The King of Fighters XIV

 PlayStation 4
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
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  1. Zeazy
    Aug 24, 2016
    7
    Traditional KOF gameplay which has been made easier in terms of execution. Game contains a large amount of characters with a variety of play styles. Decent tutorial which explains and teaches the basic of the game. The story mode is mediocre, although the norm for fighting games. Trials are quite disappointing in comparison to other games, each character having only 5 and being rather easyTraditional KOF gameplay which has been made easier in terms of execution. Game contains a large amount of characters with a variety of play styles. Decent tutorial which explains and teaches the basic of the game. The story mode is mediocre, although the norm for fighting games. Trials are quite disappointing in comparison to other games, each character having only 5 and being rather easy to complete. The game simply looks horrendous in terms of graphics for certain characters and effects; some of which look passable while others are disappointing for a game released in 2016. The netcode is also not very good, at least not consistently, with delayed inputs and slow downs. Overall the game is quite enjoyable and is an excellent choice for both hardcore fans of the series and newer players, as long as one is able to see past the graphical shortcomings and do not intend to spend the majority of play time online.… Expand
  2. SonikkuAensland
    Sep 15, 2016
    7
    In spite of its sub-par graphics, this game was truly for me a nice return from part of SNK, it has a huge roster, helps that it brings the beloved 2D game play. And it got a bit less harder than the other entries due to the focus in wide audiences, but that's very subjective. I am mostly content with the game, except for a few minor complains (mostly in story terms, some of the music andIn spite of its sub-par graphics, this game was truly for me a nice return from part of SNK, it has a huge roster, helps that it brings the beloved 2D game play. And it got a bit less harder than the other entries due to the focus in wide audiences, but that's very subjective. I am mostly content with the game, except for a few minor complains (mostly in story terms, some of the music and very short trials) and the obvious one. A fun game worth of your time if you are into Fighters.… Expand
  3. bigbootydaddy69
    Sep 25, 2016
    5
    Quite a solid fighter, very fun to play with friends. The online matchmaking can be quite laggy at times. The characters are fairly balanced. To be honest not sure about the $60 price tag.
  4. raccoondaddy
    Mar 22, 2017
    7
    Overall, this was a middling experience for me, simply because I'm really disappointed in how SNK/Playmore did not truly make an attempt to make any bigger steps forward for the KoF series. For the exception of the graphics engine, which seems to be a shinier version of their KoF 2006 engine. (A move in the right direction, I think, as the animations translate flawlessly from their 2DOverall, this was a middling experience for me, simply because I'm really disappointed in how SNK/Playmore did not truly make an attempt to make any bigger steps forward for the KoF series. For the exception of the graphics engine, which seems to be a shinier version of their KoF 2006 engine. (A move in the right direction, I think, as the animations translate flawlessly from their 2D sprites!) Which is a shame, considering the vast character roster, perfected fighting engine and extensive amount of source material for the characters.

    KoF needed something MORE! Every entry we get team battle, single battle, survival and arcade; THAT'S IT!!

    Sure, there is the online gameplay, it would've been nice to take a few notes from Arksys.

    With that said; KoF XIV is a vastly superior title than Street Fighter V and I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone who doubts me. SFV was a watered-down, bare-boned mess that is still cashing in on fighting game world.
    In my opinion, Street Fighter died after Ultra SFIV (Which is the greatest 2D fighter hands down)

    Be mindful, you are paying a lot for very little replay unless you have a good group of people to play against.    … Expand
  5. LeoniGrande
    Nov 21, 2017
    7
    1 - KOF XIV nos fornece uma grande quantidade de personagens e a mesma jogabilidade de sempre.
    2 - Os gráficos são agradáveis, mas perde feio para a concorrência.
    3 - A trilha sonora é ótima.
    4 - O modo história é muito fraco.

    Resumindo, é um bom jogo, mas está longe de ser um game de alto padrão como o Street Fighter V, Tekken 7 e Mortal Kombat X. Merece nota 7!
  6. TheEnclaveFO3
    Feb 12, 2020
    6
    Amazing game, tons of characters, although instructions on how to play are very unclear. also, the combo moves are extremely difficult with like 8 button combinations.

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 55
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  1. GameCritics
    Feb 25, 2017
    85
    While these complaints are not enough to cripple the game, it’s a shame that SNK has done such a tremendous job with most of the things that matter, only to stumble on certain design issues. Minor missteps aside, It’s pretty brilliant, and it’s safe to say that the series has made the leap to 3D surprisingly well despite still needing some polish, and maybe a bit of a facelift as well.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Nov 9, 2016
    62
    A solid but unremarkable fighting game that makes a dismal first impression. [Nov 2016, p.69]
  3. games(TM)
    Oct 27, 2016
    70
    A solid and welcome return. [Issue#179, p.82]
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