Netmarble took advantage of the Tokyo Game Show 2024 to introduce a new mobile title that has caught many by surprise: The King of Fighters AFK. This news comes just a few months after the announcement of the definitive closure of The King of Fighters Allstar, which has stirred up various reactions among fans of the franchise.
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of The King of Fighters
The announcement of The King of Fighters AFK coincides with the 30th anniversary of the iconic fighting franchise, a significant milestone that Netmarble has sought to highlight. However, the fact that this announcement comes in the midst of KOF Allstar’s closure has generated mixed reactions among players.
The King of Fighters AFK is described as a mobile collectible role-playing game that will feature characters from the franchise, some of which will have pixel art graphics. This retro aspect has caught the attention of many, as it harks back to the visual style of games like The King of Fighters R-2, released for the NeoGeo Pocket Color.
Official Trailer
Pixel Art and Gacha Elements
The trailer shown at Tokyo Game Show did not provide details on gameplay or a specific release date. However, the game is expected to include gacha mechanics, which is unsurprising given Netmarble’s focus on this model for mobile games. The pixel art graphics stand out as one of the title’s most interesting points, evoking nostalgia among classic fighting game enthusiasts.
KOF Allstar Closure
The announcement of The King of Fighters AFK has caused discontent in the community, mainly due to the upcoming closure of KOF Allstar, a title that was launched in 2018 and will be shut down on October 30, 2024. This decision has been hard to accept for many players who have invested time and money in the game, and the announcement of a new title so soon has been met with criticism. The context of this closure makes the anticipation for The King of Fighters AFK somewhat reserved.
While there is still little information available, The King of Fighters AFK promises to bring a mix of nostalgia with its retro pixel art style and a focus on the gacha collectible format. However, the community remains divided following the announced closure of KOF Allstar.
For more information about the game cho the official website.
