The King of Fighters AFK is now available in early access! Players in Thailand and Canada can download it today from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Early access players are guaranteed to recruit Mature from the Orochi Clan.

While The King of Fighters Allstar may be gone, a new mobile contender has arrived. Following last week's pre-registration, this retro RPG-inspired game lets fans build a team of their favorite fighters for 5v5 battles. NetMarble has confirmed that player progress will transfer to the full release.

Facing a Challenging Landscape

King of Fighters AFK faces tough competition. Unlike the crossover-heavy King of Fighters Allstar, this new title ventures into a different genre. However, fans might appreciate the Neo-Geo Pocket-inspired character sprites and the guaranteed addition of Mature to their roster.

This new direction may be a tough sell for some disappointed fans, but hopefully, King of Fighters AFK will offer a relaxing and enjoyable experience. To see if other favorite fighting games have made the jump to mobile, check out our list of the top 25 best fighting games for iOS and Android.