KOF XBOX 2002/2003

Did this come out? Ebgames says it dropped this week, but Gamespot says next week. Anyone see it?

eb says next week too.

EB's been a little wonky with release dates, lately. The intended release date most likely was the end of the month. They did the same thing with Pump it Up (which EB had stated would release the same day), even though the main site, for a while now, has stated the release would be in stores August 1st.

SNKP delays the release of every single project the put their hands on, despite the fact that most of them are ancient games being released for modern hardware. I think they have 6 hour circle jerk marathons every day at their offices before getting started doing actual work.

i heard 1st of Sep from gamestop then 30th of Aug fnom EB...

let's wait and see if this gets delayed again...

According to ebgames.com it should be out today, yet they still have it listed under their "Coming Soon" games, and you can still pre-order it.

Gamestop.com has it listed as having come out yesterday, and you can order it, yet when I check to see the availability in my area, there aren't any and it says there won't be any coming in.

I bet it doesn't even effing exist...

Update: I just called my local Gamestop and they said that it ships today, should be out tomorrow, I should've figured that out by now... Although of course whenever they say that, you should give it an extra 3-5 days it seems... At least it seems to exist.

Soniku17 said:

According to ebgames.com it should be out today, yet they still have it listed under their "Coming Soon" games, and you can still pre-order it.

Gamestop.com has it listed as having come out yesterday, and you can order it, yet when I check to see the availability in my area, there aren't any and it says there won't be any coming in.

I bet it doesn't even effing exist...

Update: I just called my local Gamestop and they said that it ships today, should be out tomorrow, I should've figured that out by now... Although of course whenever they say that, you should give it an extra 3-5 days it seems... At least it seems to exist.

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Usually the ship date isn't the release date. But it is interesting that Gamestop says it shipped yesterday. Did you try calling any stores and asking if they have it?

It's probably too early for it. If it shipped yesterday, I doubt I would see any pop up before maybe 2-3 PM EST. It also depends on the whole (how did they ship it) deal. My guess is that it'll arrive at the same time Pump it Up does, since they are sort of shipping at the same time.

galfordo said:

SNKP delays the release of every single project the put their hands on, despite the fact that most of them are ancient games being released for modern hardware. I think they have 6 hour circle jerk marathons every day at their offices before getting started doing actual work.

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Definitely getting this game for some Xbox live KOF 02 action. I hope bestbuy stocks them as my local gamestops aren't getting any.

Per my distributors listing I have it slated as being available for order tomorrow which means it should be in stores either that day or the following day and should be available in my thread come maybe Friday. I am ordering anywhere between 4-6 copies I will let everyone know.

kiun said:

I hope bestbuy stocks them as my local gamestops aren't getting any.

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That's weird. Usually they'd get at least a few copies.

I bet kiun is a murderkiller in KoF02.

GAMESTOP told me they'll have it tomorrow. They better as I traded in my PS2 version for this!

* Exclusive bonus game system and characters for the Xbox

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


"THE KING OF FIGHTERS 02/03 Combo" Ships for Xbox

Frenzied Xbox Live® Fighting for SNK Fans

WALL, NJ. - August 30, 2005 - SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the US publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, announced today that they have shipped -THE KING OF FIGHTERS 02/03 Combo for the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. THE KING OF FIGHTERS 02/03 is the ultimate two-in-one pack of extreme 2D fighting on two DVDs. THE KING OF FIGHTERS 02/03 Combo will feature Xbox Live® head-to-head fighting with KOF 2003 also supporting Tournament mode and rematch capabilities.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS 02/03 Combo will be supported by a comprehensive marketing campaign that includes extensive print and online advertising, a multi-faceted public relations outreach including press tours and a New York media kick off event, promotion through SNK arcade units and direct mail, and email to SNK's growing list of fans.

About THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2003
THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2003 marked the beginning of a new epic saga in the KOF series. KOF 2003 also introduced SNK's now popular "Multi-Shift System" which allows for the free substitution of any team member during battle.

KOF 2003 features:
" 8th episode of the franchise
" A total of 35 characters yielding 11 of the most dangerous 2D fighting teams ever assembled plus hidden boss characters.
" Introducing 10 beautifully rendered 3D battle stages
" Features the new "Multi-Shift" system, allowing the free substitution of teammates during battles.
" Select your team leader with the new "Tactical Leader System"
" Learn the combo moves for your favorite fighters and unleash massive attacks
" Xbox Live support featuring head-to-head fighting, Tournament Mode and instant rematch capabilities.



About THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002
This "Collection of Highlights" brings together famous characters from KOF 1999, 2000, & 2001and the exciting fighting systems which have made THE KING OF FIGHTERS the ultimate in 2D fighting. All of the great fighting teams are included, like the Fatal Fury Team featuring Terry and Andy Bogard, or the beautiful Mai from the Woman Fighters Team, and many more.


KOF 2002 features:
" A total of 44 characters from KOF 96 through KOF 2001 available for the first time in one arena
" Thirteen extreme 2D fighting teams with 5 bonus characters
" Revives the extremely popular 3 on 3 battle format
" Upgraded Max-On Power System
" Over-the-top Super Special Moves to cause extreme damage
" Xbox Live head-to-head fighting


About SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION
Over the past 15 years, SNK has published classic arcade titles such as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, BASEBALL STARS, METAL SLUG, SAMURAI SHODOWN, and FATAL FURY on a wide variety of home gaming and handhelds systems. In June 2003, SNK opened SNK NEOGEO USA CONSUMER CORPORATION in Wall, New Jersey to again publish arcade classics on the current home and portable gaming systems. The company changed its name to SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION in the Fall of 2004. You can find more information about SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION games at http://www.snkplaymoreusa.com

# # #

THE KING OF FIGHTERS is a registered trademark of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.


Xbox is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

ken_dong said:

let's wait and see if this gets delayed again...

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It shouldn't considering that the guys from Playmore donated a bunch of them for the KOF 2003 tournament during last week's NY-T event at Yellow Rat Bastard. From what I saw on Saturday, the game is definitely finished and ready to ship.

lies?

Dizzy11523 said:

* Exclusive bonus game system and characters for the Xbox

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whats the source?

it might be a typo? sfac & cfj booklets say d\l new moves & chacters but we havnt gotten anything yet!

Eb has changed the ship date to 8/31 now.

Probably to avoind paying for overnight shipping on a non must have game. Lame.

MilkManX said:

Eb has changed the ship date to 8/31 now.

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Noticed that.

Although Gamestop still says it shipped 8/29

Gamesop also lists the game as ready to ship in 24 hours. I am gonna call my local one later today and check.

I just called the Gamestop near me, they said they have it in, but considering the guy's tone and how he didnt' check for the game (when I mention an obscure game, they usually check), somehow I don't believe him...

I'll go there either today or tomorrow, even though their website lists it as not being in yet.

YO-YO-Boy said:

whats the source?

it might be a typo? sfac & cfj booklets say d\l new moves & chacters but we havnt gotten anything yet!

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Saw that in the game description at Gamestop.com...if not there then ebgames.com.

Soniku17 said:

I just called the Gamestop near me, they said they have it in, but considering the guy's tone and how he didnt' check for the game (when I mention an obscure game, they usually check), somehow I don't believe him...

I'll go there either today or tomorrow, even though their website lists it as not being in yet.

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Yeah be careful about that. Had 2 Gamestops tell me they had Kof'02/'03 on PS2 when it came out. Drove an hour to get there, and both only had Maximum Impact. "Oh, isn't that the same thing?" the dumbass asked...

Mines not here yet. They said since it was a "C" title, it will be in late, Friday the latest.