The King of Fighters 2003
The Ash Crimson Saga begins with revolutionary Leader Switch system and 3v3 tag-team battles. Features Duo Lon and Shen Woo as new fighters, and the return of classic characters.
Platform
arcade
Year
2003
Genre
Fighting
Developer
SNK Playmore
Controls
About This Game
Introduced real-time character switching during matches (Leader Switch)
Began the new story arc centered on Ash Crimson and the Those from the Past organization
Simplified combo system with new 'Quick Shift' and 'Saving Shift' mechanics
First KOF developed under SNK Playmore banner after company restructuring
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