Play | Kof 2002

Activates Max Mode from a neutral state. A timer bar appears, allowing you to cancel special moves into other special moves.

Avoid throwing out raw Desperation Moves. Save your meter for Guard Cancels to escape dangerous pressure, or to confirm into high-damage combos.

Your comeback specialist. This character must have devastating MAX Mode combos and highly effective MAX2 moves. Top choices include Kim, Iori, or Chris. Top-Tier Characters for Beginners and Veterans play kof 2002

For the best online experience with other players, and the Steam version of Unlimited Match are your top choices.

You need modern tutorials (the game teaches you nothing). You dislike SNK's "hold button to charge" special moves. You can't handle a high skill floor—new players will lose a lot at first. Activates Max Mode from a neutral state

Starting with characters who have "shoto-style" movesets (fireball and uppercut) is recommended to learn the game's rhythm. Terry Bogard

Can store up to 5 stock meters. Your comeback mechanic; use stored resources to unleash maximum damage combos. 3. Max Mode Activation (BC) Save your meter for Guard Cancels to escape

You can cancel special moves into Super Moves (Desperation Moves) using one stock of power.