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THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH

KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!

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April 3, 2018
8 years and 168 days ago
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The final chapter in the KOF Orochi Saga, this title is one of the iconic entries in the series that cemented KOF as a staple in the fighting game community around the world. Now it returns with new features such as online play!

- A total of 35 playable characters, including 6 secret characters from the NEOGEO version which are playable from the start!

- Includes both the ADVANCED and EXTRA modes for even more flexibility in playstyles.

- An all-new gallery mode and menu BGM settings are included as well!

The revival of Orochi must be stopped at all costs! It’s up to you to

finish a fight centuries in the making!

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