The gameplay is primarily two-dimensional, except for the battles, which occur on two separate planes. When an opponent breaks through one of the barriers on either side of a stage, they cannot continue the fight.

In line with this, SNK has recently collaborated with Hamster Corporation to bring several NEOGEO classics to modern gaming platforms. Users can replicate the difficulty level and visual charm of classic games by adjusting the screen settings and options. Players can access various online features, including leaderboards and chat rooms. Additionally, it ensures a seamless gaming experience by offering convenient features like a quick save/load function and the ability to customize the virtual pad. Seize this opportunity to enjoy timeless works that continue to receive regular updates and support.

The arcade fighting game REAL BOUT FATAL FURY SPECIAL was developed and published by SNK in 1997. The combat strategies of this system have been enhanced with the introduction of a new two-line battle system, the improvement of the Power Gauge system, and the removal of the ring-out system. There are a total of 19 fighters besides Wolfgang Krauser in this contest.

Fatal Fury Special reintroduces playable versions of Tung Fu Rue, Cheng Sinzan, Laurence Blood, and Wolfgang Krauser, while the roster from the original Real Bout remains unchanged. Geese Howard returns in this installment, despite being canonically killed off in his own KOF tournament in the previous game. He appears as a hidden final boss in a special "Nightmare Match" and as an unlockable playable character in the home versions. This is due to his ending from the original Real Bout occurring after he has won the tournament. To bring the total number of playable characters to 23, additional versions of Andy Bogard, Billy Kane, Blue Mary, and Tung Fu Rue are hidden at various points throughout the game.