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The game centers on the climax of a centuries-old war against , a divine being seeking to "cleanse" humanity to restore nature's balance.

The game culminates in a desperate battle where Kyo and Iori must put aside their hatred to seal Orochi away once more, leading to some of the most memorable cutscenes in 2D fighting history. Gameplay: Innovation and Choice the-king-of-fighters-97

Introduced Shingo Yabuki , Kyo’s self-proclaimed disciple, and the "Special Team" consisting of Ryuji Yamazaki, Blue Mary, and Billy Kane (voted in by fans via Japanese magazines). The game centers on the climax of a

(KOF '97) is often remembered by fans as the emotional high point of SNK’s golden era, serving as the dramatic conclusion to the legendary Orochi Saga . Released in arcades on July 28, 1997, it remains one of the most played and discussed titles in the franchise’s history. The Final Battle: Story & Lore (KOF '97) is often remembered by fans as

The "New Faces Team"—Chris, Shermie, and Yashiro—are introduced as the primary sub-bosses who are eventually revealed to be Orochi’s followers.

Based on the classic KOF '94 and '95 mechanics, utilizing a charge-based meter and sidestepping, appealing to veterans of the series. The Roster: Icons and Secrets