Play The King Of Fighters EX - Neo Blood (EU) Online

The King of Fighters EX: Neo Blood came out for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, developed by Marvelous Entertainment and published by Sammy Studios in Europe. It was part of that wave of fighting games trying to bring arcade-style action to the handheld, a time when having a full team-based fighter in your pocket still felt like a novelty. The game builds on the King of Fighters tradition but carves its own path with an original story and some exclusive characters.

You control a team of three fighters, swapping them in and out between rounds as you work through a series of one-on-one matches. The main objective is to win the tournament by defeating all opposing teams, which involves learning each character’s special moves and managing your super meter for bigger attacks. Signature mechanics include performing desperation moves when your health is low and utilizing the tactical advantage of your teammates’ assists. The pacing is brisk, and the AI can put up a stiff challenge, especially in later fights. It feels responsive and satisfying to land a well-timed combo on the small screen.