Item: KOF 2000 ACA NEOGEO
Rating: 85
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

85/100

KOF 2000 ACA NEOGEO is a masterclass in how to preserve fighting game history for the mobile era. As the final title in the series produced by the original SNK before its transition, it carries a heavy legacy, and this port handles it beautifully. The 'Striker' system is at its absolute peak here, allowing for creative, high-energy combos that keep every match feeling dynamic. It’s not just a mindless button masher; it’s a tactical dance where timing your assists is as important as landing your specials.

The ACA NEOGEO wrapper provides the necessary modern comforts like quick saves, online rankings, and highly customizable virtual controls. While fighting games on touchscreens usually feel like a compromise, the responsiveness here is surprisingly crisp. For purists, connecting a Bluetooth controller turns your phone into a portable arcade cabinet. It’s a dense, stylish, and mechanically deep fighter that proves the NEOGEO era still has plenty of bite in 2026.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1613297344

$3.99 13+★4.3 9 reviews

Author : SNK CORPORATION

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Support Languages : English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

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NEOGEO's masterpiece games are now available in the app !!
And in recent years, SNK has partnered with Hamster Corporation to bring many of the classic games on the NEOGEO onto modern gaming environments through the ACA NEOGEO series. Now on smartphone, the difficulty and look NEOGEO games had back then can be reproduced through screen settings and options. Also, players can benefit from online features such as online ranking modes. More, it features quick save/load and virtual pad customization functions to support comfortable play within the app. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the masterpieces that are still supported to this day.
[Game introduction]
THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 is a fighting game released by SNK in 2000.
Featuring numerous improvements from KOF '99, KOF 2000 also introduces the all-new “Active Striker” system where players can enjoy exciting striker-based battle strategies.
Plenty of nostalgic characters from the SNK Universe appear as “another strikers”.
[Recommendation OS]
iOS 13 and above
© SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Arcade Archives Series Produced by HAMSTER Co.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
NEOGEO's masterpiece games are now available in the app !!
And in recent years, SNK has partnered with Hamster Corporation to bring many of the classic games on the NEOGEO onto modern gaming environments through the ACA NEOGEO series. Now on smartphone, the difficulty and look NEOGEO games had back then can be reproduced through screen settings and options. Also, players can benefit from online features such as online ranking modes. More, it features quick save/load and virtual pad customization functions to support comfortable play within the app. Please take this opportunity to enjoy the masterpieces that are still supported to this day.
[Game introduction]
THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 is a fighting game released by SNK in 2000.
Featuring numerous improvements from KOF '99, KOF 2000 also introduces the all-new “Active Striker” system where players can enjoy exciting striker-based battle strategies.
Plenty of nostalgic characters from the SNK Universe appear as “another strikers”.
[Recommendation OS]
iOS 13 and above
© SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Arcade Archives Series Produced by HAMSTER Co.

Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 9 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 is a fighting game released by SNK in 2000. Featuring improvements to the 'Striker' system from previous entries, players can use 'Active Strikers' to call for help even during attacks. This ACA NEOGEO version faithfully reproduces the classic arcade experience while adding modern conveniences like online rankings, display settings, and a quick save/load function to support your climb to the top of the global leaderboards.

Features

Faithful NEOGEO Emulation

Enhanced Striker System

Global Online Leaderboards

Quick Save/Load Functionality

Customizable Virtual Controls

Tips

Mastering the Striker System

To succeed in KOF 2000, you must master the Active Striker mechanic. Unlike earlier games, you can now call your striker while jumping or during a move, allowing for devastating combo extensions.

Gameplays

Classic 3-on-3 Combat

Select a team of three fighters and one striker. Manage your power gauge to unleash Super Special Moves and Max Desperation Moves to turn the tide of battle.