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Literal decades after the original release of THE KING OF FIGHTERS 98, you can now get KOF 98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION for the Playstation 4 as of 21 June 2022 through the Playstation Store.
As its name suggests, the game features the new “Ultimate Mode” system, game balance adjustments, with added Challenge Mode and Practice Modes. Most importantly, this title has rollback netcode for online matches!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION, a fully tuned-up version of KOF ’98 which is still an immensely popular game in the KOF series, is finally coming to PlayStation®4!
Based on KOF ’98, this new “ULTIMATE MATCH” features a unique new “Ultimate Mode” system and game balance adjustments. Various game modes such as “Challenge Mode” and “Practice Mode” have also been added!
In addition, this title adopts rollback netcode for its online matches. Online lobbies can accommodate up to nine players and features a spectator mode. Online functions have also been greatly overhauled, including a replay function for battles and settings for matchmaking conditions!
Aim for the top by winning the ultimate battle between 64 popular characters from KOF’s history!
For more details on the game’s features, you can check out the game’s overview through the official website here.
