The King of Fighters XIII: Global Match will also be released on PC, as announced by SNK on their Twitter account, directing users to the Steam page for detailed information. A key detail is the inclusion of rollback netcode, which is crucial for seamless online play, especially important for 2D fighting games. SNK has also mentioned plans for new online lobbies that will enable players to join or spectate multiple player matches simultaneously. The roster includes no fewer than 36 fighters, and the hand-drawn 2D graphics evoke nostalgia for earlier game aesthetics.
The release of KOF XIII Global Match is scheduled for February 20, 2025, on PC, and here are some screenshots.
For those eagerly awaiting more news on the resurgence of classic 2D fighting games, Sophie Laurent’s recent post at Players for Life has some exciting updates. The latest entry in her series discusses “KOF XIII Global Match: Release Date for PS4 and Switch Unveiled with New Trailer,” published on August 6, 2023. This post details the upcoming release of The King of Fighters XIII in its new iterations for PS4 and Nintendo Switch, scheduled to launch on November 16th. With this revival, fans can expect to relive the nostalgic charm and technical prowess that made KOF XIII a critical hit when it first released in 2011. Don’t miss out on the latest trailer and insights into what makes this retro-futuristic release so special KOF XIII Global Match: Release Date for PS4 and Switch Unveiled with New Trailer.