LOS ANGELES – JULY 9, 2026 – Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has announced a new update for its AFK RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, featuring Aqua Splash style Mai Shiranui and limited-time events.
Starting today, players can obtain Aqua Splash style Mai Shiranui, a Legendary seasonal fighter available during the Summer Festival. A female ninja and successor of the Shiranui style of ninja arts, Mai captivates opponents with her graceful movements, fascinating attire, and signature large fans. Her Aqua Splash style brings a refreshing summer look to the battlefield while retaining her elegant and powerful combat style, featuring [Rush] synergy.
To celebrate her arrival in this seasonal style, the Aqua Splash Style Mai’s Arrival event will be available from July 9 to July 22. The [Rush] Synergy Pick-Up event will take place during the same period that increases the chance for players to obtain Fighters with the [Rush] synergy.
The new Kensou’s Dumpling Delivery mini-game will also be added from July 20 to July 28. In this swing-action mini-game, players help Kensou deliver dumplings while riding across ropes. Players can participate daily to earn daily rewards throughout the event period.
Additional limited-time events will also be available. The Lucky Elpy event will run from July 13 to July 17 that offers players the opportunity to obtain the Legendary Supporter Lenny Creston. From July 16 to July 29, players can also take part in the Splash Splash Vacation event, featuring the addition of new Legendary pets Umine and Belly Bear. Additionally, the Hot Summer! Check-In event, running from July 16 through August 19, will grant valuable rewards such as Origin, DNA Selection Box, and Arrival Pick-Up Legendary Fighter Selection Ticket, for logging into the game during the event period.
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.
“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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