The King of Fighters XV

 PlayStation 4
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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 39
  3. Negative: 11 out of 39
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  1. NoLameGames
    Feb 28, 2022
    8
    Wonderful sequel to one of the longest running fighting game series out there. KOF XV isn't here to play around, it's a kickass fighter filled with flashy moves and some good old over the top fun!
  2. ultimatesoll
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    KOF XV is a great game that fixed what’s wrong with the previous installment. The roster is pretty dope and the core game-play is not so changed since the previous entry.

    Newer “King Of Fighters” game was the most anticipated sequel during the last 6 years and i’m glad it’s finally arrived with lots of contents. Combo system a little bit cheesy this time and some combos may take the    KOF XV is a great game that fixed what’s wrong with the previous installment. The roster is pretty dope and the core game-play is not so changed since the previous entry.

    Newer “King Of Fighters” game was the most anticipated sequel during the last 6 years and i’m glad it’s finally arrived with lots of contents. Combo system a little bit cheesy this time and some combos may take the whole life bar at once. This is one of the few flaws of the game.

    In addition to the newcomers, SNK did a great job by gathering the old-school KOF characters into the game’s roster. It also great to see some previous DLC characters in the launch roster which were released for the KOF XIV. Each character have their own brand new looking along with their intros/win poses that provided for this game for the first time.

    Visuals are amazing and fit perfectly for the KOF formula we used to know. The overall game quality is equal to GG:Strive in my opinion. Backgrounds are very well designed, vivid and attractive. This is the best KOF game to date in terms of graphics. All the intros, outros, cut-scenes are running at smooth 60fps.

    Sound is also great, especially the game soundtrack. Some of them are arranged version of the past KOF tunes so you can feel the nostalgia. It’s cool.

    Iori, Kyo, Yashiro, Ash Crimson, Ryo Sakazaki, Joe, Vanessa, Heidern, K’, Kula, Ramon, King of Dinosours…all those badass characters in one package. This game is even better then Guilty Gear Strive which released a while ago. You will get a lot of fun by playing the game. Play on !    … Expand
  3. AbogusDoripu
    Feb 18, 2022
    9
    It's an excellent fighting game that brings a wide variety of characters, the possibility even for beginners to apply impressive and diverse battle modes and the best possible netcode for online matches. Easily a great chapter in one of the most iconic fighting franchises in video game history.
  4. dbrin
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    If you're looking for a new fun fighting game with good online, this is it.
  5. Javimeto
    Feb 22, 2022
    9
    I had so much fun with the story and couldn't be happier with the roster. Even tho the online could run some issues some times I've put almost 70hrs to the game already and couldn't be happier, looking for the new DLCs!!
  6. David_cdl
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E um jogo de luta muito bom, da para se se divertir muito, os comandos do jogo e muito fácil, e recomendo para que gosta de games.… Expand
  7. Olozo
    May 18, 2022
    8
    Cool fighting game
    Just a bit unbalanced with some characters moves, but still pretty fun to play
  8. PikachuKid
    Mar 24, 2022
    8
    SNK se sacó la chorra!!

    Un excelente juego de pelea donde el dinamismo , la velocidad y la creatividad a la hora de hacer combos son las principales estrellas de esta edición del Rey de los Peleadores. Los gráficos lucen mejor que en la entrega anterior aunque no llegan a las cotas del Guilty Gear Strive o Dragon Ball FighterZ cumplen con haber mejorado pero solo un poco (-1 punto). En    SNK se sacó la chorra!!

    Un excelente juego de pelea donde el dinamismo , la velocidad y la creatividad a la hora de hacer combos son las principales estrellas de esta edición del Rey de los Peleadores.
    Los gráficos lucen mejor que en la entrega anterior aunque no llegan a las cotas del Guilty Gear Strive o Dragon Ball FighterZ cumplen con haber mejorado pero solo un poco (-1 punto). En el apartado musical como siempre tenemos variedad de estilos que son agradables de escuchar , tenemos canciones con letra a ritmo de metal , jazz y esa música electrónica tan característica del equipo de K' , además de la DJ Station donde vas desbloqueando los soundtracks de KOF anteriores y hasta de otros juegos de SNK.
    En cuanto a jugabilidad y diversión son geniales , se añaden nuevas mecánicas para aumentar el daño de tus combos , es un tanto mas fácil cancelar y correr pero la inclusión de autocombos estorba para los jugadores mas veteranos o los que quieran realmente entrenar y ser todos unos Daigos. (-1). Los combates se sienten tan veloces y trepidantes como si estuvieses jugando KOF 98 al igual que la movilidad.
    Al roster siento que le faltaron personajes de KOF XIV como Mian ,el equipo sudamericano o Sylvie que esperemos se añadan mediante los DLC correspondientes.
    Para concluir considero a esta entrega un gran acierto por parte de SNK , un muy buen juego con el que disfrutarás jugando solo o retando con amigos o alrededor del mundo.
    Un 8.0 para KOF XV , un fuerte candidato al Game of the Year en el ámbito de peleas.    … Expand
  9. BrandonKortez
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    An excelent fighting game, so fun, graphics are nice and online is great at least for me. Thanks SNK for giving us a very FUN videogame and shatter all spectations.
    I just wish more DLC in the future and improve new climax for the clasicc charactes.

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#14 Best PS4 Game of 2022
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#8 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2022

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Cubed3
    Aug 9, 2022
    60
    As a brand-new mainline entry that follows the previous iteration after over five years, The King of Fighters XV feels a little "by the numbers" in a similar way to how Dead or Alive 6 didn't push on from DOA5. Everything is too familiar, too safe, and lacking those key elements that truly give the impression of the next proper game in the series. The 3D character models still look a bit out of place, the story mode is awful, and there isn't enough done to ease newcomers in. Solid online modes and a large roster, with the addition of cross-play to look forward to, mean there is plenty to like for series fans, though.
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  2. Impulsegamer
    Mar 11, 2022
    86
    While there are some elements of KOFXV I wish were given more attention to, it's great characters, eye-catching visuals, and intricate yet engaging gameplay make it appealing to both veteran players and newcomers alike.
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  3. IGN Portugal
    Mar 11, 2022
    80
    The King of Fighters XV doesn't try to appeal to a wider audience, giving us interesting and complex mechanics which aren't really presented in an accessible manner. Long-time fans of the franchise will find some genuine enjoyment and improvements, especially regarding the graphical upgrade, which truly gives new life to these 3D models. It's just about enough to keep SNK's franchise competing for the title.
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