Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers ‘NEO GEO Premium Selection’ edition with rollback netcode now available for PC

SNK has brought the classic fighting game *Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers* to PC via Steam for $19.99 (or 2,980 yen). This release marks the start of their new “NEO GEO Premium Selection,” which features updated versions of classic NEO GEO games for modern players. The updated version includes online play with rollback netcode supporting lobbies for up to nine players, tournament and spectator modes, and a new training mode.

Here is an overview of the game, via SNK:

About

Originally released in arcades in 1998, the fighting game *Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers* is now available on Steam, complete with online play and other exciting updates!

The game keeps its original look and feel, but now features rollback netcode to make online matches run more smoothly.

As a huge fan of fighting games, I’m so excited that we can finally play what’s considered the best version ever of *Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers* and test our skills against players from all over the world!

Key Features

  • The Largest Roster in Fatal Fury Series History—23 Characters! – In addition to fan favorites like Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui, the two titular newcomers Li Xiangfei and Rick Strowd join the fight! Including the hidden playable character Alfred, a total of 23 fighters are ready to rumble!
  • Smooth and Exciting Online Matches! – The new rollback netcode ensures responsive and competitive online play. With a lobby system that supports up to nine players and multiple tournament formats, such as single match, double elimination, and league play, the definitive Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers online experience has arrived. Time to bring the intense mind games of the perfected Line Sway system to online!
  • New features abound for Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers!
    • Enjoy the new Gallery Mode with 59 pieces of artwork, including key art and character illustrations!
    • Unlock achievements that let you use your favorites as an online avatar!
    • Practice Mode has also been enhanced with adjustable game speed and hitbox display features.
    • This version is packed with new features to give you the definitive Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers experience!

About NEO GEO Premium Selection

A definitive selection of NEO GEO titles reimagined to meet modern gaming needs.

Okay, so a bunch of classic NEOGEO arcade games are back, and they’ve seriously been upgraded! I’m talking smooth online battles, a really helpful training mode if you’re still learning, and a ton of extra stuff like unlockable content and a music player. It feels like a whole new way to play these old favorites, and SNK really took their time to make everything look and feel amazing. Honestly, I was blown away by how polished it all is!

Watch the launch trailer below. View a set of screenshots at the gallery.

Launch Trailer

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2025-09-28 08:31