Even though it's a "Dream Match," the game uses the character designs and teams established during the NESTS saga (KOF '99–2001).
While there isn't a story mode, the game features a few narrative-adjacent elements: KOF 2002 ACA NEOGEO
Unlike many entries in the series, (and its ACA NEOGEO port) does not actually have a formal story. Even though it's a "Dream Match," the game
The legendary villain Rugal Bernstein serves as the final boss and the host of the tournament, despite having been killed in earlier games. Even though it's a "Dream Match
While there isn't a story mode, the game features a few narrative-adjacent elements:
Unlike many entries in the series, (and its ACA NEOGEO port) does not actually have a formal story.
The legendary villain Rugal Bernstein serves as the final boss and the host of the tournament, despite having been killed in earlier games.
