August 30^th, 2005 (8:36pm) - SNK Playmore has announced that the King of Fighters 02/03 Combo has shipped to retailers nationwide for the Xbox. The game ships in a two DVD set and both games will feature online multiplayer modes playable over Xbox Live.

KOF 2003 features:

8th episode of the franchise

A total of 35 characters yielding 11 of the most dangerous 2D fighting teams ever assembled plus hidden boss characters.

Introducing 10 beautifully rendered 3D battle stages

Features the new "Multi-Shift" system, allowing the free substitution of teammates during battles.

Select your team leader with the new "Tactical Leader System"

Learn the combo moves for your favorite fighters and unleash massive attacks

Xbox Live support featuring head-to-head fighting, Tournament Mode and instant rematch capabilities.

KOF 2002 features:

A total of 44 characters from KOF 96 through KOF 2001 available for the first time in one arena

Thirteen extreme 2D fighting teams with 5 bonus characters

Revives the extremely popular 3 on 3 battle format

Upgraded Max-On Power System

Over-the-top Super Special Moves to cause extreme damage

Xbox Live head-to-head fighting