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Sega Dreamcast · Fighting
The King of Fighters '99
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | SNK |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | The King of Fighters |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Dreamcast, The King of Fighters '99 is a fighting game developed by SNK.
Among the 38 Dreamcast fighting games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the The King of Fighters series; on the Dreamcast you can also try The King of Fighters 2000, The King of Fighters 2001 and The King of Fighters '98. The series also appears on other systems with The King of Fighters '96 (PS1) and The King of Fighters '99 (PS1). SNK also made Garou: Mark of the Wolves, Cool Cool Toon and The Last Blade for the Dreamcast.
The King of Fighters '99 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing The King of Fighters '99 is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
The King of Fighters '99 FAQ
Who made The King of Fighters '99?
It was developed by SNK.
Is The King of Fighters '99 multiplayer?
Yes. The King of Fighters '99 supports up to 2 players.
How long does The King of Fighters '99 take to play?
As a fighting game, The King of Fighters '99 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The King of Fighters '99 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.