The '99 edition introduced several systems that defined this era of the franchise: The Striker System
: Clones of Kyo Kusanagi that replicate his fighting styles from earlier games (KOF '94 and KOF '96 respectively). Key Gameplay Innovations
grants super armor, preventing the character from flinching when hit. Features of the "Plus" and Anniversary ROMs Kof 99 Plus Rom
: Players can activate two distinct "Super Modes" using their power stocks. Counter Mode
(K-Dash). The plot involves a mysterious organization called NESTS that seeks to dominate the world through cloning. New key characters introduced in this era include: : A genetically enhanced warrior with fire powers. : A cyborg grappler and K's partner. The '99 edition introduced several systems that defined
King of Fighters '99 Plus (often referred to as KOF '99 Plus KOF '99 Anniversary Edition
) is a popular modified version of the original SNK fighting game. While the original The King of Fighters '99: Millennium Battle Counter Mode (K-Dash)
KOF '99 was the first entry in the NESTS trilogy. It shifted the focus away from Kyo Kusanagi and Iori Yagami, introducing a new protagonist named