Neo Geo · Fighting
The King of Fighters 2003
Certified classic
| System | Neo Geo |
|---|---|
| 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 | Certified classic · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Neo Geo, The King of Fighters 2003 is a fighting game developed by SNK.
Among the 50 Neo Geo fighting games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the The King of Fighters series; on the Neo Geo you can also try The King of Fighters '94, The King of Fighters '95 and The King of Fighters '96. The series also appears on other systems with The King of Fighters '96 (PS1) and The King of Fighters '99 (PS1). SNK also made Rage of the Dragons, Fatal Fury 2 and Fatal Fury 3: Road to the Final Victory for the Neo Geo.
The King of Fighters 2003 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 want to experience one of the Neo Geo's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing The King of Fighters 2003 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 2003 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Neo Geo games today
Neo Geo games are built for short, intense arcade sessions and are at their best head-to-head with a friend. Most of the library has been re-released on modern platforms, and the games also run in arcade emulators such as Rec0m88's MAME support.
The King of Fighters 2003 FAQ
Who made The King of Fighters 2003?
It was developed by SNK.
Is The King of Fighters 2003 multiplayer?
Yes. The King of Fighters 2003 supports up to 2 players.
How long does The King of Fighters 2003 take to play?
As a fighting game, The King of Fighters 2003 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.
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