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The first officially licensed, comprehensive history of one of gaming's most legendary fighting franchises.
Unlock the ultimate chronicle of fighting game royalty
If you're passionate about fighting games, you already know that The King of Fighters holds a legendary status in the genre. But have you ever wondered about the untold stories behind its creation, the artists who crafted its iconic pixel art, or how it became a cultural phenomenon? This officially licensed book from Bitmap Books delivers everything you've been waiting for in stunning detail.
An Unprecedented Deep Dive Into KOF History
For the first time ever, SNK has opened its archives to create the definitive history of The King of Fighters. Across 544 lavishly illustrated pages, you'll discover exclusive interviews with the original development team including Masaaki Kukino, Masanori Kuwasashi, and other key figures who shaped the franchise. These creators share never-before-revealed insights about how they brought characters like Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami to life, developed the series' distinctive fighting mechanics, and created those unforgettable story narratives.
You'll also hear from the voice actors who gave personality to your favorite fighters, explore the evolution of the series from its roots in Art of Fighting and Fatal Fury through to KOF XV, and immerse yourself in hundreds of pieces of rare concept art, character designs, and promotional materials that have never been published before.
Premium Quality Worthy of the King
Bitmap Books has crafted this volume with the same attention to detail that SNK brought to the games themselves. The hardcover edition features a striking black foil-blocked cover, sewn binding that allows the book to lay completely flat for optimal viewing of spectacular double-page spreads, and edge-to-edge lithographic printing using special Pantone inks. At 210mm × 297mm, it's the perfect size for appreciating every pixel of artwork in full glory. A bookmark ribbon helps you keep your place as you explore decades of fighting game excellence.
Whether you're a longtime KOF veteran who remembers the thrill of KOF '94 in the arcades or a newer player discovering the series through recent entries, this comprehensive visual history belongs on your shelf. The King of Fighters: The Ultimate History is your passport to understanding one of gaming's most enduring and beloved franchises.
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