Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

 PC
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Gamekult
    Apr 24, 2025
    70
    While Garou : Mark of the Wolves remains untouchable, his legitimate heir Fatal Fury : City of the Wolves easily stands face-to-face with ruthless competitors. The SNK formula shines with modern updates and delivers a dynamic game with a high skill ceiling but a relatively low skill floor for newcomers (despite a few thorns). Unlike many other recent fighting games, defense is just as exciting as offense, creating a very balanced feeling overall. However, Saudi Arabia's political interests shine through with a deplorable CR7 cameo. Let's just hope this is a one-time marketing stunt and not the start of something worse.
  2. Tech-Gaming
    Apr 23, 2025
    70
    Fast and flashy, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves’ fights revive SNK’s long-dormant franchise. But outside of the main event, elements like a rudimentary story mode, gimmicky guest characters, and a makeshift user interface dampen the enjoyment.
  3. Digital Trends
    Apr 20, 2025
    70
    Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is a slick fighting game with an uncomfortable catch.
  5. Edge Magazine
    May 16, 2025
    60
    Fatal Fury may have to think again before taking on another fight. [Issue#411, p.108]
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  1. Vice
    Apr 20, 2025
    Underneath a few blemishes and missteps, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves offers an undeniably rich and technical fighting game experience. It’s a big step forward for SNK — in my book, at least. Both visually (we don’t talk about King of Fighters XV) and from a mechanical standpoint. While its single-player content and onboarding process leave much to be desired? Those looking for a deep, competitive, and rewarding 2D fighter to sink hundreds of hours into need look no further. [Highly Recommended]