The King of Fighters ’97 is a 2D fighting game developed and published by SNK for the Neo Geo arcade (MVS) and home (AES) systems. It is the fourth entry in the series and the finale of the Orochi Saga. Players form three-fighter teams and battle in one-on-one rounds, choosing between Advanced and Extra gameplay modes.
How To Play The King of Fighters ’97
Control
Action
Joystick (8-way)
Move, jump, crouch, and block
A Button
Light punch
B Button
Light kick
C Button
Strong punch
D Button
Strong kick
A + B
Evasive roll
C + D
Blowback attack (knockback)
Select
Insert coin / add credit
Start
Start game and confirm menu selections
About The King of Fighters ’97
Release date
Arcade (WW): July 28, 1997 · Neo Geo AES (WW): September 25, 1997 · Neo Geo CD (WW): October 30, 1997
Developer
SNK
Publisher
SNK
Platform
Neo Geo (Arcade MVS, AES), Neo Geo CD; later PlayStation, Sega Saturn
Sheldon has spent over a decade immersed in retro gaming, from NES classics to arcade gems. He's deeply passionate about preserving gaming history and helping others rediscover these timeless titles. When he's not gaming, Shaun writes about the evolution of video games and their cultural impact.
