Kyo Kusanagi
The game features a similar cast to "KOF '94" with the exception of the USA Team, which was replaced by the Rival Team. The plot features a new King of Fighters tournament once again promoted by the criminal Rugal Bernstein, who wants to take revenge against Kyo Kusanagi, who defeated him in last year's tournament. The game also introduces a sub-boss character, Saisyu Kusanagi, who is the father of Kyo. "KOF '95" also introduces the fighter Iori Yagami, who becomes Kyo's rival in the series.