SNK and Netmarble have released a new update for THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, which adds new characters Ash Crimson and Zero (Clone). Several new events are also available.
Further details about the new update are available below, courtesy of a press release from Netmarble:
Joining the roster is Ash Crimson, a boy who can control green flames. He talks and behaves like he looks down on people and is temperamental by nature. Players can experience his signature skills in-game, including Pluviose and Sneering Fireflight. Ash also carries [Corrosion] Synergy in THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK.
Players can obtain Ash Crimson through the Ash Crimson Arrival Event. Additionally, the [Corrosion] Synergy Pick-Up event boosts summon rates for fighters with [Corrosion] synergy. Both events are running through August 19.
Also new to the roster is Zero (Clone), a fighter carrying [Special] synergy and the [Cosmos] attribute and known for his signature skills Hakura Messei, Zanfuu Enpa Shouha, and Clone. Zero (Clone) can be acquired through Premium Summon or the League Battle Shop.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK will host additional events as well. The Tropical Island event runs from August 13 to August 26 and introduces the Legendary Pets Blaze and Popsy. From August 10 to August 14, players can also take part in the Lucky Elpy event for a chance at the Legendary supporter Ron.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is available now for Android via Google Play and iOS via App Store. Final Weapon previously interviewed Netmarble Neo CTO and project director Myeong-hyeon Kim about THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK. In our interview, Myeong-hyeon Kim discusses his role as project director of THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, the team’s outlook on the game, and even possible collaborations and a PC version.
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