The King of Fighters '97 / ザ・キング・オブ・ファイターズ'97 (Hero Team)

The King of Fighters '97 is a 2D fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade system in 1997. It is the fourth main entry in the King of Fighters series and concludes the Orochi Saga, a central storyline that began in KOF '95. KOF '97 features a roster of 35 playable characters, including returning teams, new fighters like Shingo Yabuki and the New Faces Team (Yashiro, Shermie, and Chris), and secret versions of characters such as Orochi Iori and Orochi Leona. The game introduces two distinct play styles: Advanced Mode, based on KOF '96 mechanics, and Extra Mode, inspired by KOF '94 and '95. Each mode offers different meter systems and movement options, allowing for varied strategies. The game was praised for its tight gameplay, multiple endings, and dramatic story elements, culminating in the battle against Orochi, the final boss. KOF '97 is considered a fan favorite and a key installment in the evolution of the series. #vewlix #neogeo #kof97 #retrogaming