At the conclusion of the SNK World Championship 2025, Yasuyuki Oda announced an exhilarating return for the championship in 2026. This year’s impressive prize pool of $4.1 million will make a comeback, assuring participants of substantial rewards.

While the specific distribution among games has yet to be disclosed, the previous amounts included $2.5 million for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, $1 million for King of Fighters 15, $500,000 for Samurai Shodown, and $100,000 for Art of Fighting 3. The inclusion of Art of Fighting 3 is particularly noteworthy, especially with SNK developing a new entry in the series.

The promise of more details regarding qualifier tournaments and prize breakdowns is sure to heighten excitement in the community. SNK’s return with such a monumental prize pool sets the stage for intense competition and enthusiasm among global challengers. Prepare to battle and seize your opportunity in 2026!