Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves – Open Beta Starts Tomorrow: Everything You Need to Know & Tips

Ready to rev up and unleash some serious fury? The iconic ’90s fighting game, SNK’s Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, is making a grand comeback on April 24, 2025, exclusively for the Xbox Series X|S. But for those who can’t wait, the excitement kicks off early with an Open Beta starting tomorrow, from February 20 to 24. Get ready for cutting-edge brawling with next-gen mechanics, visually stunning comic-style art, and controls that cater to both beginners and long-time fans. The wolves of South Town are sharpening their claws—are you lineup to join them?

Step into the exciting world of the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Open Beta, where players can dive into the action using the sophisticated rollback netcode and cross-platform play with a selection of eight diverse fighters. With three online modes—Ranked Match, Casual Match, and Room Match—you can test your skills against friends across different platforms. New to Fatal Fury? No problem! The game includes an offline Tutorial mode designed as the perfect training ground for newcomers.

Making its debut in City of the Wolves is the unique Rev System—a customizable toolset set to elevate your offensive strategies from the get-go. Only those who master and balance the Rev techniques will reign supreme in South Town. Be sure to dive into our official Fighting Guide to get the most out of this system.

Players will also get a taste of South Town’s icons, including the Legendary Wolf, Terry Bogard, and the much-loved fiery ninja, Mai Shiranui. Terry is versatile, boasting projectiles, anti-air attacks, and rushdown techniques, making him an excellent choice for both newbies and veterans. Meanwhile, Mai’s suite of special moves offers pressure tactics and agile movement options, perfect for keeping opponents on their toes.

Joining the fight are two new faces: Preecha, a Muay Thai powerhouse with precise strikes, and Vox Reaper, whose dark, karate-based style adds a fresh intensity to the game. Preecha thrives on relentless attacks, using moves like the Hyperbolic Kick for cross-ups. Vox, on the other hand, uses his long-range normals to keep opponents at bay and land heavy hits with moves like the Kokuen Ryuu.

The Open Beta roster also features old favorites and new contenders: Rock Howard, Terry’s adept protégé; Hotaru Futaba, known for her swift, strategic style; and B. Jenet, the fearless captain of the Lillien Knights. Each character brings unique tactics to the brawl, whether it’s Rock’s balanced special moves, Hotaru’s mix-ups, or B. Jenet’s technical attacks. Lastly, there’s Kain R. Heinlein, a methodical fighter with powerful projectiles who is all about strategy and pacing.

With a diverse lineup and more characters set to appear in the full release, the anticipation for the battles in South Town is building. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves aims to captivate both newcomers and seasoned players with its flexible control schemes: Arcade Style for traditional controls and Smart Style for simplified play. This revival after 26 years promises to combine nostalgic elements with fresh innovations, featuring a vibrant art style and dynamic battle systems. For more insights, head over to our official website for gameplay details.

You can pre-order the Special Edition of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves for $59.99 USD (€59.99 EUR), which includes the Base Game and Season Pass 1. Those who pre-order will receive a classic Terry Bogard costume inspired by his original appearance and enjoy three days of early access to the full game, starting April 21, 2025.

Gear up for the Open Beta and mark your calendars for the full release on April 24, 2025, on Xbox Series X|S. While you wait, connect with us on X, Instagram, and the official Discord for more updates on Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and all the latest from KOF Studio.