Netmarble's The King of Fighters AFK Unveils New Fighter "Mai Shiranui" and Club Battle System

LOS ANGELES - OCTOBER 2, 2025 - Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has released a new update for its brand-new AFK RPG, THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK. This update introduces a new Fighter, special seasonal check-in event and additional content updates.

Starting today, players can experience Mai Shiranui as a playable fighter. Mai is a Kunoichi, also known as a female ninja, and the successor of the Shiranui style of ninja arts who uses large fans as weapons. Players can take part in Mai Shiranui Pick-Up Event until October 15 to receive a greater chance to acquire Mai. Additionally, the [Fury] Synergy Pick-Up Summon Event is running during the same period, offering an increased opportunity to summon fighters with the [Fury] Synergy. 

Additional in-game events are available for players to experience, including the “Blessings of the Full Moon” Event (October 2 - October 15) that offers up to 500,000 Rubies. Players can earn special Secret Acorn Box by logging in, which can be unlocked by answering quiz questions posted on the official forum and social channels where the rewards will be revealed. The Happy Picnic Event is now live until October 8 that provides players with an opportunity to receive a Legendary Pet “Terius.” 

The new update also features the introduction of “Club Battle” system and a new Console Skill system that allows players to activate their exclusive skills during the combat and unleash fancy AoE skills. The maximum levels of the Main Stages, Gold Rush Dungeon, Paradox Research Lab Dungeon, Influence, and other content have also been expanded. Players can now challenge up to Stage 18,000, unlocking even more rewards and progression. 

THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is based on SNK's “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” IP. The game features iconic fighters from “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” series reimagined in pixel art graphics that gamers are familiar with from THE KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 on NEOGEO POCKET COLOR, allowing players to build their own team of favorite Fighters and enjoy dynamic combats. The excitement intensifies with 5v5 team battles, and players can strategically create their decks by combining up to 15 different Fighters and formations.

For the latest news and information on THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, visit the official website and follow the game's Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube channels. 

“THE KING OF FIGHTERS” is an iconic fighting game series that led the fighting game craze in the 1990s, with over 15 titles released to date. THE KING OF FIGHTERS and its Fighters have been receiving strong support among fans around the globe for decades as the series' systems and stories have evolved over time. 

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble's diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

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