SNK’s big franchises will debut on Blacknut cloud gaming service

Blacknut, a provider of cloud gaming solutions, announced that legendary Japanese game developer and publisher SNK is the latest partner to join its Passes subscription model.

The new SNK Pass is now available across all Blacknut countries, bringing an exclusive collection of over 25 iconic SNK titles to players around the world.

Exclusive to Blacknut and the first of its kind, the SNK Pass 2 brings the world of classic arcade experiences to the cloud with instant access to some of the most beloved franchises in Japanese gaming history. Fans can dive into the action-packed worlds of The King of Fighters, Metal Slug, Samurai Shodown, and many more timeless classics – all instantly playable across a wide range of devices via the cloud.

Live in more than 60 countries, Blacknut allows players to access over 500+ premium video games via streaming under a single subscription. The cloud platform supports playing PC and console games on any compatible, connected device including tablets, laptops, mobile phones, smart TVs, and more. Blacknut’s innovative interface also allows players the opportunity to connect up to four Bluetooth gamepads to their device of choice.

“We’re proud to welcome SNK to the Blacknut publisher community and to give our players a new way to experience these legendary games,” said Nabil Laredj, VP of business development and licensing at Blacknut, in a statement. “This partnership showcases the power of our Passes model to create new value for publishers while giving gamers more choice and flexibility. With this launch, we’re also reinforcing our mission to make great games more accessible across every continent.”

This latest partnership underscores Blacknut’s ongoing commitment to expanding its premium content offering and supporting publishers in growing their global reach. With the SNK Pass, Blacknut will help deliver these legendary titles to newer, larger audiences in key markets such as India, Latin America, and the Middle East – regions where cloud gaming is rapidly gaining traction with Blacknut at the forefront.

The SNK Pass is now available as an optional add-on to any existing Blacknut subscription, and will be updated over time with more SNK titles.

Blacknut offers the largest catalog of premium games with 800+ premium titles via 150+ licensing partnerships carefully selected for the whole family, all included in a monthly subscription. The service is available in more than 65 countries across Europe, Asia, LATAM, MENA, and North America on a wide range of devices, including mobiles, set-top boxes and smart TVs.

Founded in 1978, SNK Corporation is a pioneering Japanese video game company best known for its rich legacy of arcade and console titles. With a portfolio that includes globally renowned franchises such as The King of Fighters, Metal Slug, Samurai Shodown, and Fatal Fury, SNK has played a defining role in shaping the history of gaming.