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The King of Fighters XV, is the fifteenth installment of The King of Fighters series. Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV! Classic popular characters, heroes and villains revived from the dead, new challengers, and more!
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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64
Critics have mixed opinions on The King of Fighters XV Story Mode. Positive reviews praise character interactions and team cutscenes, while negative feedback criticizes the lack of depth and engaging narrative. Overall, the consensus leans towards disappointment, with many feeling the story falls flat and lacks innovation. Despite some highlights, the general sentiment is that the game misses the mark in delivering a truly captivating storytelling experience compared to other fighting game titles.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
64
Positive Reviews (80-100)
3%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
92%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
5%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics have mixed opinions on The King of Fighters XV Story Mode. Positive reviews praise character interactions and team cutscenes, while negative feedback criticizes the lack of depth and engaging narrative. Overall, the consensus leans towards disappointment, with many feeling the story falls flat and lacks innovation. Despite some highlights, the general sentiment is that the game misses the mark in delivering a truly captivating storytelling experience compared to other fighting game titles.
Gameplay Mechanics
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83
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its engaging gameplay mechanics, including Rush and Max modes. The game strikes a balance between accessibility for new players and complexity for competitive play. New features like Shatter Strike enhance combat depth. However, some critics note challenges like lack of beginner-friendliness and insufficient tutorials. Overall, the game shines with its deep combat system, diverse character roster, and fast-paced gameplay, appealing to fans and newcomers alike.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
83
Positive Reviews (80-100)
90%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
10%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its engaging gameplay mechanics, including Rush and Max modes. The game strikes a balance between accessibility for new players and complexity for competitive play. New features like Shatter Strike enhance combat depth. However, some critics note challenges like lack of beginner-friendliness and insufficient tutorials. Overall, the game shines with its deep combat system, diverse character roster, and fast-paced gameplay, appealing to fans and newcomers alike.
Graphics and Visual Design
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82
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its stunning graphics, vibrant character designs, and smooth animations, praising the balance between naturalism and anime aesthetics. While some noted recycled animations and inconsistencies in character detail, overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with reviewers highlighting the game's visual improvements from its predecessor and the joyous spectacle of special moves. The diverse roster of colorful characters and flashy effects add to the game's appeal, showcasing the power of next-gen hardware and the timeless charm of SNK.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
82
Positive Reviews (80-100)
70%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
30%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its stunning graphics, vibrant character designs, and smooth animations, praising the balance between naturalism and anime aesthetics. While some noted recycled animations and inconsistencies in character detail, overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with reviewers highlighting the game's visual improvements from its predecessor and the joyous spectacle of special moves. The diverse roster of colorful characters and flashy effects add to the game's appeal, showcasing the power of next-gen hardware and the timeless charm of SNK.
Music and Sound Design
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80
Critics mostly praise The King of Fighters XV for its extensive music catalog and unique sound design, with standout features like a customizable DJ Station. While some critics note room for improvement, overall feedback is positive, highlighting the exceptional soundtrack and nostalgic appeal for fans. The game's solid audio experience enhances gameplay and presentation, despite minor issues like limited voice work and user interface concerns.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
80
Positive Reviews (80-100)
65%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
35%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics mostly praise The King of Fighters XV for its extensive music catalog and unique sound design, with standout features like a customizable DJ Station. While some critics note room for improvement, overall feedback is positive, highlighting the exceptional soundtrack and nostalgic appeal for fans. The game's solid audio experience enhances gameplay and presentation, despite minor issues like limited voice work and user interface concerns.
Voice Acting
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Technical Performance
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83
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its stellar online gameplay on PS5 with smooth matches and great rollback netcode. Xbox Series X also sees improved online performance but faces issues with animations and AI. Overall, the game's technical performance receives positive reviews across platforms, with stable online play and seamless multiplayer experiences.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
83
Positive Reviews (80-100)
75%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
25%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Critics laud The King of Fighters XV for its stellar online gameplay on PS5 with smooth matches and great rollback netcode. Xbox Series X also sees improved online performance but faces issues with animations and AI. Overall, the game's technical performance receives positive reviews across platforms, with stable online play and seamless multiplayer experiences.
Replay Value
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72
The King of Fighters XV earns praise for its replay value with unlockable endings, diverse gameplay modes, and a large roster of characters that enhance the multiplayer experience. However, critics mention the lack of single-player content like survival modes and high score challenges, impacting replayability for offline players. Despite this, the game is recommended for fans of the fighting genre seeking competitive online play and varied gameplay experiences.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
72
Positive Reviews (80-100)
35%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
63%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
The King of Fighters XV earns praise for its replay value with unlockable endings, diverse gameplay modes, and a large roster of characters that enhance the multiplayer experience. However, critics mention the lack of single-player content like survival modes and high score challenges, impacting replayability for offline players. Despite this, the game is recommended for fans of the fighting genre seeking competitive online play and varied gameplay experiences.
Overall Verdict
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OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
78
Positive Reviews (80-100)
74%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
26%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
The King of Fighters XV impresses critics with its fast-paced action, stunning graphics, and deep fighting system, offering a polished and content-rich gameplay experience. While praised for its diverse character roster and robust online options, some critics highlight shortcomings such as lack of innovation and depth in the Story Mode. Overall, the game is recommended for fans of the series and fighting game enthusiasts for its refined gameplay mechanics and improved visuals, despite falling short in single-player content and groundbreaking features.
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Reviews
141 reviews found100
VG247
Feb 11, 2022
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King of Fighters 15 stays true to its roots as a classic arcade fighter, offering a visually appealing experience with diverse gameplay mechanics. Demands dedication and skill from players, providing a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.
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91
Xbox Tavern
Feb 16, 2022
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The reviewer is highly positive about the game, praising the combat, character designs, and expressing excitement.
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90
Gamers Heroes
Feb 11, 2022
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The King of Fighters XV is back and better than ever, with deep gameplay and impressive visuals. The inclusion of rollback netcode ensures a seamless online experience.
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90
Gamer Escape
Feb 11, 2022
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King of Fighters XV delivers a complex, engaging, and satisfying team fighter experience with deep gameplay, improved graphics, solid netcode, and mechanical changes, shattering expectations and earning a final score of 9/10.
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90
GameGrin
Feb 17, 2022
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The reviewer highly recommends King of Fighters XV, praising its gameplay, graphics, and replayability. They describe it as a great looking and fast-moving fighting game with a huge selection of fighters.
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