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Kim Jae Hoon, a taekwondo specialist and son of Kim Kaphwan, will be the first new fighter in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2, launching January 22 at 12:00 a.m. PT / 3:00 a.m. ET across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam and Epic). Voiced by Howard Wang (English) and Shun'ichi Toki (Japanese), he brings precise offense and a calculated quest for justice to South Town’s King of Fighters tournament.
Fans slammed a Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2 trailer for allegedly using AI-generated clips, intensifying scrutiny of SNK after its acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Critics say the AI visuals clash with CotW’s cel-shaded style, and a moderator resigned in protest. SNK has not commented publicly. The season drops January 22 with monthly character releases, and the controversy pools with wider discussions about Saudi ownership of game studios.
SNK reveals Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season 2, adding six new fighters—Kim Jae Hoon, Nightmare Geese, Blue Mary, Krauser, and two mystery fighters—with a January 22 launch and a monthly rollout through June, accompanied by a major balance update. Kim Jae Hoon is Kim Kaphwan’s son; Nightmare Geese returns as an ethereal boss-turned-playable; Krauser sports an older, armored look; Blue Mary returns to the series; the two mystery fighters are teased but not confirmed (possible Kenshiro or others).
Several major fighting game developers, including Capcom, Bandai Namco, Arc System Works, SNK, SEGA, and French Bread, released special New Year artwork and greetings to celebrate the start of 2026, featuring artwork from popular franchises and a birthday tribute to Mai Shiranui.
SNK producer Yasuyuki Oda expressed interest in the possibility of a new Capcom vs. SNK game, highlighting fan enthusiasm and the potential for guest characters to create innovative outcomes in fighting games. Although no official confirmation has been made, the idea remains open, especially considering past development efforts and SNK's ongoing openness to collaboration.
SNK released a trailer for Ken, the second DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, set to launch in summer 2025. Ken features his Street Fighter 6 look and classic moves, with a new stage and soundtrack, voiced by David Matranga. The DLC lineup includes Joe Higashi, Chun-Li, and Mr. Big, with Andy Bogard already released.
Capcom has released a teaser trailer for Mai Shiranui, a character from SNK's Fatal Fury and King of Fighters series, who will join Street Fighter 6 as a DLC fighter in early 2025. Mai is the third DLC character in Season 2, following M. Bison and Terry Bogard. The trailer showcases her introduction in the game's World Tour Mode, set in Aokigahara, Japan, and highlights her Shiranui techniques. Capcom clarified her release window as early 2025, correcting previous confusion about a "Winter 2025" release.
Metal Slug Tactics reinvents the classic run-and-gun arcade series into a turn-based strategy game, blending SNK's iconic artwork with tactical gameplay reminiscent of "Into the Breach." Players control a squad of three characters, each equipped with various weapons, to complete missions against an evil general's army. The game emphasizes movement to build "Adrenaline" for special abilities and encourages strategic positioning for synchronized attacks, maintaining the series' action-packed feel with vibrant visuals and dynamic animations.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is being revived after 25 years, with the development team aiming to conclude the story set up in Garou: Mark of the Wolves. The game will feature a story mode to wrap up the series' storylines, and will include the REV System with upgraded mechanics for aggressive gameplay. The team also discussed challenges in modern game development, including creating a higher volume of single player experiences and implementing full English voice over. Additionally, they confirmed the inclusion of rollback netcode and crossplay, and mentioned the difficulty of bringing back the multiple lane system from early Fatal Fury games in a 3D format.
IGN's preview of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves highlights the game's stunning visuals, captivating sound design, and diverse character roster. The REV system, a core mechanic, offers a blend of offensive and defensive options, adding depth to gameplay. The Selective Potential Gear introduces strategic elements, while the game's accessibility aims to cater to both new and experienced players. Overall, the preview suggests that Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is shaping up to be a visually impressive and mechanically rich addition to the fighting game genre.
SNK's upcoming game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, impresses with its visuals, gameplay mechanics, and character roster. The game introduces the REV System, offering offensive and defensive mechanics that add depth and excitement to matches. REV Accel allows for flashy combos, while REV Guard provides engaging defensive options. Familiar mechanics from previous titles like T.O.P. Mode and Braking have been revamped, and a new Modern Control type called Smart Style is introduced. The game's fast-paced matches and potential for high skill ceiling make it a promising addition to the fighting game genre, with the only notable drawbacks being less detailed backgrounds and a demo character select screen that could use improvement.
SNK is set to revive its classic fighting game franchise, Fatal Fury, with the upcoming release of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves in early 2025. The game features familiar characters like Terry Bogard and Rock Howard, as well as new additions like Preecha, and introduces the REV system, a mix of offensive and defensive mechanics that enhance each fighter's abilities in battle. With a modern control scheme and a focus on tactical elements, the game aims to appeal to both new and old fighting game fans.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves marks the series' return after 25 years, featuring a new REV system that enhances attacks and a strategic S.P.G. bar. The game boasts a stylized art direction and a diverse roster, including a new character, Preecha, who brings a scientific perspective to the world of special moves. With a fine-tuned fighting system, optional streamlined controls, and promising gameplay, City of the Wolves aims to make a strong impact in the crowded fighting game genre when it releases in early 2025.
SNK's new fighting game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, is set to launch in early 2025, with a character trailer showcasing impressive visuals and effects. While the target platforms are yet to be confirmed, there's speculation about its potential optimization for the Nintendo Switch or its successor. Fans are eagerly anticipating more details as the release date approaches, hoping for a possible release on the Switch or its successor.
SNK unveiled new trailers for the upcoming fighting game Fatal Fury City of the Wolves, revealing returning characters and a new character named Preecha, along with the game's English and Japanese cast, new mechanics, and an early 2025 release date.