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THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 02 Jun 2026

PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 2 · Dreamcast · Classic Macintosh · Neo Geo · PC · macOS · Linux

SNK · 2000

LumiScore

71/100

Recommended

Growth (BDS)

56

Risk (RIS)

4

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

T

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.70
B2Social-emotional
0.20
B3Motor
0.75

THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 offers intense competitive gameplay that sharpens cognitive skills like strategic thinking, critical thinking, and reaction time. Its diverse roster and deep mechanics provide a challenging and rewarding experience for players looking to master a fighting game.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.17

As a competitive fighting game, THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 carries a minor risk of competitive toxicity and social comparison, though the lack of stranger chat mitigates this. The game's stylized violence is typical for the genre and rated T for Teen.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 safe for kids?

LumiKin gives THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 a LumiScore of 71/100. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

How long should kids play THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000?

LumiKin's recommended play time for THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000?

As a competitive fighting game, THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 carries a minor risk of competitive toxicity and social comparison, though the lack of stranger chat mitigates this. The game's stylized violence is typical for the genre and rated T for Teen.