King of Fighters: AFK has officially entered Early Access on Steam, marking a major milestone for the mobile and PC RPG adaptation of the legendary SNK fighting franchise. Developed by KoF Studio in collaboration with SNK Corporation, the game blends classic King of Fighters characters, lore, and team-based combat with turn-based RPG mechanics and gacha-style progression. What’s New in Early Access: Playable Characters: Over 30 legendary fighters from the KOF series are available, including iconic teams like Kyo Kusanagi, Iori Yagami, Benimaru Nikaido, Leona Heidern, K', and Chris. Turn-Based Combat: Strategic, team-based battles where players build synergistic lineups using character abilities, elemental types, and team combos. AFK Mechanic: Characters auto-fight in missions and dungeons while you're away, allowing for passive progression and resource gathering. Story Mode: A reimagined narrative featuring new story arcs and cutscenes that expand on the lore of the KOF universe. Customizable Teams: Players can craft unique team builds using elemental affinities (Fire, Water, Earth, etc.) and team synergy mechanics. Raid Dungeons & PvP: Regular seasonal events, ranked leaderboards, and cooperative raids against powerful bosses. Early Access Features: Cross-progression between PC and mobile (via SNK Account). Daily quests, login rewards, and event-based content. In-game currency and gacha system (with guaranteed pulls and pity mechanics). Upcoming features include character fusion, elite team formations, and multiplayer guild battles. Platform Availability: PC (Steam) – Early Access now live. Mobile (iOS & Android) – Launching later in 2024 with full sync to PC. Developer Notes: "We're excited to bring the heart of King of Fighters into a new genre experience. AFK isn’t just a mobile game—it’s a tribute to 25 years of KOF legacy, with deep strategy, nostalgic characters, and endless progression. Thank you to the fans for their passion!" — SNK KoF Studio Team Pricing: Base Game (Early Access): $29.99 USD Season Pass (includes 150+ exclusive skins, 300+ items, and 2000+ gacha points): $24.99 Free-to-Play Mode: Available with limited roster and daily missions. 🔥 Get it now on Steam: King of Fighters: AFK – Early Access Launch Whether you're a long-time KOF fan or new to the series, King of Fighters: AFK offers a fresh, strategic way to relive the battles of your favorite fighters—now in early access. Stay tuned for updates, new characters, and major seasonal events! 🎮 The battle is not over—just getting started.

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🎮 The King of Fighters: AFK RPG Now in Early Access! 🎮
Available now on Android in Canada & Thailand — global launch coming soon!

Netmarble brings the legendary fighting franchise into the AFK RPG world with The King of Fighters, now live in early access for players in Canada and Thailand. All progress made during early access will carry over when the game launches globally — so don’t miss out!

🔥 What’s in Early Access?

• Mature, a powerful Orochi clan fighter, available to collect now.
• Iconic characters like Iori Yagami and Leona Heidern – fans of the classic arcade series, rejoice!
• Nostalgic retro pixel-art aesthetic, reimagined for modern mobile.
• 5v5 strategic team battles with deep tactical depth.
• Regular in-game events with generous rewards.
• Fully AFK gameplay — fight while you sleep and level up automatically!

🌟 Pre-Register Now (Global Players!)
Even if you're outside Canada and Thailand, you can pre-register on the Google Play Store and unlock amazing rewards:

• 3,000 free draws
• Vice, an Orochi-powered warrior
• Iori Yagami and Leona Heidern — free for all pre-registrants!

The King of Fighters franchise has thrilled fans since the 1990s with over 15 titles. Now, it’s time to team up, collect legends, and fight your way to victory — all while you’re busy with life.

👉 Pre-register today and get ready for the ultimate nostalgic adventure!

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