Cygames, Inc. has begun accepting pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of " Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising " (hereinafter " GBVSR "), which is scheduled for release on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
The company has also revealed details on newly added modes, new features coming with the Ver. 2.60 update scheduled for release on the same day, and a bonus for linking save data with “GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok.”
The Nintendo Switch 2 version includes much of the DLC from the existing version, available to play right from the start!
The “Legendary Edition” releasing on Nintendo Switch 2 will include some of the DLC previously released for GBVSR, available from the start.
The "Legendary Edition" includes a deluxe lineup of DLC, featuring a total of 40 playable characters, including the new character " Ido."
This is the perfect, great-value edition for anyone just starting out with GBVSR.
The specific contents of the set are as follows.
- "Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising" main game
- Deluxe Character Pass Part 1
- Deluxe Character Pass Part 2
- Additional Character Set "Ido"
Additionally, the "Legendary Edition" includes the "Reverence Atia" Sandalphon costume—usable in battle and as a digital figure—as an early purchase bonus.
W-Wow...!
This is the stage outfit Sandalphon wore on the cover of her character song “ ORISON ”!
This is sure to be a must-have costume for any Sandalphon fan.
Reverence Atia will be included with this product if purchased by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, January 12, 2027.
While the costume is scheduled to go on sale separately after the early purchase bonus period ends, fans should definitely pre-order now.
Additionally, the "Legendary Edition" is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Steam.
Existing players have nothing to worry about.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version features “Gyro VS” for even more casual battles!
As a feature exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 version, a new mode called “Gyro VS ” has been added, allowing you to unleash combo attacks and abilities simply by shaking the Joy-Con.
With no button inputs required, anyone can enjoy immersive battles!
One of GBVSR’s key features is “easy special moves with a single button,” but Gyro VS takes convenience to the next level.
While it doesn’t support online multiplayer modes like Ranked Matches or Casual Matches, it looks like you’ll be able to play with just about anyone.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version also supports local wireless multiplayer!
The Nintendo Switch 2 version supports local wireless multiplayer between consoles, requiring no internet connection.
You can play anytime, anywhere, even when you don’t have access to a PC or other devices.
Additionally, online multiplayer supports cross-play.
You can play seamlessly with players on previous-generation consoles.
There are new additions to the versions for existing platforms as well!
To coincide with the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 version, numerous new features will be added to the existing GBVSR as well.
New Battle Mode: "Super Ultimate+"
Introducing “Super Ultimate+” mode, where you can play as all characters in a state of spectacular, super-powered upgrades!
While the specific details of the enhancements are unknown at this stage, the images reveal that Gran’s hair is light blue and that the Languran Field surrounds Beelzebub.
Although this mode isn’t available for online multiplayer modes such as Ranked Matches and Casual Matches, it looks like you’ll be able to enjoy some wild and chaotic battles unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
New Battle System: “Chain Attack”
"Chain Attack" has been added—a follow-up attack that can be performed from the mid or low hits of a Triple Attack by consuming BP and the Special Gauge!
Although this has already been announced, it’s sure to be an exciting new element that will amp up the intensity of battle tactics.
Details have also been revealed for the "GBVSR" × "GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok" save data linkage bonus!
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Details on the save data link bonus with " GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok " have been announced!
If you play both GBVSR and "GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok" on the same console and have save data for both titles, you can receive cross-game bonuses in each game.
In GBVSR, you can obtain Id’s weapon skin—set to be released in Version 2.60—as well as the lobby avatar “Luria (Savior Priestess),” which can be used in GBVSR.
Bonuses Available Within GBVSR
- Weapon Skin "Premium Sword (Id)"
- Character Colors No. 20–No. 21 (Ido)
- Lobby Avatar "Luria (Savior Priestess)"
- Lobby Avatar "Ido"
- Special Plate "GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Key Visual 1"
- Special Plate "GRANBLUE FANTASY: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Key Visual 2"
- Title (Gold) "Time-Honored Id User"
- System Voice "Id"
Id-themed commemorative merchandise will be available on CyStore!
To celebrate Ido’s debut, CyStore will begin accepting pre-orders for Ido’s acrylic stand and acrylic keychain starting Thursday, September 17, 2026!
An acrylic stand featuring “Sandalphon” in her “Reverence Atia” costume will also be available.
Furthermore, to celebrate the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 version, pre-orders for past CyStore merchandise are also scheduled to begin.
Additionally, “Id” designs will be added to Amazon’s on-demand printing service, “Merch on Demand,” starting Thursday, September 17, 2026!
You can purchase these items from Amazon Merch on Demand sites in seven countries worldwide: Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Be sure to check them out!
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of GBVSR launches on September 17! Pre-order now to get early-purchase bonuses
Pre-orders for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version of GBVSR began on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Pre-orders are now being accepted at the “ Nintendo Store ” and the “Nintendo eShop.”
There’s also an early purchase bonus that includes a character costume, so if you’re interested, be sure to pre-order now!
For future updates, please check the "Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising" official website and the "Granblue Fantasy Versus" official X account ( @gbvs_official ).