SNK Corporation has announced an upgraded re-release for Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle as part of their “NEOGEO Premium Selection” re-releases, classic games ported and enhanced with modern features.
Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle is now available worldwide for Windows PC (via Steam) with new features like rollback netcode, a new four player battle mode (previously only in arcades), and more.
Here’s a rundown on the release, plus a new trailer:
KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE
A 2D post-apocalyptic fighting game from SNK that first hit arcades in 1996. Characters from SAVAGE REIGN return, this time teaming up for frantic yet strategic 2-on-2 tag team battles! This updated release boasts rollback netcode for seamless online action, as well as myriad competitive enhancements that heighten the online experience—including lobbies for up to 9 players, a spectator mode, and single/double elimination tournaments. You can tag with friends and compete in frenzied 4-player matches as well.
CHARACTERS
10 renegades, 2 ruthless bosses—1 apocalyptic fight for the future!
8 returnees from the previous installment (SAVAGE REIGN) square up with 2 brand-new fighters: resistance leader Rosa and cane-fighting crusader Kim. You can even take boss characters King Leo and Jyazu into battle (solo member fights only).
ONLINE BATTLE
Thrilling online matches! Multiplayer mayhem with 4 players at once!
Engage in seamless dystopian duels powered by rollback netcode. Multiple tournament formats let you mix it up in lobbies for up to 9 players. You can even team up and throw down with fellow challengers in simultaneous 4-player battles—a feature limited to select arcade cabinets at the time of original release. Tag with the best brawlers and take the fight worldwide!
NEW FEATURES
Modern-day overhaul for an arcade classic!
- Hit the new and improved Practice Mode, where you can tailor lab sessions to your needs—complete with speed selectors, a hitbox viewer, and more. Master brutal combos as you prepare for each formidable matchup!
- An integrated jukebox (featuring the game’s soundtrack) and a diverse collection of achievement challenges round out the suite of single-player content. The result—an expanded KIZUNA ENCOUNTER experience for contemporary gamers!
NEOGEO PREMIUM SELECTION
A collection of NEOGEO arcade classics, upgraded with new features for the modern day. Crafted and curated with the direct backing of SNK, this premium revival serves as an ode to all our fans across the years and around the world.
