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King of Fighters AFK adds legendary fighter Rugal in latest update

Author : Eleanor Aug 09,2026

King of Fighters AFK adds legendary fighter Rugal in latest update

The King of Fighters AFK is bringing back a beloved classic.
Rugal Bernstein is joining the roster in a new pick-up event.
Meanwhile, you can add Fio Germi from Metal Slug as a new support.

Every fighter has their ultimate boss—the one who crushes even the most seasoned players. Whether it’s Akuma, I-No, Heihachi, or, as KoF fans know all too well, Rugal Bernstein. Now, Rugal is returning to the arena as a legendary fighter in King of Fighters AFK.

Rugal Bernstein embodies the over-the-top flair of I-No, the boundless ambition of Heihachi, and the unyielding toughness of Akuma, making him a true icon in fighting game history. Starting now, you can add him to your team through a new pick-up event running until November 26th.

This event boosts your odds of unlocking Rugal, while the [Spike] Synergy Pick-Up Summon Event—also active until the 26th—increases your chances of acquiring other fighters with [Spike] Synergy. Additionally, the Secret Agent Event runs from the 20th to December 3rd, offering a chance to obtain the legendary pets Agent A and Rukal.

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Rugal doesn’t hold back in King of Fighters AFK. His Finisher Skill grants allies the Empowerment buff, boosting skill-based damage by 15%—at the cost of increased damage taken by the target. Explore our KoF AFK tier list to discover powerful synergies for the legendary Rugal.

He’s not the only fan-favorite returning to King of Fighters AFK. The Lucky Elpy Event, running from November 17th to the 20th, lets you add Fio Germi—a fan-favorite character from the Metal Slug series—to your lineup as a new support.

In the meantime, if you’re looking for fresh gameplay between battles, we’ve got options. Check out our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week for some standout picks.