THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 is a single player casual fighting game. It received neutral reviews from players.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 is a popular 2D VS fighting game featuring engaging single-player modes. It offers good gameplay with smooth controls and visually appealing, high-quality graphics. Fans of classic fighting games will enjoy its dynamic combat and competitive style.

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54%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,260 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

Great mix of arcade complexity with simple inputs, making it accessible yet challenging.
The game has good graphics and gameplay, providing a nostalgic experience for long-time fans.
The developers have made improvements over time, fixing major issues and enhancing playability.

The game frequently crashes, especially during character selection, making it unplayable for many users.
There are significant issues with screen resolution and aspect ratio, leading to a less than optimal experience on newer devices.
Lack of multiplayer options and controller support limits the gameplay experience compared to other platforms.

graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
46%
12%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews from users. While many praise the visuals as good or even great for a mobile fighter, others express disappointment with outdated graphics, lack of full-screen options, and issues with resolution on different devices. Some users also note that the graphics could benefit from updates to enhance clarity and adapt to modern screen sizes.
- “Great graphics, sound, amazing gameplay!”
- “Current gen graphics and fun with a DS3 powered Hori Hayabusa and Kuro.”
- “Wish the game featured the scaling effect but graphics are still great for a game played on your phone.”
- “Wish they updated the graphics a bit and updated the screen resolution to fit longer screens.”
- “This game's graphics look very old.”
- “Graphics are not sharp; it was obviously made to run at the specific size of the old iPhone resolution, which is super pathetic.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics, responsive controls, and enjoyable experience, especially for a mobile fighter. While many users appreciate the depth and variety of content, some report issues with crashes and menu responsiveness, suggesting room for improvement. The game is considered one of the best fighting games on mobile, with beautiful graphics and a diverse character roster, though players hope for enhancements like adjustable display settings.
- “Great game and great gameplay!”
- “It has great gameplay, solid roster, it is easy to grab but quite challenging, the animation and sprites are beautiful.”
- “Best fighting game on the cell phone out there, fantastic gameplay, decent roster, along with an amazing soundtrack.”
- “I have to worry about accidentally touching Samsung's home button during gameplay because it's not in full screen.”
- “Good fighting game but a little hard to get the mechanics down such as drive cancels, etc. Also, menu controls are terrible and non-responsive.”
- “Don't know if anyone else has this problem but on the paid version for me movies work but the game just keeps crashing when I start the gameplay or if me or my opponent use a special attack.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is severely criticized, with multiple users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches, particularly during character selection. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to run smoothly, leading to requests for refunds. Overall, the game appears to have significant stability issues across various devices.
- “Every time I try to play, it freezes and quits. I wish I could get a refund.”
- “Currently freezes and crashes on palette selection.”
- “This game glitches for real... please do not purchase it... it won't run.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game currently lacks a dedicated story mode, which has disappointed many users who are requesting its addition. While players appreciate the gameplay, they feel that the absence of a narrative element detracts from the overall experience.
- “I'm sorry for what I said; you did awesome! Can you put Salki and story mode, please update?”
- “Please add story mode; it desperately needs a full resolution for Samsung SGS4-5. I know how hard it is to recreate a game like KOF on a mobile device, but please focus on these minor bugs.”
- “But can you please add Evil Ash, Saiki, and story mode to this?”
- “Also, one more thing, there isn't a story mode in this game.”
- “Great game, but no story mode :(”
- “But can you please add Evil Ash, Saiki, and a story mode to this?”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some users expressing disappointment due to performance issues and instability, particularly on newer devices and specific hardware configurations. However, others report a smooth gameplay experience without lag, indicating that optimization may vary depending on the device used.
- “It runs smoothly, plays well, and not one lag.”
- “Not optimized for new devices that have wide screens... so disappointed. I want this game so badly. Sad.”
- “I'm giving you one star for now; the game has serious performance issues and is completely unstable. Sort it out.”
- “Not optimized for MTK SoC, I think.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the gameplay experience being interrupted by the Samsung home button, which detracts from the emotional immersion. The presence of a special movies icon is appreciated as it helps alleviate some of these issues, allowing players to focus more on the emotional aspects of the game.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The game offers a $0.99 sale price with no advertisements in the free version and no in-app purchases, providing a great gameplay experience and impressive graphics.
- “No in-app purchases, great gameplay and graphics!”
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game is completely free to play without any paywalls.”
- “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I find it frustrating that essential features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The in-game purchases are way too expensive for what they offer, and it feels like a cash grab.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the overall quality of the game but express a desire for more playable characters to enhance its replayability.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting it as an amazing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, complementing the fantastic gameplay and decent character roster.
- “Best fighting game on the cell phone out there, fantastic gameplay, decent roster, along with an amazing soundtrack.”

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 is a casual fighting game.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 was developed by SNK CORPORATION.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS-A 2012 is a single player game.

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