The King of Fighters AFK Launches Metal Slug 3 Collaboration Update
LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 11, 2026 - Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, today launched a new collaboration update for its AFK RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK. Players can experience Legendary fighters and fresh content inspired by SNK's classic action game METAL SLUG 3.
As part of the collaboration, three iconic characters from METAL SLUG 3 (Eri Kasamoto, Marco Rossi, and Fio Germi) arrive as new Legendary fighters. Players will have a chance to acquire Eri Kasamoto and Marco Rossi through special Pick-Up Events from February 11 to March 10, while Fio Germi will join the roster on February 15.
Special events and dungeons to celebrate the collaboration are also available through March 10:
Additionally, the METAL SLUG 3 Collaboration Event will run from February 17 to March 10, offering opportunities to obtain the Legendary pets Pocket Mars People and Pocket SV-001. Players can also earn bonus rewards by discovering hidden Ichimonji Hyakutaro throughout the game.
Alongside the collaboration update, THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is rolling out a new Challenge Dungeon and a dedicated returning player event. The new Challenge Dungeon, Count Down Operation, offers a tactical experience where players can strategically build up to five decks with a total roster of up to 25 fighters to defeat bosses.
Returning players who resume play on the server they previously played on will receive 14 days of returning benefits, and a Return Celebration Pass will offer chances to obtain Orochi, Orochi Iori, and Orochi Leona. Players who return but transfer to a different server will also receive special benefits. More details are available on the official forum.
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 25 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 Re:BIRTH, Raven2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.Netmarble.com.
ⓒ SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ⓒ Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble Neo Inc. 2024 All Rights Reserved.
As part of the collaboration, three iconic characters from METAL SLUG 3 (Eri Kasamoto, Marco Rossi, and Fio Germi) arrive as new Legendary fighters. Players will have a chance to acquire Eri Kasamoto and Marco Rossi through special Pick-Up Events from February 11 to March 10, while Fio Germi will join the roster on February 15.
Special events and dungeons to celebrate the collaboration are also available through March 10:
- METAL SLUG 3 Collab Check-In: Log in during the event period to earn rewards, such as the Legendary fighter Marco Rossi on Day 1 and the Legendary pet Pocket SV-001 which is inspired by the signature METAL SLUG tank vehicle, on Day 7.
- Event Dungeon: Final Mission & Air Defense: In this score based dungeon, players will team up with familiar bosses from THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK to take down Roots Mars of Disaster, a KOF-style reimagining of METAL SLUG 3's final boss Roots Mars. Players can earn ranking rewards based on their scores, and daily play rewards grants event currency used in Air Defense.
- In Air Defense, players can use the currency to access a special draw event featuring METAL SLUG 3 characters Tarma Roving, Donald Morden, and Aikawa Madoka as Legendary supporters, along with fan-favorite character Ichimonji Hyakutaro as a Unique supporter.
- Event Dungeon: Assault Mission: Take on this limited-time tower-mode event dungeon and clear each stage to earn Fighter Tokens, which can be used to summon collaboration fighters.
Additionally, the METAL SLUG 3 Collaboration Event will run from February 17 to March 10, offering opportunities to obtain the Legendary pets Pocket Mars People and Pocket SV-001. Players can also earn bonus rewards by discovering hidden Ichimonji Hyakutaro throughout the game.
Alongside the collaboration update, THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is rolling out a new Challenge Dungeon and a dedicated returning player event. The new Challenge Dungeon, Count Down Operation, offers a tactical experience where players can strategically build up to five decks with a total roster of up to 25 fighters to defeat bosses.
Returning players who resume play on the server they previously played on will receive 14 days of returning benefits, and a Return Celebration Pass will offer chances to obtain Orochi, Orochi Iori, and Orochi Leona. Players who return but transfer to a different server will also receive special benefits. More details are available on the official forum.
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 25 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 Re:BIRTH, Raven2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.Netmarble.com.
ⓒ SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ⓒ Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble Neo Inc. 2024 All Rights Reserved.
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