Super Nintendo · Fighting / Action
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Fighting, Action |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | SNK |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Fatal Fury |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters is a fighting game released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo, developed by SNK. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Fatal Fury. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends fighting and action elements.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V.
It is part of the Fatal Fury series; on the SNES you can also try Fatal Fury 2 and Fatal Fury Special. The series also appears on other systems with Fatal Fury: Wild Ambition (PS1) and Fatal Fury 2 (Neo Geo). SNK also made Samurai Shodown, King of the Monsters and Art of Fighting for the SNES.
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters 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 Fatal Fury: King of Fighters 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.
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters cheats & codes
72 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Win 1 Bout To Win The Match Instead Of 2 Out Of 3 (Turn The Code Off On Bonus Rounds) | DFA5-64DF |
|---|---|
| 10 Seconds To Complete Bonus Rounds | FDC7-AFAF |
| 30 Seconds To Complete Bonus Rounds | 7DC7-AFAF |
| 45 Seconds To Complete Bonus Rounds | 09C7-AFAF |
| 60 Seconds To Complete Bonus Rounds | 1DC7-AFAF |
| 90 Seconds To Complete Bonus Rounds | BDC7-AFAF |
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters FAQ
When did Fatal Fury: King of Fighters come out on the SNES?
Fatal Fury: King of Fighters was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Fatal Fury: King of Fighters?
It was developed by SNK.
Is Fatal Fury: King of Fighters multiplayer?
Yes. Fatal Fury: King of Fighters supports up to 2 players.
How long does Fatal Fury: King of Fighters take to play?
As a fighting game, Fatal Fury: King of Fighters 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 Fatal Fury: King of Fighters 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.