14, 2022 worldwide.
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Celebrating the 30th anniversary of The King of Fighters series!
On August 25, 1994, the very first title in The King of Fighters series, The King of Fighters ’94, made its explosive debut on the Neo-Geo MVS arcade system.
Since then, The King of Fighters series has grown into the largest fighting game franchise, with numerous titles leading up to the latest release, The King of Fighters XV, in 2022.
Thanks to the unwavering support of fans worldwide, the series proudly marks its 30th anniversary on August 25. This beloved series has spanned generations and transcended borders, creating a global legacy. SNK is committed to taking on new challenges and meeting The King of Fighters fans’ expectations everywhere. Here’s to many more years of fighting greatness!
To celebrate our 30th anniversary, we’re launching 30 exclusive programs.
Programs
- Part 1: Release of Development Setting Documents for The King of Fighters Series (August 26) – The characters of The King of Fighters series are the heart and soul of its story. To celebrate them, we’re unveiling rare and exclusive development materials—including original setting images, rough sketches, costume designs, and more.
- Part 2: Relive the Passionate Memories! A The King of Fighters Series Poster Unveiled (September 6) – Step back in time with the original posters and materials from the release of each numbered The King of Fighters title, now available for viewing. Just one look is sure to ignite the passionate memories of those legendary days!
- Part 3: 30th Anniversary Digital Stickers and Smartphone Wallpapers (September 13) – In celebration of The King of Fighters‘s 30th anniversary, we’re excited to offer exclusive digital stickers and wallpapers for smartphones. Feel free to use them as icons for your accounts or as screensavers on your mobile devices.
- 27 more parts to be announced!
