The King of Fighters AFK launches early access in Canada and Thailand for Android and iOS

The King of Fighters AFK is now available for early access in Thailand and Canada! Fans in these regions can download the game immediately from Google Play or the iOS App Store. Early access players are guaranteed to recruit Mature from the Orochi Clan.

While the closure of King of Fighters Allstar may disappoint some, King of Fighters AFK offers a fresh take on the franchise, presenting a retro RPG-inspired mobile experience. Netmarble has confirmed that player progress from early access will carry over to the full release.

This new mobile title features iconic characters from the beat-'em-up series, allowing players to build diverse teams and engage in 5v5 battles. Unlike King of Fighters Allstar, which included notable crossovers (like WWE), KoF AFK adopts a distinct genre.

The game faces stiff competition for fan loyalty. However, the Neo-Geo Pocket-inspired sprites and the guaranteed addition of Mature to early access players' rosters might entice some. Whether it can win over skeptical fans remains to be seen.

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