The King of Fighters XIII: Steam Edition

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  • Summary: With a roster featuring over 30 hand-drawn fighters, a number of detailed stages bursting with life, over a half dozen play modes, a refined fighting engine built for speed and complete with new moves and supers, a vastly improved Online mode, and a host of other additions, tweaks, andWith a roster featuring over 30 hand-drawn fighters, a number of detailed stages bursting with life, over a half dozen play modes, a refined fighting engine built for speed and complete with new moves and supers, a vastly improved Online mode, and a host of other additions, tweaks, and enhancements, THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII represents a rebirth for one of gaming's longest tenured franchises and one of the most popular fighting brands ever.… Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. ZTGD
    Sep 17, 2013
    92
    If you’re into fighting games and have yet to try out KOF, you should definitely check out the Steam Edition.
  2. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 24, 2013
    91
    The PC version of The King of Fighters XIII is the best on the market, due its flawless netcode and the inclusion of the DLC's contents in the base pack.
  3. Gameblog.fr
    Sep 23, 2013
    80
    KOF XIII on PC is the best version of the game. All the DLC are included and the net code has been deeply improved. The real 2D versus games lovers will love it.
  4. Armchair Empire
    Oct 25, 2013
    80
    With a large roster of characters to choose from, the focus of three-on-three fights, and the overall art style and sensibility, King of Fighters XIII really does feel good to play.
  5. DarkZero
    Oct 30, 2013
    70
    As a modern reinvention, The King of Fighters XIII is everything longtime fans could hope for, and a sufficient cleansing of the disappointing KoF XII. It’s too bad that SNK couldn’t cater more to newbie players just tuning in, but even with the confusing third act storyline, the tight gameplay and character variety might prove enough to make those late bloomers into newly converted fans.
  6. PC Gamer
    Nov 5, 2013
    62
    A fine combat system soured by poorly explained complexity, and a lovely looking game let down by a lack of graphics options.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. Caedes
    Sep 22, 2013
    10
    Simply the best. I can't stop playing.

    Honestly the netcode could be a tad bit better but it is very good as it is. Some people blame the    Simply the best. I can't stop playing.

    Honestly the netcode could be a tad bit better but it is very good as it is.
    Some people blame the netcode because their computer is slow or because they live in an island in the middle of the pacific. Realistically, apart from Skullgirls you won't find a better netcode.    … Expand
  2. FilemonBR
    Aug 21, 2016
    10
    Melhor the king of fighters ate hoje, um tapa na cara dos "acabou na saga ororchi"
    graficos sprites bem feitos, e feito para ser jogado em    Melhor the king of fighters ate hoje, um tapa na cara dos "acabou na saga ororchi"
    graficos sprites bem feitos, e feito para ser jogado em competições , o final da melhor saga    … Expand
  4. Arthandas
    Nov 2, 2013
    10
    36 completely different characters (no moveset clones like Ryu & Ken) of varying types (projectile based, grapplers, chargers...)
    * 23 very     36 completely different characters (no moveset clones like Ryu & Ken) of varying types (projectile based, grapplers, chargers...)
    * 23 very detailed stages (many of them change visually from round to round!)
    * Deep and elaborate combat mechanics (4 different cancels, 4 different jumps, rolls, techs, guard rolls/knockdowns, specials, supers and ultras which can also be EXed, HD mode...). You can stick to the basics for casual play or try to master the system, both hardcores and beginners should be happy!
    * Beautiful 2D graphic with not-so-2D effects.
    * A LOT of modes (arcade, time attack, survival, branching story mode, input trials, 3vs3 or 1vs1 versus, practice, online ranked or casual matches).
    * A LOT of extras (artwork and movie gallery, character colors customization, SFX test, icons...).

    All in all, best 2D fighting game since Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.    … Expand
  5. ZarosLeonhart
    Mar 3, 2016
    9
    This game is great. One of the best of KOFs games and on of best 2D fighting games on PC. The system is great, the net code is very good. IThis game is great. One of the best of KOFs games and on of best 2D fighting games on PC. The system is great, the net code is very good. I won't give 10, because, personally, a preferthe system of KOF XI (for PS2).… Expand
  6. Gzhindra
    Sep 13, 2013
    9
    The graphics are a bit outdated but apart from that it is as good as it can be. That is if you like deep fighting games with steep learningThe graphics are a bit outdated but apart from that it is as good as it can be. That is if you like deep fighting games with steep learning curves. The roster is very large and the characters are charismatics or at least most of them.

    But this is no news as this game has been out there for a while. The real question mark with the steam edition was the netcode and they delivered. It is nothing like Mortal Kombat or Street Fighter x Tekken. It is even superior to SSF4 by a large margin. Actually it is on part with Skullgirls’ who uses GGPO. Even against awful connections it is quite smooth. Very impressive. I’m going to play this game for a very long time.

    A fighting stick is highly advisable.    … Expand
  7. BasilZero
    Sep 6, 2014
    9
    Game: The King Of Fighters XIII Steam Edition
    Genre: Fighting
    Developer: SNK Playmore System: Steam (PC) Total Score: 90/100 Value    Game: The King Of Fighters XIII Steam Edition
    Genre: Fighting
    Developer: SNK Playmore
    System: Steam (PC)
    Total Score: 90/100
    Value Score: 9 /10

    • Story: 8/10
    • Characters: 9/10
    • GamePlay: 9/10
    • Graphics: 10/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 8/10
    • Length: 7/10
    • Replay Value: 10/10
    • Player Value: 9/10

    Pros
    +Has a fully fledged storyline in the form of a visual novel that has 3 different scenarios and routes filled with cutscenes in each.
    +Healthy cast of characters from various King of Fighters games
    +A lot of great content and different modes such as Arcade, Story, Online, Mission, etc
    +Great tutorial mode
    +A gallery mode which consists of Music, artwork and cutscenes
    +Allows you to customize character appearances (with colors though)
    +Includes all characters which were originally DLCs on console versions
    +Well designed sprites and backgrounds
    +Great quality sound and music

    Cons
    -Few noticeable playable characters missing such as Chang, Mary, etc but still appear in the storyline
    -The final bosses can be unforgiving in terms of balance and difficulty
    -Still no option to play as a single character campaign (but I guess that is a given considering its KoF)    … Expand
  8. AresP
    Apr 1, 2017
    0
    Never had the chance to play the game though I bought it through Steam. They sell a broken product as when I tried to launch it it wouldn'tNever had the chance to play the game though I bought it through Steam. They sell a broken product as when I tried to launch it it wouldn't stop saying '' The game data is corrupted ''. Requested a refund 2 days ago and they still didn't review the case. Terrible Steam service.… Expand

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