Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage: Exciting New Release for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and Steam
Discover the latest update featuring single-player mode, crossplay, rollback netcode, and exciting DLC characters—enhance your gaming experience today!
Exciting News: Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. Gets a Major Update!
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is making waves with its upcoming release, bringing a host of new features and improvements. Here's what you need to know:
New Version Announced
During the EVO event on Friday, the team behind Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. revealed that a new version, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, is on its way. This update will be available on multiple platforms:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- Nintendo Switch 2 (coming soon)
- PC via Steam
Release Dates:
- PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam versions launch on October 30.
- PC version will be a free upgrade for existing Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. owners.
Special Offers & Beta Testing
- Owners of the PS4 version of Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown can purchase the new version at a discount.
- PS4 DLC packs can be transferred to the PS5 version.
- A closed beta for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam will be available in early September.
- The Switch 2 version is listed as "coming soon".
New Features & Content
The update introduces several exciting features:
- Single-player mode for a richer gaming experience.
- Crossplay functionality to play with friends across different platforms.
- Rollback netcode for smoother online matches.
- New playable character: Dural, the mysterious final boss, joins the fight as a DLC character.
Pre-Orders & Additional Content
Pre-orders are now available for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. As a bonus, pre-ordering grants a Sega Genesis character customization item.
About the Game
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. originally launched on PC via Steam on January 28. The new version, developed by Ryu ga Gotoku Studio (the team behind the Yakuza series), features:
- Enhanced graphics with new character models
- Improved levels and cinematic quality
- Support for up to 4K resolution at 60 FPS
A Brief History
Sega launched the first Virtua Fighter arcade game in 1993, pioneering a simple yet innovative three-button control system. The series has released five main installments, with the latest being Virtua Fighter 5 in arcades (2006) and Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown (2010), which was later ported to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2012.
The franchise also expanded into anime, with a series released in 1995. The anime is available for streaming on Tubi TV and was previously released on VHS and DVD by Media Blasters.
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to step into the new Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage experience!**