In a nutshell
- Mai Shiranui arrives August 27, 2026 in Crystal of Atlan
- Limited‑time collab event “Dancing With Flames” runs until September 17
- New Fighter class branch Sugariff debuts with rhythm‑based combat
NUVERSE Games’ Crystal of Atlan is crossing over with the legendary fighting game The King of Fighters ’98, bringing Mai Shiranui into the world of Atlan starting August 27, 2026. Known for her mastery of the Shiranui style, Mai combines beauty and strength in a collaboration that faithfully honors her fighting legacy.
The collab event, “Dancing With Flames,” runs until September 17, 2026, featuring combat challenges, exclusive cosmetics, and limited‑time rewards.
Crystal of Atlan x The King of Fighters ’98 Collab Event Details
Players can log in for 8 consecutive days during the Flame Dance Pact event to earn rewards like the collab‑limited avatar frame Crimson Firefan and the title Dancing With Flames.
Mai appears as a combat NPC, challenging adventurers through five rounds of fiery battles. Clearing these challenges unlocks rewards including:
- Collab‑limited Emote
- Aura Flaming Ring
- Accessory Butterfly Fan
- Other exclusive items
Additional collab content includes:
- Fighter & Musketeer exclusive clothing Flaming Butterfly (via bundle)
- Chibi pet Mai Shiranui (limited gacha, available until October 28, 2026)
Sugariff Class Branch Debuts
Alongside Mai’s arrival, Crystal of Atlan introduces the Fighter’s new class branch: Sugariff.
Sugariff channels the power of music into explosive martial arts combos, unleashing punches and kicks in sync with rhythm. Her debut comes with exclusive events like Idol Training, Bassdrop Codex, Punk Sonic, and Carnival Tour, offering gear, vouchers, dungeon materials, and growth items to fast‑track progression.
Availability
The Crystal of Atlan x The King of Fighters ’98 collaboration begins August 27, 2026 and runs until September 17, 2026. The Sugariff class branch is available starting the same day.
