THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
Game
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SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS
Developer Code Mystics
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos, better known in arcades as SVC Chaos: SNK vs. Capcom, is a 2003 crossover fighting game developed and published by SNK Playmore for the Neo Geo arcade and home platform. It was then later ported to the PlayStation 2 and Xbox, although only the Xbox port was released in North America and both platforms were released in Japan and PAL regions. From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
287 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Oct 30, 2026 · last updated Oct 30, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
84
LovedLoved
151 positive · 28 negative
95% range 78–89%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 151 | 28 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 3 | 3 | 91 |
| Mastodon * | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 4 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
227 of 259 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
85% recommend · 154 yes, 28 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 182 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (343 of 397 positive).
Players describe SVC Chaos as a famously broken and unbalanced 'kusoge' that is fun specifically because of its flaws. [1][2][3] Some players express concerns over censorship and limited continues in arcade mode. [4][5][6]
Liked
Representative posts
- [5]
Good port and everything, but the fact that this game has limited continues in a game where the AI reads you like an open book is weird. please fix this. regarding the censorship, there is none to be seen, mai's boobs still bounce and the art gallery still show her with a cleavage and everything. so you guys can stop weaning.
- [1]
KUSOGE WARNING: NOT FOR THE FEINT OF HEART This is known in the FGC as a "Kusoge", which means sh*t game in Japan. SVC Chaos is famous, or rather Infamous, for having such an effed up balance. There are several wild and questionable game design choices. How messed up is the balance you ask? - Every boss and hidden character is legal, which means - Shin Akuma is legal - Shin Akuma can do supers without meter, except …
- [2]
It's janky, broken, attackboxes fly over hurtboxes on certain characters with no apparent reason, has the bafflest decisions made, the hit sound effects sound like a toddler in a beach hitting a toy bucket with a toy shovel, the AI is the cheapest rage inducing input reading bullcrap even for SNK standards, aneurysm inducing final bosses, you wouldn't believe this game is from the same company that delivered The …
- [8]
(EDIT: The port is basically a carbon copy of the arcade version and runs very well, so as broken and silly as this game is, I simply can't rate it down and am changing to a thumbs up. Providing excellent ports of old obscure games like this simply must be encouraged - especially when done this well.) ----Original Review---- I remember seeing an actual cabinet for this at a Cinemark near my apartment in the early …
- [3]
fighting game players be like: "bro this game is kusoge its so broken and unbalanced" my brother in christ the game is fun specifically because it's broken and unbalanced
Summarised from 34 of the 300 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
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SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS sits at 84% positive across 179 opinionated reactions from 4 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Critics, per Wikipedia
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos has received mixed reception, such as the rushed and bland presentation of the game (as seen in stages with very few colors and devoid of "life"), and the low resolution of the Neo Geo (320 × 240) made the game's visuals considerably rough considering the game's 2003 release. The PlayStation 2 and Xbox versions received "mixed" reviews according to the review aggregation website Metacritic. In Japan, Famitsu gave the PS2 version a score of three sixes and one seven for a total of 25 out of 40. In 2012, Complex ranked it as the 14th best SNK fighting game ever made, adding that "the game’s secret characters (Firebrand, Mars People, Zero, etc.) had to be the best…
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 287 · most liked firstCensorship. I will never support ♥♥♥♥ like that. edit: Game itself is not censored, but the fact alone that they had to censor the artwork for the west, and tell us that they are very sorry that this game could offend people is reason alone for me to not support this release and give it a negative review.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →One of the characters says kill yourself in his win quote
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →All of Demitri's Midnight Bliss transformations from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos.
neutral · AI labelView post →Good port and everything, but the fact that this game has limited continues in a game where the AI reads you like an open book is weird. please fix this. regarding the censorship, there is none to be seen, mai's boobs still bounce and the art gallery still show her with a cleavage and everything. so you guys can stop weaning.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →SNK VS CAPCOM SVC CHAOS (PS4) is up for preorder on Amazon ($34.99) buff.ly/4gQqqPI Switch (not live) buff.ly/3PfcKls #ad
neutral · AI labelView post →Capcom vs SNK 2 next, please?
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →lots of Nintendo Switch physical release pre-orders have gone up recently so here's a big thread - RollerCoaster Tycoon - Kemco RPG Vol. 1 - Dungeon Drafters - Poppy Playtime 3 Pack - Bubble Ghost Remake - The Messenger - SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS - Snow Bros. Wonderland - Snufkin - Wizardry - OFF
neutral · AI labelView post →Athena design reference, for SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos.
neutral · AI labelView post →KUSOGE WARNING: NOT FOR THE FEINT OF HEART This is known in the FGC as a "Kusoge", which means sh*t game in Japan. SVC Chaos is famous, or rather Infamous, for having such an effed up balance. There are several wild and questionable game design choices. How messed up is the balance you ask? - Every boss and hidden character is legal, which means - Shin Akuma is legal - Shin Akuma can do supers without meter, except for raging demon which does cost meter - Shin Akuma can lock you down with an…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →20 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PlayStation 2 in EU. It was distributed by Ignition Entertainment.
neutral · AI labelView post →Do not listen to any negative reviews of this game, those are from fake fighting game fans. This is the best game ever made and its one of the echelons of fighting game history. This game allows you to turn Hugo into female Hugo who is just Hugo's sprite but with boobs, the future really is now SNK (12/10).
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Censored content isn't for me. Hard Pass.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I bought this game to answer the most important question...Yes, Mai's boobs bounce, no censorship here. You're welcome, now buy this game since it has the most important feature uncensored.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →All the Red Arremer transformations from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos.
neutral · AI labelView post →SNK vs. Capcom: SVC CHAOS (Switch import/english) is $23.99/$25.99 at Play-Asia buff.ly/ysoLWm2
neutral · AI labelView post →Super underrated! Also if you want Capcom vs SNK 3 support this game
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A year ago today, SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PC via Steam worldwide. It was developed by Code Mystics and published by SNK Corporation.
neutral · AI labelView post →22 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was originally released at arcades worldwide. It was developed and published by SNK Playmore.
neutral · AI labelView post →It is 2024, let me add credits in the Arcade mode. Thank you
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Chun-Li and Mars People illustration, for SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos.
neutral · AI labelView post →21 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PlayStation 2 in JP. It was developed and published by SNK Playmore.
neutral · AI labelView post →All the Athena transformations from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos. Athena and Red Arremer don't transform. Can you tell who each transformation is?
neutral · AI labelView post →I really didn't want to write a negative review for this game. I think the game itself is awesome but I'm confused as to how I'm supposed to play it in its current state. This game visually looks great and I really like the sprites. The gameplay itself is pretty fun. This is also a really cool port with additions such as the gallery, leaderboard, and an online mode. But that's where the positives pretty much end. This game is infamously unbalanced. I never fully understood how broken it was…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →20 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on the Xbox in EU. It was developed by SNK Playmore and published by Ignition Entertainment.
neutral · AI labelView post →It's janky, broken, attackboxes fly over hurtboxes on certain characters with no apparent reason, has the bafflest decisions made, the hit sound effects sound like a toddler in a beach hitting a toy bucket with a toy shovel, the AI is the cheapest rage inducing input reading bullcrap even for SNK standards, aneurysm inducing final bosses, you wouldn't believe this game is from the same company that delivered The Last Blade 2 or Garou Mark of the Wolves... But you can feel the love poured into…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →SVC Chaos is an absolutely odd game. Created by SNK right after their FIRST bankrupsy, (Yes, they got bankrupted and turned into pachinko businesses twice over. The SNK story is absurd.) SVC chaos is an odd, dark crossover fighter which involves you playing as classic Capcom or SNK characters and duking it out, with stock punch sound effects and weird special moves that just don't feel right, along with specials that do random amounts of damage. Okay, let me point out the first elephant in…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →On this day 2 years ago, the key visual artwork for the modern re-release of SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos was released. The artwork is displayed below.
neutral · AI labelView post →Kim Kaphwan, SNK vs Capcom: SvC Chaos (SNK-Playmore) #winquote
neutral · AI labelView post →A year ago today, SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, & PC via GOG worldwide. It was developed by Code Mystics and published by SNK Corporation.
neutral · AI labelView post →Its a GREAT GAME. Its not the best fighting game ever (cuz that would be kof 2002) but its one of snk better games. Internet losers hate it bcuz they got their b1tch asses handed to them way too many time on this game lol. Ignore the haters and appreciate the re-release of this gem in modern consoles. Nuff said. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3295627398
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS has always been a bit of a mixed bag for me. Despite boasting an impressive roster that fans of both SNK and Capcom can appreciate, the game never quite captured my heart. Released during the twilight years of the Neo Geo, it’s clear that the game shows its flaws, particularly in its stage designs and soundtrack. While the inputs aren’t as smooth or user-friendly as those in KOF '97, the game still manages to hold its own thanks to Capcom characters and engaging…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →// SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS // Neo Geo // Intro/Title #SNKvsCapcom #neogeo #crt
neutral · AI labelView post →22 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PlayStation 2 in JP. It was developed and published by SNK Playmore.
neutral · AI labelView post →It runs Perfectly on Steam Deck and all the secret characters are available right away.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Mai Shiranui Art - SNK vs. Capcom SVC Chaos
neutral · AI labelView post →20 years ago, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on Xbox in AU. It was developed by SNK Playmore and published by Ignition Entertainment.
neutral · AI labelView post →GIVE US CAPCOM VS SNK 2
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Don't buy this game if you're looking for a totally polished, totally balanced fighting game that stands the test of time. This was a weird experiment by a company in its dying days running on decade-old hardware made mostly out of obligation. It rules in its own special little way, as a time capsule of sorts--the fact that the Neo Geo's lifespan crossed over with the Game Boy Advance will always be a little crazy to me, for one--and as a conservation effort I appreciate it immensely. The…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →(EDIT: The port is basically a carbon copy of the arcade version and runs very well, so as broken and silly as this game is, I simply can't rate it down and am changing to a thumbs up. Providing excellent ports of old obscure games like this simply must be encouraged - especially when done this well.) ----Original Review---- I remember seeing an actual cabinet for this at a Cinemark near my apartment in the early 2000's. I never put quarters in, so it's basically awesome that this game…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →SNK Vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Is Coming To Modern Platforms | Time Extension. ## SNK Vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Is Coming To Modern Platforms ## ### Introduction The iconic crossover fighter **SNK Vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos** is making a comeback on modern systems! After its release on Steam, the game will soon be available on PlayStation 4 (PS4), Nintendo Switch, and GOG on July 22nd. ### New Developments On Wednesday, [Limited Run Games](https://twitter.com/pixnlove_games/status/1815765367018410491)…
neutral · AI labelView post →Pre-Order: SNK VS CAPCOM SVC CHAOS (PS4) $34.99 via Amazon (Prime Eligible). ow.ly/akGY50UxvJP
neutral · AI labelView post →23 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was originally released at arcades worldwide. It was developed and published by SNK Playmore.
neutral · AI labelView post →2 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, & PC via GOG worldwide. It was developed by Code Mystics and published by SNK Corporation.
neutral · AI labelView post →21 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on the PlayStation 2 in the EU. It was distributed by Ignition Entertainment.
neutral · AI labelView post →Only for those who are curious SNK vs. CAPCOM: SVC Chaos is a fighting game that came out initially way back in 2003. If you live(d) in North America like me at the time you had to wait until the next year to grab it. And in an odd choice for those in NA, the publisher decided to release it only on the original XBOX. It's not like the XBOX wasn't popular. But it definitely was not a popular choice for fight fans. So in North America at least this game remained an obscure title. And to be…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Bought this so SNK knows I want Capcom vs SNK 1 & 2,
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Mai Shiranui, Kyo Kusanagi, Demitri Maximoff, and Zero from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos by artist Nona. More art from the game: creativeuncut.com/art_snk-vs-c...
neutral · AI labelView post →Dan Hibiki trains legions of the damned in his "Hell" ending from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos (2003)
neutral · AI labelView post →I've played this game in other forms and places. Even on the lowest difficulty setting there are some characters that are literally impossible to beat as they just spam untouchable moves to tedium. Even Mortal Kombat was tolerable on lower setting , but here I don't think the settings even work. It's a novelty game at best but almost unplayable unless you max out your guages in the settings. Even then it's Souls level hard on the lowest setting and I've been playing street fighter since SF1…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If purchasing this game get me one step closer to CVS2 on steam than it's worth it.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →fighting game players be like: "bro this game is kusoge its so broken and unbalanced" my brother in christ the game is fun specifically because it's broken and unbalanced
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →"Nude Palace" from "SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos" Playmore/2003 #SNK #Capcom #KOF #StreetFighter
neutral · AI labelView post →- Goenitz vs Tessa/ Tabasa pre-fight, SNK vs Capcom: SvC Chaos [NeoGeo] (SNK-Playmore)
neutral · AI labelView post →Disgusting woke disclaimer at the start of the game.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you want ports such as CvS2, buy it. Update. We did it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Don't buy this if your plan is to play it for fun single player sessions. Even at the lowest difficulty, the AI is very cheap with constant spam moves and reading inputs at a point that its not very fun to play. It reminds me the AI from the arcade versions of Street Fighter 2. Plus, for a 2003 game, its not very polished compared to other fighting games of that era like Street Fighter 3. It kinda feel like a cheap game overall.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →21 years ago today, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was released on the Xbox in the EU. It was developed by SNK Playmore and published by Ignition Entertainment.
neutral · AI labelView post →A year ago today, it was announced during the EVO 2024 event that SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos was receiving a modern re-release with additional features including online with rollback netcode, gallery, hitbox viewer, etc. The announcement trailer can be watched below. youtu.be/JqjMpn6JrYQ?...
neutral · AI labelView post →Alright, who had SVC Chaos: SNK vs. Capcom (or SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos if you prefer) getting a modern rerelease on their EVO announcements bingo card? www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTv_... Out on Steam now, consoles tomorrow store.steampowered.com/app/2442380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Ken Masters and Violent Ken from SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos by artist Nona. More art from the game: www.creativeuncut.com/art_snk-vs-c...
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