# Fatal Fury Special Introduction ## Overview *Fatal Fury Special*, released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis by Takara under license from SNK, is an enhanced port of the 1993 Neo Geo arcade game, itself a refined version of *Fatal Fury 2* (1992). Expanding the King of Fighters tournament, it features 15 playable characters, including all eight from *Fatal Fury 2* (Terry Bogard, Andy Bogard, Joe Higashi, Mai Shiranui, Kim Kaphwan, Jubei Yamada, Cheng Sinzan, Big Bear), four bosses (Billy Kane, Axel Hawk, Laurence Blood, Wolfgang Krauser), plus Geese Howard, Duck King, Tung Fu Rue, and *Art of Fighting*’s Ryo Sakazaki as a guest. It retains Desperation Moves and two-lane plane mechanics, with improved balance and faster pacing. Praised for its expanded roster and Genesis accessibility (Sega Power: 4/5), it faced minor criticism for graphical cuts and slowdown compared to the arcade. ## Why Play Fatal Fury Special? *Fatal Fury Special* on Genesis delivers thrilling fighting action in a 1-2 hour single-player campaign and intense multiplayer. Players select from 15 fighters, battling through 10 opponents, a clone match, and a final boss (Ryo if not chosen, else Krauser or Geese). Using four attack buttons (A/B for Punch, C/D for Kick), players execute combos, specials like Terry’s Burn Knuckle, and Desperation Moves at low health (flashing red). The two-lane system (A+C to switch) enables dodging and Evasion Attacks for counters. Its vibrant 16-bit sprites, detailed stages like Mai’s Japan temple, and dynamic soundtrack appeal to *Fatal Fury 2* and *Street Fighter II* fans, distinct from *Tetris Worlds*’ puzzles or *Batman: Gotham City Racer*’s racing. ## Key Features - Fight as 15 characters, including Ryo Sakazaki, in the King of Fighters - Two-lane plane system for strategic positioning - Desperation Moves for powerful low-health attacks - Colorful 16-bit visuals with iconic character designs - Competitive multiplayer for local two-player showdowns - Authentic Genesis gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Play Fatal Fury Special Online Play *Fatal Fury Special* (1994, Genesis) instantly on Classic Joy Games with Genesis emulators. Available on retro platforms with 4.6/5 ratings from 90 votes. Physical copies cost $30-$60 (cart) or $80-$200 (CIB) due to rarity. Use Genesis Plus GX or RetroArch. Strategy: Use plane-switching to dodge Geese’s Reppuken; save Desperation Moves for Ryo. Cheat: At character select, hold Start, press Up, Down, Left, Right, A, B, C to unlock all characters. Note: Some emulators may experience slowdown during busy stages. Recent X posts praise *Fatal Fury Special*’s expanded roster and Ryo’s crossover but note minor input lag (*post:0*). Join Classic Joy Games and dominate the King of Fighters now!