The King of Fighters '95 (NGM-084)

SNK • 1995

The King of Fighters '95 (NGM-084) — Title screen
Title screen
The King of Fighters '95 (NGM-084) — Gameplay
Gameplay

The King of Fighters '95 pits eight teams of three fighters against each other in a quest to confront the enigmatic Rugal Bernstein. Players select from a diverse roster, battling through team rounds until they reach the final showdown. This installment introduces characters like Iori Yagami, whose fiery personality and unique moveset quickly became fan favorites, alongside returning heroes such as Kyo Kusanagi and Terry Bogard. A core feature of '95 is its team-based combat system; each character possesses distinct abilities and fighting styles that contribute to their team’s overall strength. The game utilizes a four-button control scheme – punch and kick for both weak and strong attacks – allowing for complex combos and strategic gameplay. Players can also unlock special victory poses after winning matches, adding another layer of customization. Beyond the core competition, '95 features hidden elements like the ability to access boss characters Rugal Bernstein and Saisyu Kusanagi in training mode through a specific code entry. The game's narrative continues the established storyline from previous entries, culminating in a confrontation with a resurrected and technologically enhanced version of Rugal, offering a challenging experience for seasoned fighting game enthusiasts.

Details

Manufacturer
SNK
Year
1995
Players
2
Genre
Fighter / Versus
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
kof95

Machine data derived from the MAME project.