The King of Fighters 2002
The ninth main installment returns to classic 3v3 battles without strikers, celebrating the series' legacy with refined gameplay and a massive 43-character roster. Features Rugal Bernstein as the final boss in his Omega form with devastating new techniques.
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About This Retro Game
Fan-favorite 'Dream Match' title with no story continuity, allowing characters from different sagas to interact for the first time.
Introduced MAX2 super moves and improved the Power Gauge system with three stock levels for enhanced combo potential.
Last KOF developed by Eolith before SNK's revival, praised for balancing classic mechanics with innovative additions despite reused sprites.
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