The game is primarily played in a two-dimensional format, with the exception of battles which occur on two separate planes. If either opponent breaks through the barriers on the side of the stage, they are unable to continue fighting. Recently, SNK has collaborated with Hamster Corporation to bring a selection of classic NEOGEO games to modern gaming platforms. Players have the ability to adjust screen settings and options to recreate the original difficulty level and aesthetic of these games. Features such as leaderboards and chat rooms are available for online play, as well as convenient options like quick save/load and personalized virtual pads. This is a great opportunity to experience timeless games that are still receiving regular updates and support. REAL BOUT FATAL FURY SPECIAL, an arcade fighting game, was created and published by SNK in 1997. The combat system has been improved with the addition of a new two-line battle system, enhancements to the Power Gauge, and the removal of the ring-out system. There are a total of 19 competitors, including Wolfgang Krauser, in this game. Playable versions of Tung Fu Rue, Cheng Sinzan, Laurence Blood, and Wolfgang Krauser are brought back in Fatal Fury Special, while the original Real Bout cast remains unchanged. Geese Howard, who was previously killed off in his own KOF tournament, makes a comeback 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 taking place after he has won the tournament. To increase the number of playable characters to 23, alternate versions of Andy Bogard, Billy Kane, Blue Mary, and Tung Fu Rue can be found throughout the game.