THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK EXPANDS ROSTER WITH “GEESE HOWARD”

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2026.03.05

MARCH 5, 2026 - Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has released a new in-game update for its AFK RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK&nbsp; that introduces a new fighter and various events.&nbsp;

Geese Howard, a Legendary fighter with Fury synergy, has been added to the roster of playable fighters as part of this update. Well-versed in the ancient martial arts of Japan, Geese is skilled in reversing his opponent&#39;s attacks. Players can have a higher chance to recruit Geese and experience his signature skills such as &ldquo;Double Gale Fist&rdquo; and &ldquo;Raging Storm&rdquo; through the Geese Howard Pick-Up Event that is running until March 18.

In addition to Geese&rsquo;s arrival, the latest update also features various events:&nbsp;

<ul style="margin-left: 40px;">
	<li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc">[Fury] Synergy Fighter Summon Event (March 5 - March 18): Grants an increased opportunity to acquire fighters with [Fury] synergy.</li>
	<li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc">Warm Spring Check-In (March 11 - March 25): Log into the game during the event period and receive valuable rewards, including Rubies, Golds, and Premium Points.</li>
	<li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc">School Days Event (March 11 - March 25): Allows players a chance to unlock Geestorm, a new Legendary pet inspired by Geese Howard and Wiz.&nbsp;</li>
	<li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc">Lucky Elpy Event (March 16 - March 20): Clear missions and receive a chance to meet a new Legendary supporter Ripper.</li>
</ul>

THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is based on SNK&rsquo;s &ldquo;THE KING OF FIGHTERS&rdquo; IP. The game features iconic fighters from &ldquo;THE KING OF FIGHTERS&rdquo; series reimagined in pixel art graphics that gamers are familiar with from THE KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 on NEOGEO POCKET COLOR, allowing players to build their own team of favorite Fighters and enjoy dynamic combats. Players can strategically create their decks by combining at least 5 and up to 25 different Fighters and formations.

For the latest news and information on THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, visit the<a href="https://kofafk.netmarble.com/en"> official website</a> and follow the game&rsquo;s<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560358727897"> Facebook</a>,<a href="https://x.com/kof_afk"> X</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@kof_afk"> TikTok</a>, and<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KOFAFK"> YouTube</a> channels.&nbsp;

&ldquo;THE KING OF FIGHTERS&rdquo; is an iconic fighting game series that led the fighting game craze in the 1990s, with over 15 titles released to date. THE KING OF FIGHTERS and its Fighters have been receiving strong support among fans around the globe for decades as the series&rsquo; systems and stories have evolved over time.&nbsp;

About Netmarble Corporation 
Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble&rsquo;s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at<a href="http://company.netmarble.com/"> </a><a href="http://company.netmarble.com">http://company.netmarble.com</a>.

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MARCH 5, 2026 - Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has released a new in-game update for its AFK RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK that introduces a new fighter and various events.

Geese Howard, a Legendary fighter with Fury synergy, has been added to the roster of playable fighters as part of this update. Well-versed in the ancient martial arts of Japan, Geese is skilled in reversing his opponent's attacks. Players can have a higher chance to recruit Geese and experience his signature skills such as “Double Gale Fist” and “Raging Storm” through the Geese Howard Pick-Up Event that is running until March 18.

In addition to Geese’s arrival, the latest update also features various events:

[Fury] Synergy Fighter Summon Event (March 5 - March 18): Grants an increased opportunity to acquire fighters with [Fury] synergy.
Warm Spring Check-In (March 11 - March 25): Log into the game during the event period and receive valuable rewards, including Rubies, Golds, and Premium Points.
School Days Event (March 11 - March 25): Allows players a chance to unlock Geestorm, a new Legendary pet inspired by Geese Howard and Wiz.
Lucky Elpy Event (March 16 - March 20): Clear missions and receive a chance to meet a new Legendary supporter Ripper.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is based on SNK’s “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” IP. The game features iconic fighters from “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” series reimagined in pixel art graphics that gamers are familiar with from THE KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 on NEOGEO POCKET COLOR, allowing players to build their own team of favorite Fighters and enjoy dynamic combats. Players can strategically create their decks by combining at least 5 and up to 25 different Fighters and formations.

For the latest news and information on THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, visit the official website and follow the game’s Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube channels.

“THE KING OF FIGHTERS” is an iconic fighting game series that led the fighting game craze in the 1990s, with over 15 titles released to date. THE KING OF FIGHTERS and its Fighters have been receiving strong support among fans around the globe for decades as the series’ systems and stories have evolved over time.

About Netmarble Corporation
Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

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