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King of Fighters, The - Neowave
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King of Fighters, The - Neowave (Europe / Australia)

PlayStation 2
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Reviewed in
2005
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KOF spin-off using the Hyper NeoGeo 64 engine adapted for PS2. Gameplay is slightly different from main entries with a directional guard system. Interesting for collectors but less recommended as a franchise entry point.

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Category
Fighting 2 players 12+
Description
A console port by SNK Playmore released in 2005 (Japan) and 2006 (Europe, Australia), of the Atomiswave arcade Neowave. A 2.5D overhaul of KOF 2002 with HD sprites and 3D backgrounds, plus four additional characters (Geese, Mr. Big…). A solid entry to the 2.5D branch, though without the competitive depth of Unlimited Match.

King of Fighters, The - Neowave review

3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾1,7 GB 📅27/10/2005
Published by SNK Playmore

King of Fighters, The - Neowave (PS2) price, value & rarity

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Q1 loose
 $8 Q6 complete
 $21 Q10 new
 $47 !
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King of Fighters, The - Neowave
Japan
27/10/2005
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