THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION

Released Jun 2017

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!

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Evaluation

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION launched on June 15, 2017 with a roster of 50 base characters. All post-launch DLC content was delivered across two Upgrade Packs: the first released alongside the game on June 15, 2017, and the second on April 12, 2018. Both packs are fully released, and no additional DLC is listed on the store. The store description presents the "Ultimate Pack" as a bundled collection of all available content — 8 DLC characters, 10 DLC costumes, a digital artbook, and a digital soundtrack — framing the game as a complete package. There are no unreleased DLC entries and no developer communications announcing future content. SNK has since released THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV (2022), indicating the studio has moved on. The game's content was complete as of April 12, 2018, when the final DLC pack shipped.
Evidence
Upgrade Pack #2 released on April 12, 2018 — the final DLC entry in the store listing
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The Ultimate Pack is presented as a complete collection of all available DLC content: 8 characters, 10 costumes, artbook, and soundtrack — no future content referenced
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Content

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Media

Details

Publisher
SNK CORPORATION
Achievements
48
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP · Local/Split Screen

About this game

KOF XIV is the newest entry in the acclaimed THE KING OF FIGHTERS series of fighting games. Lead by veteran creator and FATAL FURY creator Yasuyuki Oda, KOF XIV takes the iconic gameplay that the series is known for while implementing new 3D visuals, a first for a mainline entry in the series! Featuring a robust roster of 50 characters in the base game along with 4 DLC characters, including both returning fan favorites and new characters, this entry is perfect for veterans and newcomers alike!

KOF XIV STEAM EDITION ULTIMATE PACK

The ULTIMATE PACK includes the following bonus content:

・8 DLC characters

Blue Mary, Najd, Heidern, Oswald, Rock Howard, Vanessa, Ryuji Yamazaki, Whip

・10 DLC Costumes

CLASSIC KYO / NIGHTMARE GEESE / ATHENA '98 Version / SHUN'EI: Kung-Fu Suit / NAKORURU: Kamuikotan Girls' School Uniform / CLASSIC IORI / MEITENKUN: Pajamas / KULA: Sundress / SYLVIE: Little Red Riding Hood / ANGEL: Diabla

・Digital Artbook

Includes never-before-seen concept art and design materials for all 4 DLC characters. KOF fans should not miss out on this!

・Digital Soundtrack

A special soundtrack that includes recently released tracks, for a total of 30 tracks that you can enjoy at any time.

KOF XIV STEAM EDITION

DLC content:

・Two FREE DLC Costumes!

Kyo Kusanagi (CLASSIC KYO) and Geese Howard (NIGHTMARE GEESE)

GAME FEATURES:

・58 Fighters: One of the largest character rosters ever in the KOF Series!

In addition to the original roster of 50 characters, 8 DLC characters join the fight! Iconic characters as well as new challengers duke it out in KOF XIV STEAM EDITION for epic battles.

・New Chapter: A brand New Kof Saga!

The KOF Series' storyline has been continuing over the OROCHI, NESTS, and ASH sagas. KOF's rich story has NOT finished, and returns in a brand new exciting story arc with KOF XIV STEAM EDITION.

・3-on-3: KOF’s traditional game system is back!

Select your favorite 3 fighters from the game's robust character roster, and fight to victory via KOF's traditional "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system.

・A Plethora Of Game Modes

KOF XIV STEAM EDITION features a large variety of game modes such as STORY MODE, VS MODE, and a GALLERY MODE for the best KOF experience ever.

・PARTY BATTLE: A new fighting game experience

Duke it out with as many as six people (three players on each team) in VS Online "PARTY BATTLE"! Feel the heat of an authentic fighting game tournament experience.

・RUSH: A new feature aimed at easing beginners into the battle system

The newly introduced “RUSH” feature allows even novice players to perform combos by pressing Light Punch repeatedly.

・Climax Cancel: Ultimate Combos!

The combo system has evolved in KOF XIV, allowing players to execute a CLIMAX SUPER SPECIAL MOVE from a SUPER SPECIAL MOVE in the same combo for astonishing damage.

Last evaluated Sep 1, 2026
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