The King of Fighters XIV

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
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  1. Game Informer
    Aug 23, 2016
    73
    The King of Fighters XIV’s combo system is loose and expressive, and the character variety makes it easy to keep playing for hours. The learning curve is still a bit too steep for new players, but those who make the effort to climb it will find a fun, if unadventurous, fighter.
  2. games(TM)
    Oct 27, 2016
    70
    A solid and welcome return. [Issue#179, p.82]
  3. Slant Magazine
    Sep 1, 2016
    70
    The first game in the King of Fighters series since 2010 offers a no-frills story mode that echoes the arcade experience.
  5. TheSixthAxis
    Aug 23, 2016
    70
    As a new entry in the series that pushes it into uncharted territory, King of Fighters XIV is an admirable effort. Boasting a huge roster, accessible action and smooth gameplay, there’s a lot to like, but the mediocre transition to 3D and inconsistent netcode hold it back from greatness.
  6. Twinfinite
    Aug 22, 2016
    70
    In the end, it’s hard to deny that KOF XIV is just simply fun to play, however if you’re looking for a fighter that’s easy to get into and learn, you’re probably better off looking elsewhere.
  7. Gameblog.fr
    Aug 22, 2016
    70
    The King of Fighters XIV is a good fighting game but its complex gameplay may not be enjoyable for novice players. Its graphics are generally not very good, and it shows some irregularities. Despite all these points, the game has a lot of solo content, and a good online mode.
  8. Push Square
    Aug 22, 2016
    70
    Ironically, the biggest sticking point with King of Fighters XIV is the one aspect designed to make it more appealing to outsiders; the new "Rush" mode allows even complete newbies to look like combo-crunching experts, but it's likely to divide opinion with serious players who prefer to rely on their own skill and knowledge when it comes to unlocking the game's most potent moves.
  9. Games Master UK
    Nov 9, 2016
    62
    A solid but unremarkable fighting game that makes a dismal first impression. [Nov 2016, p.69]
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  10. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Oct 15, 2016
    60
    The faithful obsessives will love it, of course, but others will ask why they should persist with a game that does so little to help them - and isn't exactly easy on the eye. [Nov 2016, p.90]
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  11. Edge Magazine
    Sep 27, 2016
    60
    While there are some concessions in place for the mere mortals among us, there aren't quite enough. [Nov 2016, p.116]
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#79 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#59 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#68 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 299 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 238 out of 299
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 299
  3. Negative: 38 out of 299
  1. Notewitsanu
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Great: Full package that worth the price, ton of characters, easy to play, variety of combo, full of contents
    Poor:The story is nothing,    Great: Full package that worth the price, ton of characters, easy to play, variety of combo, full of contents
    Poor:The story is nothing, graphic just like PS2 game(SNK havs to admire it), Boring script, Mai boobs shape should be improved a bit....
    I still give it a 10 because I have been playing this game since 1994 and I am really appreciate SNK effort.    … Full Review »
  2. energystorm
    Aug 23, 2016
    10
    Kof is back i love the new game the gameplay beatiful, i see the next game from EVO
    As a fan of the series I do not feel beautiful    Kof is back i love the new game the gameplay beatiful, i see the next game from EVO
    As a fan of the series I do not feel beautiful disappointed since I tried the best fighting game of the year    … Full Review »
  3. Garoukike
    Aug 24, 2016
    10
    Graphics ok, pretty decent for a fighting game. spectacular gameplay, speed and many combos. Perfect music, as is often in SNK. If you areGraphics ok, pretty decent for a fighting game. spectacular gameplay, speed and many combos. Perfect music, as is often in SNK. If you are looking for a challenge, this is your game. A great comeback of KOF.… Full Review »
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