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Based on the classic KOF '94 and '95 mechanics, utilizing a charge-based meter and sidestepping, appealing to veterans of the series. The Roster: Icons and Secrets

Whether you’re in it for the deep SNK lore or the tight 3-on-3 team mechanics, stands as a definitive piece of fighting game history. THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH on Steam the-king-of-fighters-97

KOF '97 introduced a revolutionary selection system between two distinct playstyles, allowing players to choose how they wanted to fight: Based on the classic KOF '94 and '95

The story deepens the iconic rivalry between Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami , whose clans were once allies before a blood pact with Orochi turned them into bitter enemies. The "New Faces Team"—Chris

The "New Faces Team"—Chris, Shermie, and Yashiro—are introduced as the primary sub-bosses who are eventually revealed to be Orochi’s followers.

While often technically overshadowed by its successor, KOF '98 , many fans prefer '97 for its superior narrative weight and darker atmosphere.

Today, the game is widely available as KOF '97 Global Match , featuring updated netcode for online play on Steam , PS4, and Vita.