The King of Fighters EX: Neo Blood Deep cut
Game Boy Advance · Fighting
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood
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| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Marvelous Entertainment |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | The King of Fighters |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood is a fighting game developed by Marvelous Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle. Among the 29 GBA fighting games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the The King of Fighters series; on the GBA you can also try The King of Fighters EX: Neo Blood. The series also appears on other systems with The King of Fighters '96 (PS1) and The King of Fighters '99 (PS1). Marvelous Entertainment also made Tokyo Majin Gakuen: Fuju Houroku for the GBA.
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood 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
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood 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.
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood cheats & codes
49 codes on file (GameShark, Code Breaker). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | 3200A818
0066 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Power P1 | 3200A7C9
0090 |
| Infinite Striker Bombs P1 | 3200A8D7
0005 |
| Infinite Health P2 | 3200AA74
0066 |
| No Health P2 | 3200AA74
0000 |
| Infinite Power P2 | 3200AA25
0090 |
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood FAQ
When did The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood come out on the GBA?
The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.
Who made The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood?
It was developed by Marvelous Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
Is The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood multiplayer?
Yes. The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood supports up to 2 players.
How long does The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood take to play?
As a fighting game, The King of Fighters EX 2 Howling Blood 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 EX 2 Howling Blood 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.