Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers ‘NEO GEO Premium Selection’ edition with rollback netcode now available for PC

SNK has released a new version of 1998-released fighting game Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers for PC via Steam for $19.99 / 2,980 yen as the first title in its new “NEO GEO Premium Selection“—a selection of NEO GEO titles upgraded with new features for the modern day. It includes rollback netcode with nine-player lobbies, Tournament and Spectator modes, a new training mode, and more.

Here is an overview of the game, via SNK:

About

Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers, the fighting game that first appeared in arcades back in 1998, makes its debut on Steam—with added online features and other fresh new features!

While preserving the original graphics and gameplay, the game now includes rollback netcode for smooth online matches.

Challenge players around the world in the highest-quality version of Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers ever!

Key Features

• The Largest Roster in Fatal Fury Series History—23 Characters! – In addition to fan favorites like Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui, the two titular newcomers Li Xiangfei and Rick Strowd join the fight! Including the hidden playable character Alfred, a total of 23 fighters are ready to rumble!
• Smooth and Exciting Online Matches! – The new rollback netcode ensures responsive and competitive online play. With a lobby system that supports up to nine players and multiple tournament formats, such as single match, double elimination, and league play, the definitive Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers online experience has arrived. Time to bring the intense mind games of the perfected Line Sway system to online!
• New features abound for Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers!
  • Enjoy the new Gallery Mode with 59 pieces of artwork, including key art and character illustrations!
  • Unlock achievements that let you use your favorites as an online avatar!
  • Practice Mode has also been enhanced with adjustable game speed and hitbox display features.
  • This version is packed with new features to give you the definitive Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers experience!

About NEO GEO Premium Selection

A definitive selection of NEO GEO titles reimagined to meet modern gaming needs.

Legendary NEOGEO arcade titles return in an updated form, enhanced with brand-new features! Immerse yourself in seamless online battles, a robust training mode, a content-rich gallery and jukebox, and more fresh additions. Play and prevail like never before! It’s NEO GEO, redefined. Prepare to be shocked once again by the meticulous polish only made possible by SNK.

Watch the launch trailer below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.

Launch Trailer

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