Street K-O Fighting

Game is yet another satisfying entry in the long-running series KStreet K-O Fighting

Street K-O Fighting is an unapologetically complex game with a learning curve that ramps up into a sheer wall at times and mod of Maximum Impact, but scaling that wall is a big part of the fun. Taking the time to explore the massive cast of fighters and master their intricate abilities is a test of dexterity and patience, but it delivers a satisfying experience perfect for those looking for a challenge to conquer. The transition to polygonal graphics from the historical sprites hasn’t exactly been kind to it, but this is still an excellent entry in the series.

There’s enough here to spend hours learning various moves, characters, and combinations and still feel as if you’ve barely scratched the surface. A total of 50 individual fighters provides nearly unparalleled variety when choosing just who to take with you onto the field of battle.

Eighteen of the combatants are all-new to the series with this game. Most of the new arrivals fit right in with the old favorites, who can harness various projectiles to confound opponents and pour on the pressure.

It ditches the intricate sprites found in recent games in the series in favor of 3D characters and backgrounds, though battles still take place on a 2D plane. This change is bound to turn off those who might favor the series' traditional visual style; however, the game's core fighting system lives up to the series’ legacy, offering new mechanics that expand upon those from its predecessor.

The pits your side against teams of three fighters in a series of Street K-O Fighting battles; when one character is defeated, the next one is brought into battle and a new round begins. Returning players will notice the difference in movement speed from past games right away; the game seemingly slows down the energetic action