"It's Not Over Yet." Fighting Game "THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV" to Receive Update on July 2nd!

SNK Corporation is pleased to announce that the fighting game "THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV" (hereinafter referred to as "KOF XV"), currently on sale, will receive an update aimed at adjusting game balance on July 2, 2026.

KOF XV Update Trailer

https://youtu.be/32NOHMDfLrE

Game balance adjustments for all characters will be implemented!

On July 2, 2026, balance adjustments will be made to all 61 characters, including basic characters such as Kyo Kusanagi, K', Ash Crimson, and Shun'ei, as well as those added later such as Rock Howard, Terry Bogard, Mature, and Vice. Please take this opportunity to experience a new "KOF XV". [HI1]

【Product Features】

The 15th installment in the numbered series, inheriting the lineage of KOF. This latest entry in the series was released in February 2022, six years after its predecessor, "KOF XIV." It features the first-ever gathering of the four main protagonists of the KOF series (Kyo Kusanagi, K', Ash Crimson, and Shun'ei).

While inheriting the series' traditional "3 on 3 Team Battle" where teams of three fight, it also incorporates the new "SHATTER STRIKE" system for blocking attacks and counter-attacking, as well as evolved "MAX Mode" and "MAX Mode (Quick)."

Furthermore, the "RUSH" system, which allows for various combos with button mashing, and a variety of special moves to liven up battles are also present. You can enjoy unprecedented speed and exhilaration in the series.

【Overview of THE KING OF FIGHTERS Series】

A fighting game series developed and published by SNK, which began with "KOF '94" released in 1994. Its most distinctive feature is the adoption of "3on3 Team Battle," a first in fighting game history. [HI1] This requires different strategies and mind games than traditional one-on-one fights, and its dramatic match developments, including comebacks, have led to its continuous adoption as an esports title.

It is known as a dream match that brings together characters not only from fighting games like "Fatal Fury," "Art of Fighting," "Ikari Warriors," and "Psycho Soldier," but also from many other popular SNK titles, [HI2] making it one of SNK's large-scale IPs with over 150 characters.

Prologue (1994)

Orochi Saga (1995-1997)

Protagonist Kyo Kusanagi

Heir to the Kusanagi style of ancient martial arts passed down through generations, he manipulates fire at will. A free-spirited and confident individual with a genius for martial arts.

Fighting Style: Kusanagi-style Ancient Martial Arts + Freestyle Boxing

Birthday: December 12

Birthplace: Japan

Blood Type: B

Favorite Food: Grilled Fish

NESTS Saga (1999-2001)

Protagonist K' (K Dash)

A modified human created by the secret society NESTS, implanted with Kyo Kusanagi's genes. He possesses the ability to manipulate fire, but controls this power with the glove on his right hand.

Fighting Style: Violence

Birthday: Unknown

Birthplace: Unknown

Blood Type: Unknown

Favorite Food: Beef Jerky

Ash Saga (2003-2010)

Protagonist Ash Crimson

A boy who is a direct descendant of Saiki, the leader of "Those from the Past." He manipulates green flames and bewilders opponents with his flippant remarks.

Fighting Style: Freestyle (uses special flames)

Birthday: February 14

Birthplace: Raised in France?

Blood Type: O

Favorite Food: Sachertorte

New Chapter (2016-)

Protagonist Shun'ei

A boy who manipulates illusions. Abandoned by his parents at a young age, he was raised as a disciple of Tung Fu Rue. Through training in Hakkyokuseiken, he gained control over his hidden powers.

Fighting Style: Hakkyokuseiken

Birthday: October 10

Birthplace: China

Blood Type: O

Favorite Food: Sweets

Ultimate Edition, including all DLC characters, now on sale!

"KOF XV Ultimate Edition" (Digital Version) allows you to enjoy all 61 characters, including the 41 characters from the main game. Please take this opportunity to experience a new "KOF XV".

【Title Overview】

Title Name

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV

Genre

Fighting Game

Release Date

February 17, 2022 (Thu)

Supported Platforms

PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 (Physical Edition, Digital Edition)

Xbox Series X|S/Windows 10/Steam/Epic Games Store (Digital Edition)

Lineup/Price

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV Standard Edition

Main Game / Physical Edition, Digital Edition / 7,920 yen (tax included)

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV Ultimate Edition

7,920 yen (tax included)

Main Game + Team Pass 1 + Team Pass 2 + Fighter Pass + DLC Character "Mature" + "Vice" + DLC Costume "GarouMotW Terry" + DLC Costume "CLASSIC LEONA"

KOF XV Team Pass 1

KOF XV DLC Characters "GarouMotW Team" "South Town Team" (DLC Characters x 6) / 3,300 yen (tax included)

KOF XV Team Pass 2

KOF XV DLC Characters "Outlaw Team" "Samurai Team" (DLC Characters x 6) / 3,300 yen (tax included)

KOF XV Fighter Pass

KOF XV DLC Characters "Shingo Yabuki" "Kim" "Sylvie" "Nakoruru" "Duo Lon" "Hinako Shijou" (DLC Characters x 6) / 3,300 yen (tax included)

KOF XV DLC Characters "GarouMotW Team"

DLC Characters 3 (1 Team) / 1,870 yen (tax included) KOF XV DLC Characters "South Town Team"

DLC Characters 3 (1 Team) / 1,870 yen (tax included)

KOF XV DLC Characters "Outlaw Team"

DLC Characters 3 (1 Team) / 1,870 yen (tax included)

KOF XV DLC Characters "Samurai Team"

DLC Characters 3 (1 Team) / 1,870 yen (tax included)

KOF XV DLC Characters "Mature" + "Vice"

DLC Characters 2 / 1,210 yen (tax included)

KOF XV DLC Character

"Shingo Yabuki" "Kim Kaphwan" "Sylvie Paula Paula" "Nakoruru" "Duo Lon" "Hinako Shijou"

DLC Character 1 / 660 yen (tax included) each

Rating

CERO C

Number of Players

Offline 1-2 / Online 2-8

Official Website

https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/official/kof-xv/

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