The King of Fighters, Metal Slug, Samurai Shodown: SNK, king of the Neo Geo, is a legend of the fighting game and run and gun. RomWize re-ranks the publisher's best games by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"A peak of SNK 2D fighting, elegant and feverish. The Just Defense system is brilliant, the cast is charismatic and the arenas are stunning. A classic beloved by competitors."
"The KOF 99 dream match gathering the saga's golden age, a jubilant series celebration. Lavish roster, electric mood and fighting fun fully intact. A party among fans."
"The King of Fighters XIII is one of the best 2D fighting games on PS3. Sublime hand-drawn HD sprites, ultra-technical HD Drive and Neomax gameplay, complete roster. An absolute masterpiece of 2D fighting."
"A precious dive into SNK's golden arcade age, with its forgotten shmups and brawlers. The emulation is spotless and the historical extras are genuinely fascinating. Some titles have aged poorly, but the preservation work is exemplary for heritage buffs."
"King of Fighters '98 Dream Match Never Ends is considered the finest classic series entry. Fantastic roster with the best characters from previous editions, perfectly balanced gameplay. An absolute 2D versus fighting masterpiece, often cited as one of the greatest fighting games ever made."
"Sequel even more beautiful and deeper than the original, with expanded roster and new styles. The system gains clarity without losing any subtlety. The peak of weapon based fighting on Neo Geo."
"Improved Real Bout version with extended roster and refined mechanics. Ring-out removed, more balanced gameplay. Among the best Fatal Fury games on Saturn. Excellent for fans seeking the most complete SNK versus fighting."
"Metal Slug X is the enhanced version of Metal Slug 2 with new enemies, weapons and enriched gameplay elements. Frenzied run and gun with incomparably handcrafted sprite beauty. Difficult but fair, exhilarating and visually splendid. One of the finest run and gun games ever made."
"A more solid, squarer KOF 2002 without Strikers but with refined balance. The direct system suits purists and the lavish cast delights fans. A respectable sequel."
"The reboot of an SNK fighting pillar, lifted by gorgeous cel-shading and ultra-tactical play, slow and razor-sharp. Every strike counts and patience rules. Demanding and stylish, a winning return for the series."
"One of the saga's best episodes, excellent Saturn port with generous extras. The Orochi story reaches its climax, the roster is exceptional. Graphics among the best in the genre on Saturn. Versus fighting reference on the console."
"An ambitious and precise post-apocalyptic action-RPG. Elaborate magic system, vast world, gripping story. Unjustly overlooked outside Japan. One of the most accomplished RPGs on NES."
"A bubbly SNK versus shooter where puzzle bullets clash in turbocharged duels. Accessible controls, charismatic characters and bubbly humor. Excellent arcade versus."
"The Evolution edition of KOF 99, more generous and technically superior. The Striker system stays gripping, the cast is cult and the snap is real. A solid classic for fans."
"Weapon based fighter of crazy elegance, with end of Bakumatsu mood and a flawless Speed and Power system. Melancholic tone, gorgeous sprites. A pillar of the SNK catalogue across all platforms."
"Absolute peak of the classic Samurai Spirits line. Jaw dropping animation, constant tension and a cult roster. The weapon based fighter par excellence on Neo Geo."
"KOF 2000 on Dreamcast, pushing Strikers further and beefing up the roster. Snappy pacing, peppy presentation and rich tactical depth. Excellent versus."
"Samurai Shodown IV on Saturn, polished SNK episode port. The fatal slice system is visceral and satisfying. Less technical than SS2 but still just as fun. For weapon-based versus fighting fans."
"KoF '96 brings welcome new mechanics and an expanded roster. Quality Saturn port with appreciable exclusive content. The series gains momentum. Excellent for SNK fans seeking more technical depth."
