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The King of Fighters XV

Critics Consensus (Play It)

King of Fighers XV meets expectations. The slightly hollow presentation is a let down, but the game’s core gameplay is rock solid, and a diverse roster warrants long term play.

Game Info

Only the world’s toughest fighters can duke it out in the largest martial arts tournament in the world. Though a mysterious being called Verse destroyed the KOF arena, its threat was quelled thanks to the brave efforts of the winning challengers. Time has passed since the closing of that tumultuous tournament, and the next KOF begins, backed by a new sponsor. Meanwhile, Chizuru Kagura senses something interfering with the seal of Orochi, otherwise known as Gaia’s Will. She teams up with Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami to join the KOF and investigate. Amidst these myriad motives, fighters resurrected after Verse’s defeat also join the fray. Once again, a storm is on the horizon…

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Total Reviews: 68

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53% of scored reviews fell within the range of 80 to 86 / 100

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RATING & REVIEWS

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CRITIC REVIEWS

All reviews are from professional critics. Learn more about the critics VSG aggregates.

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Median Score

80%

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60%
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Mitchell Saltzman (IGN)
February 11, 2022
8/10

The King of Fighters XV still feels left in the past when it comes to its single player offerings, but what it lacks in ambition, it makes up in solid fundamentals and great netcode that make the online experience the best the series has ever seen.

Sean Smith (God is a Geek)
February 11, 2022
9/10

King of Fighters XV is a delight. It feels like a new dawn for a legendary series, and I am genuinely excited to try out some of the future DLC characters that are on their way over the course of the year.

De’Angelo Epps (Digital Trends)
February 11, 2022
4/5 stars

The King of Fighters XV features excellent core combat that serious fighting game fans will enjoy, though its single-player offerings leave a bit to be desired.

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The King of Fighters XV Credits

CREDITS

DIRECTOR(S):

Eisuke Ogura, Kaito Kusaka

PRODUCER(S):

Yasuyuki Oda

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ARTIST(S):

Tomohiro Nakata

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