Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves – Everything You Need to Know for Tomorrow’s Open Beta

Ready to ramp up the excitement and unleash some spirited action? SNK is reviving its legendary ’90s classics with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, set to hit Xbox Series X|S on April 24, 2025. Can’t wait until then? No worries—the Open Beta kicks off tomorrow from February 20 to 24, giving eager fighters a sneak peek. Experience cutting-edge brawling with new game mechanics, a striking comic-book-inspired art style, and controls that cater to both gaming rookies and expert fighters. Wolves, it’s time to sharpen those claws for the epic battles in South Town!

The Open Beta of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves throws open the arena doors, inviting gamers to test out the robust rollback netcode and cross-network play, with eight distinctive characters to pit against each other. Challenge your friends across three online modes—Ranked Match, Casual Match, and Room Match. If you’re new to the world of Fatal Fury, the offline Tutorial mode is your training ground, perfectly set up to teach you the basics.

Enter the fray with the debut of the groundbreaking Rev System, a toolkit crafted to supercharge your offensive plays from the first strike. In this arena, only the toughest wolves command all Rev techniques and dominate South Town as champions. To perfect your Rev skills, check out our official Fighting Guide.

Speaking of South Town, legends like the famed wolf Terry Bogard and fiery ninja Mai Shiranui will be part of your Open Beta experience. Terry is the quintessential all-rounder with projectiles, anti-air moves, and relentless rushdown techniques. His accessible attack set is perfect for fresh faces in the series—or even in fighting games as a whole. No wonder Terry’s the poster child of the series! Deploy Power Charge and Crack Shoot to make your competition crumble under the pressure.

Mai, with her exquisite array of special moves, is perfect for keeping pressure on any opponent and moving fluidly around the stage. Harness her Sayo Chidori to overwhelm foes even when they’re on guard and master her Musasabi no Mai for seamless stage maneuvering.

Meet the new fighters, Preecha and Vox Reaper. Preecha, a dedicated Muay Thai powerhouse, delivers calculated strikes, while the enigmatic Vox Reaper taps into demonic energies and deadly karate. Together, they bring an enticing new edge to the battlefield.

Preecha’s relentless multi-hit attacks can level any standing opponent. Dive into cross-ups with Hyperbolic Kick or mix it up using the Rev Preecha’s Combination alongside Circular Step.

Vox, with his stretchy normals, can keep foes at arm’s length. His standing heavy punch, paired with the Kokuen Ryuu shockwave, packs a whopper of a punch. Plus, a command grab keeps challengers wary at midrange.

The Open Beta roster also includes fan-favorites and newcomers alike, ready to join the brawl:

Groomed by Terry Bogard, Rock Howard carries a dense mix of family heritage and unique special moves. His Shippuu Ken and Shinkuu Nage are assets, providing control and combo initiation in battle.

Hotaru Futaba, a harmonious mix of agility and mastery, plays with her opponent, always maintaining the upper hand. From her swift forward step to her aerial assault with Koushuu Da and the efficient grab Shajou Tai, she’s a tricky speedster.

B. Jenet, leading the bold Lilien Knights, is a whirlwind of strikes and tactics. Her aerial Afterburner attack follows well into combat combos, aided by the Break mechanic. Her dynamic strategies showcase versatility both on land and midair.

Kain R. Heinlein brings ambitions of freedom, not tyranny, to the fight. Using powerful projectiles and strategies like his Schwarze Lanze, Kain is a formidable fighter, not just guarding but setting the tempo.

A diverse array of fighters are set to unleash their dreams and ambitions on the busy streets of South Town. Awaiting players is a new saga, rife with possibilities and challenges.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is crafted for all skill levels, introducing tailored Arcade and Smart Style controls. Arcade offers the classic feel, while Smart Style simplifies gameplay, letting players shine with intuitive moves and combos. With 26 years behind it, this reboot blends nostalgic fighters, vivid visuals, and up-to-date battle systems, making it a hit among both old fans and curious newcomers. Dive deeper into the game on our official website.

Pre-orders for the Special Edition, retailing at $59.99 USD/€59.99 EUR, start now. This package includes the Base Game and Season Pass 1. Early birds unlock Terry Bogard’s classic costume and enjoy three days of early access from April 21, 2025.

So, gear up for the Open Beta and mark your calendar for April 24, 2025, for an epic launch on Xbox Series X|S. Meanwhile, keep up with the latest on Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves by checking out our pages on X, Instagram, and the official Discord.