SNK Playmore has released the (King of Fighters XV) KOFXV update 1.001.004 patch for last-gen and next-gen platforms, and this is to fix the hardlock technical issue that’s been happening on all platforms. Those on Xbox Series X|S and Windows 10, the patch isn’t out yet for those platforms.

KOFXV Update 1.001.004 | King of Fighters XV Update 1.001.004 Patch Notes:

【KOF XV】
Patch Ver. 1.14, which fixes an error that hardlocks the game, released today for PS5/PS4/Steam, and Epic.
For Xbox Series X|S/Win10, we will announce as soon as the patch is released.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.#KOF15 #KOFXV pic.twitter.com/vkGNg0D2dR

— SNK GLOBAL (@SNKPofficial) April 5, 2022

[KOF XV】
Patch Ver. 1.14, which fixes an error that hardlocks the game, released today for PS5/PS4/Steam, and Epic.
For Xbox Series X|S/Win10, we will announce as soon as the patch is released.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.

That seems to be it. If there are other gameplay-related changes in this patch that’s found, we’ll be sure to update the post. If you still haven’t played the game yet, go read our review here where we state, “The King is back. If you are a newcomer to the series, it is a fantastic game to start on your KOF journey. Returners will have a blast with the classic characters returning and the beautiful style improvements. You can preorder the Ultimate Edition to get three days of early access to The King of Fighters XV.”

Check out the rest of our KOFXV coverage right here.