THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97

Name: THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97
Price: 2.99 USD
Rating: 3.5 (1003 reviews)
Author: SNK CORPORATION

By: SNK CORPORATION

Casual

Features & Capabilities

Become the new challenger in THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 on iPhone and iPad! Revisit this arcade classic, explore legendary teams, and witness the multiple endings as you settle the score between Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami.

This port brings 35 playable fighters, the new affinity system with pre-match interactions, and two deep modes: Advanced and Extra. Enjoy authentic NeoGeo port options with classic 4-button or modern 6-button controls, plus Wi-Fi multiplayer to challenge friends.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

SNK CORPORATION

Rating:

3.50

(1,003)

Version:

1.3.1 Last updated: 2022-04-19

Version code:

848404101

Creation date:

2013-11-14

Compatible devices:

Size:

100.80MB

Price:

2.99

URLs:

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Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-30

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 66,328 ▼ 88

Other platforms

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 (v1.0.8)

154,933 4.27

(12,908)

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Developed by:

SNK CORPORATION

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-king-of-fighters-97/id727466621

Website:

https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/

User Reviews

Overall, the game is seen as a solid fighter with strong nostalgic appeal and positive core gameplay, but the experience is marred by pervasive control/UI problems, missing content (Orochi, training), and ongoing compatibility and audio issues. Several reviews warn the price isn't worth it given the lack of updates and stability, though some say it’s enjoyable when it works.

Pros

Overall gameplay is engaging and widely praised (great/awesome) by multiple reviewers.
Nostalgic feel with classic KOF roster elements appealing to fans.
Improved device compatibility and updates for newer iPhone models.
The mobile port is playable and functional on iOS devices.

Cons

Controls and UI are poorly implemented: disorganized button layout, unresponsive inputs, and lack of customization.
Missing content such as Orochi as a playable character and training mode.
Questions of value for money: frequent complaints about paying for a product that doesn't meet expectations.
Audio problems: no sound or requirement to use headphones.
Outdated updates and lingering compatibility issues across devices.

Recent reviews

Great game works good on the iPhone 15 pro max

by Op*****, 2026-04-01

The game is overall fairly decent, the character selection is full of nostalgia, the difficulty seems to be a problem for newer players.. you had to be there to understand it (not trying to sound like an oldhead) + One flaw that nobody seems to point out is that for some odd reason you never get to fight Kim’s team, Yashiro’s team or Art of Fighting team. Why is that?? Overall, fairly good game.