SNK Playmore to Change Name on December 1 to SNK - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 01 November 2016 / 8,044 Views
SNK Playmore, the The King of Fighters developer, announced it will be changing its name to SNK and the company slogan to "The Future is Now."
"This change of corporation name to 'SNK,' and slogan to 'The Future Is Now' marks a return to SNK’s glorious gaming history," reads the press release.
"Through the huge success of many of its game franchises in the past, SNK is still a brand supported by countless fans from around the world to this day. The new corporation name chosen for this turning point, signifies both a return to the origins of SNK, and revival of our pioneer spirit to always offer long-time fans of SNK, as well as newcomers, entertainment of an even higher quality moving forward."
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