Every ‘King of Fighters’ Game, Ranked Best To Worst

Easily one of the biggest and most prolific fighting franchises of all time, The King of Fighters series got its console start back in the early ’90s when The King of Fighters ’94 was released on the Neo Geo. While it wasn’t necessarily a hit in the West, it became a bona fide classic in Japan, spawning a number of sequels. Starting with the early arcade days to the latest PS4 releases, this list ranks every King of Fighters game, from the greatest hits down to the mediocre misses.

Known for its expansive roster and a recurring cast of playable characters, every King of Fighters (KOF) game focuses on a single tournament where all the various SNK fighters participate. But while newer releases feature better graphics and improved controls, they aren’t necessarily better than the original releases. King of Fighters ’98, for instance, is often rated among the best in the series. Do you agree?

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