# THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012 > 2D versus fighting game with 32 characters, Wi-Fi battles, and multiple game modes. (iPhone/iPad app by SNK CORPORATION.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-king-of-fighters-i-2012/id507937883 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual - Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.30/5 from 334 App Store ratings · 137 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 1.1 GB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-09-12 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-king-of-fighters-i-2012/id507937883/reviews.md ## What is THE KING OF FIGHTERS? 32 playable characters!! Fight against the strongest players from all over via Wi-Fi Network!! 6 different game modes available in SINGLE MODE to enjoy the game for hours and hours even alone! Simple Commands allow to easily perform any type of combo! The 2D versus fighting game “KOF-i” returns on iPhone / iPod touch with tons of new content like never before!! ■VS BATTLES FROM ALL OVER VIA WI-FI A"RANK VERSUS" Mode, in which your player ranking changes depending on your number of victories and losses, as well as a “FRIEND VERSUS” Mode, where your rank is not reflected, are available. Challenge the strongest players from all over! ■NEW CHARACTERS, NEW TEAMS In addition to the characters from he previous installment, the 4 new “ART OF FIGHTING”, “PSYCHO SOLDIER”, “KIM”, and “IKARI” teams (12 new characters), join the cast of "KOF-i”!! You can now create your favorite team from this formidable roster of 32 fighters! ■A SINGLE-PLAYER MODE RICH IN CONTENT 6 game modes are available for thousands of hours of enjoyment even when playing alone: “SINGLE BATTLE” for 1-on-1 fights, “TEAM BATTLE” for classic KOF 3-on-3 gameplay, “ENDLESS” Mode to defeat as many opponents as possible with one character, "CHALLENGE" Mode to clear trials by fulfilling requirements, the newly introduced "TIME ATTACK" Mode to compete for the best clear times by winning 10 matches, and “TRAINING” Mode to get accustomed to the Virtual Pad-based controls and practice your combos. ■SIMPLE COMMANDS The Virtual Pad recreates perfectly reproduces KOF’s smooth controls. Even novice players in fighting games will be able to release various Special Moves, Super Special Moves, NEOMAX Super Special Moves, and other complex moves in one touch. With the Simple Commands, you can easily perform many of the game's fancy combos!! *Please refer to "TUTORIAL" Mode for an explanation of these commands. ■ADDITION OF TONS OF NEW TRADING CARDS, ILLUSTRATIONS, AND OTHER EXTRA CONTENT Plenty of new Trading Cards (that can be acquired by using points earned during gameplay) along with new Illustrations (which can be viewed at any time by fulfilling certain conditions) have been added to this latest release! Moreover, "KOF-i 2012" includes rough sketches and illustrations that can only be seen here, which fans cannot afford to miss! ■SIMULTANEOUS RELEASE OFADDITIONAL CHARACTERS 2 additional characters, “NESTS-Style KYO” and “IORI with the Power of Flames” are available to download! (paid DLC) ## Key features - 32 playable characters - Wi-Fi multiplayer battles - Six single-player modes - Simple command system for combos - Unlockable trading cards and illustrations - Additional paid DLC characters ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $2.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | NESTS-STYLE KYO | $0.99 | one-time | | CLASSIC IORI | $0.99 | one-time | ## Chart rankings - #137 in Top Paid · Casual (US App Store) ## What do users think of THE KING OF FIGHTERS? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🎮 Excellent fighting game mechanics and depth - 🎨 Great graphics and animations matching console version - 🌐 Strong online multiplayer functionality with good netcode - 👍 Well-implemented touch screen controls - 🎯 Perfect port of KOF XIII console game - 🎪 Rich single-player content and modes - 🔌 Good controller support implementation **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent crashes and loading circle issues - 📱 Poor optimization for newer iPhone models (iPhone X, XS Max, 6 Plus) - 🖼️ Graphics quality worse than free version - ⚡ Significant lag and stuttering during gameplay - 🎮 Touch controls not responsive on larger screens - 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for characters - 🔄 Outdated UI not utilizing modern screen sizes - 🔌 Controller compatibility issues on some devices **Commonly reported bugs** - Loading circle appears after main menu - In-app purchase system not working properly - Button configuration issues - not all buttons movable - Virtual controller size won't resize - Touch input not registering correctly on larger screens - Return button frequently unresponsive - K' combo trial 1 cannot be completed - Demo play not functioning - Bluetooth multiplayer connection errors - iCloud save data not syncing properly - App not optimized for iPhone X notch and newer display formats - Game thinks paid version is free version - Friend versus invitations not being received **Most requested features** - Add missing characters (Evil Ash, Saiki, Mr. Karate, Vanessa, Rugal, Orochi Team) - Update graphics and resolution for modern devices - Full screen support for larger iPhones and iPads - Custom battle mode with character selection - Make Nests-Style Kyo and Classic Iori free with purchase - Music on/off toggle in sound settings - Update for newer iOS versions - Add KOF 98, 97, and Samurai Shodown 2 - Improve story mode content - Korean language translation for novels - Animated backgrounds and improved sprite quality ## Recent user reviews (10 of 137) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-king-of-fighters-i-2012/id507937883/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Great Gameplay Ruined by Connectivity Problems!! *2026-03-31* This game has great potential, but the issues are very frustrating. Wi-Fi mode often fails to connect with friends, and online matches are extremely laggy and delayed even with a strong connection. The controls are good, but the lack of resizable buttons is disappointing. Please fix these problems as soon as possible. ### 1/5 — 画面不好卡顿，不更新下 *2025-12-17, version 1.1.2* 画面不如免费的画面好看不更新下，玩的时候卡顿 ### 4/5 — 良いゲームだけどもう一声 *2025-05-15* アプリ閉じてもエンドレス途切れない仕様にしてほしい スト4CEはそれができてる ### 5/5 — 업데이트좀 해라 *2025-04-29* 출시한지 10년은 넘은거 같은데 이제 해상도는 적어도 FHD로, 30프레임에서 60프레임으로 업데이트좀 해라. 눈 썩겠다. 2025년에 30프레임이라니….에효.. ### 5/5 — KOF-i 2024 *2024-06-06, version 1.1.2* Hello, This message is for those that have the DISCORD App. There is a Mobile Group with gamers that play Wifi-Mode(Multiplayer). So if you’re seeing this message and would like to join, message me and I’ll add you to the group: Discord: jasin_slaya IG: JASiN_SLAYA YouTube: JASiN_SLAYA- Hola, Este mensaje es para aquellos que tienen la aplicación DISCORD. Hay un grupo móvil con jugadores que juegan en modo Wifi (multijugador). Entonces, si estás viendo este mensaje y quieres unirte, envíame un mensaje y te agregaré al grupo: Discordia: jasin_slaya IG: JASiN_SLAYA YouTube: JASiN_SLAYA- ### 1/5 — Fix this issue *2024-05-20* When you get past the main menu, a loading circle pops up. This didn’t happen before. I think the game thinks that this paid version I’m playing is the free version, and since the ads aren’t there it’s just showing a loading circle. FIX. THIS. This is a good game and I paid for it ### 1/5 — Update for new iPads and os *2024-04-10, version 1.1.2* Needs an update ### 5/5 — I am a Chinese player. *2024-01-12* Can it be put on the shelves of apps in China, even if you pay for it? It will be perfect if you strengthen the online. ### 2/5 — Nerfem o ash *2023-09-01* SNK FIQUEI MUITO BRAVO TENTANDO DERROTAR O ASH, TEM MUITA VIDA E NN CONSIGO GANHAR ### 5/5 — 재미는 있는데 *2023-07-28* 재미는있는데 다른 게임도 출시해주세요 ~ 다른 나라같은경우 사무라이 쇼다운 4 출시가 되었는데 ..한국애서는 왜 출시를 안해주시는건지 …. 부탁좀 드릴게요 제발좀 출시좀 해주세요 ## Frequently asked questions about THE KING OF FIGHTERS ### What is THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012? THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012 is a 2D versus fighting game for mobile devices. It features a large roster of 32 playable characters, online multiplayer battles via Wi-Fi, and six distinct single-player game modes for extensive solo play. ### What are the key features of this fighting game? Key features include a roster of 32 fighters, Wi-Fi versus battles with ranking and friend modes, six single-player modes (Single Battle, Team Battle, Endless, Challenge, Time Attack, Training), a simple command system for executing combos, and unlockable trading cards and illustrations. ### How is the game monetized? The game is free to download and play, but offers in-app purchases. Specifically, additional characters like 'NESTS-Style KYO' and 'IORI with the Power of Flames' are available as paid downloadable content (DLC). ### What are the different game modes available? There are six single-player modes: 'SINGLE BATTLE' for one-on-one fights, 'TEAM BATTLE' for classic 3-on-3 KOF gameplay, 'ENDLESS' Mode to defeat as many opponents as possible, 'CHALLENGE' Mode for clearing trials, 'TIME ATTACK' Mode to compete for best clear times, and 'TRAINING' Mode to practice controls and combos. ### Can I play with friends online? Yes, the game supports online multiplayer battles via Wi-Fi. You can engage in 'RANK VERSUS' mode, where your player ranking is affected by wins and losses, or 'FRIEND VERSUS' mode, where your rank is not reflected, allowing you to challenge friends directly. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.2 — 2020-06-16 Fixed an issue where tap operation did not work on some iOS versions. ### 1.1.0 — 2020-06-08 ・Changed “Communication” to “Facebook” (this change fixes app crashes when using this feature) ・Fixed an issue where the character and stage changes unexpectedly during rematches in the Bluetooth mode ・Fixed the shifted tap area of the return button ### 1.0.7 — 2017-09-28 What's New in Version 1.0.7 Several bugs have been fixed. ### 1.0.4 — 2014-09-11 Several bugs have been fixed. ---------------------------------------------- *[Important] Warning regarding iOS 11 This app may not run correctly under iOS 11. We apologize for the inconvenience that this may cause, and thank you for your kind understanding. ### 1.0.3 — 2013-11-16 Several bugs have been fixed. ## Apps similar to THE KING OF FIGHTERS | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Street Fighter IV CE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/street-fighter-iv-ce/id1239299402) | 4.8 (21,410) | $0.99 | Games | | [MEGA MAN X DiVE Offline](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-man-x-dive-offline/id6446021269) | 4.3 (136) | $2.99 | Games | | [Blasphemous](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blasphemous/id6499431452) | 4.4 (243) | $7.99 | Games | | [Samurai 2: Vengeance](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-2-vengeance/id392486160) | 4.8 (813) | $2.99 | Games | | [MEGA MAN X](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-man-x/id469343097) | 4.1 (839) | $0.99 | Games | | [Streets of Rage 4](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streets-of-rage-4/id1601446687) | 4.9 (3,014) | $7.99 | Games | ## More apps by SNK CORPORATION - [BLAZING STAR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blazing-star/id529748424) - [METAL SLUG 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-3/id530060483) - [METAL SLUG 1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-1/id574641836) - [METAL SLUG 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-2/id589779009) - [METAL SLUG X](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-slug-x/id602990197) All apps by SNK CORPORATION: https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874 ## Related topics [snk playmore](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/snk-playmore) · [kof 2002](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kof-2002) · [kof](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kof) · [the king of fighters 2002](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/the-king-of-fighters-2002) · [kof mugen](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kof-mugen) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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