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- Wolfgang Krauser, the main antagonist from Fatal Fury 2, is making his comeback as a DLC character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on April 24, 2026.
- The game features collaborations with Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7) and Faaast Penguin, as well as a crossover with Street Fighters Ken Masters.
- Krausers character breakdown trailer highlights his skills and moves, and SNK will host an anniversary stream on April 22 to discuss his signature move, Hidden Gear.
- After Krausers release, additional DLC characters include Ryo Sakazaki (in May) and Kenshiro from Hokuto no Ken (in June), with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
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Following SNK’s announcement of the Neo Geo’s return in AES form, the company has unveiled the first gameplay trailer for Wolfgang Krauser, marking his comeback in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as a DLC character. This announcement is especially significant for longtime fans, as it has been 18 years since Krauser, the main antagonist of Fatal Fury 2, last appeared in an official SNK game. Krauser returns with a modernized design, featuring updated armor, a prominent scar, and a more mature appearance. However, his gameplay remains true to his classic style, incorporating iconic moves like Blitz Ball and Leg Tomahawk, as well as his Kaiser Wave, which can be triggered in an ultimate fury. The trailer also features a revisited version of his musical theme, Mozart’s “Dies Irae.” Some viewers have noted the stage design, which positions the audience in the foreground instead of the musical performance. Wolfgang Krauser will be released in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on April 24, 2026. His character breakdown trailer highlights his skills and moves. Trailers for other characters—including Andy Bogard, Marco, Hokutomaru, Gato, and Ganacci—are also available.
Fatal Fury Wolves’ Anniversary: Krauser’s Revenge, CR7 & Collaborations, Season 2 DLC, April 24 Update
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves also features collaborations with Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7) and Faaast Penguin. Ken Masters from Street Fighter appears as well, thanks to a crossover between the two franchises. Krauser is available as a standalone purchase or through the Season 2 Pass, joining Kim Jae Hoon, Nightmare Geese, and Blue Mary as a DLC character. The Arcade Mode and South Town Episodes detail Krauser’s mission to take revenge against Terry Bogard. SNK will host an anniversary stream on April 22 at 8 p.m. PT. During the stream, they may discuss Krauser’s signature move, Hidden Gear, which combines his classic supers: Unlimited Desire barrage, Gigantic Cyclone, and Kaiser Wave. Following Krauser’s release on April 24, Ryo Sakazaki (with Mr. Karate’s mask) will be released as a DLC character in May. The final DLC character for Season 2 is Kenshiro from Hokuto no Ken, scheduled for release in June. On April 24, SNK will release a major update to celebrate the first anniversary of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is currently available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
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Great news for all you retro gaming fans out there! Carlos Mendoza has just shared some thrilling updates on the NeoGeo AES front in his recent post, “NeoGeo AES Returns Compatible with Original Cartridges” (). Set to launch this November for €199.99, the NeoGeo AES promises an authentic gaming experience with compatibility for original cartridges priced at €79.99 each, a low-latency HDMI port, and 1080p output. Plus, it’s already got some exciting launch titles lined up like Metal Slug and The King of Fighters 2002!
But that’s not all! In another fascinating turn of events, Marcus Thompson explores the complexities and controversies surrounding offline conversions of online games in his latest piece, “Controversy in Japan Over Online Games Going Offline” (). Dive into the heated debate sparked by a fan-made offline version of NieR Reincarnation and learn about the challenges developers face when transforming multiplayer-oriented titles into solo experiences.
And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, Bruno Pferd has dropped another exciting bombshell on his blog! Titled “Metal Slug: SNK Announces a Reboot Episode, Could it Release on NeoGeo AES+?!” (), this April 2026 post celebrates the NEOGEO franchise’s 35th anniversary and METAL SLUG’s 30th, with SNK announcing a reboot of the classic series. While details are still scarce, fans are abuzz with speculation about potential releases on modern platforms like NeoGeo AES+. Head over to join the conversation and stay ahead of the latest retro gaming news! Phew, it’s been a big week for gaming enthusiasts!
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|---|---|
| Official Name | SNK vs. Capcom Card Fighters' Clash - SNK Card Fighter's Version |
| Brief Summary | SNK vs. Capcom: Card Fighters' Clash, released in 1999 for the Neo Geo Pocket Color handheld console, was the first crossover between SNK and Capcom. Characters in the game are illustrated in the super deformed (chibi) art style. There are two complementary versions of the game: the SNK version and the Capcom version. Each version of the game has a different starting deck and different exclusive cards that can be obtained, but the gameplay remains the same, with card battles resembling a somewhat simplified version of Magic: The Gathering, in which a maximum of three fighters are allowed in each player's field at any given moment and there is no mana to be spent to place them in the field. |
| Platforms | Neo Geo Pocket Color |
| Released | November 21, 1999 |
| Genre | Strategy, Card & Board Game |
| Play Modes | Single player, Multiplayer |
| Languages | Chinese (Traditional) |
| Genre | SNK |
| Genre | SNK |
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- Wolfgang Krauser gameplay trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, launches next week alongside major update for 1st anniversary(/news/2026/apr/17/krauser-trailer-fatal-fury)Wolfgang Krauser gameplay trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, launches next week alongside major update for 1st anniversary(/news/2026/apr/17/krauser-trailer-fatal-fury)eventhubs.com
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- Wolfgang Krauser's Gameplay Trailer Released for Fatal Fury: City of the WolvesWolfgang Krauser's Gameplay Trailer Released for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolvesgames.mxdwn.com
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - Official Wolfgang Krauser TrailerFatal Fury: City of the Wolves - Official Wolfgang Krauser Trailerign.com
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