Killer Instinct is a fighting game developed by Rare and published by Nintendo for the Super NES (SNES). Released in 1995, it belongs to the genre of 2D versus fighting games. Players choose from a diverse roster, each with unique moves and combos, to battle in one-on-one matches. The game is known for its combo system, which allows fighters to chain multiple attacks together, and Ultra Combos for dramatic finishes. It features pre-rendered 3D characters and backgrounds, a pulsating soundtrack, and fast-paced gameplay, appealing to competitive and casual players alike.