GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- ", the latest in the "GUILTY GEAR" series, is scheduled for release on April 9, 2021 (Friday).
On January 1, the new year began with the release of a trailer for " Yamiji Mitsu's " entry in the series, and the game is just about to go on the attack until its release, which is just like "LET'S ROCK!
As we enter the year 2021 and the release date approaches, we are beginning to wonder what we can do with "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-".
For those who are interested, we have released some information about the offline mode of "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-"!
Offline mode offers everything from practice to competition!
Online mode, where you can play against people from all over the world from the comfort of your own home, seems to be the mainstream in fighting games these days, but it is also important to hone your skills offline by practicing carefully and playing matches with zero time lag.
Here is a partial list of the offline modes that will be available in "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-"!
Tutorial
This is a mode where new players and fans of the series can learn the basic operations of "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-".
It is important for those who have played the series to master the unique motions of this title.
In this mode, you can learn basic controls while enjoying the dialogue between "Sol Bad Guy" and "Kai Kisque". The new mode is a major evolution from the traditional tutorial mode, in which players digest one general task at a time .
It's the first mode you should play, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player!
Arcade
This is the basic mode of the arcade game where you battle the CPU in a series of battles.
Win the battles while enjoying the full-voiced conversational drama that further delves into the characters' charms!
In this title, routes automatically branch according to the player's skills.
Depending on the route, you may find yourself in an unusual 2-on-1 battle with a rival character joining you, or a battle with the strongest boss with a special performance...?
The conversation changes depending on the route, so you can enjoy this mode over and over again!
Missions
This is a mission-style mode that challenges you with techniques useful in practice, from basic operations to character-specific combos.
It's no exaggeration to say that combos are the star of the GUILTY GEAR series, so make sure to practice them and show them off in battle!
You can learn useful techniques in practice by taking on the prepared challenges one at a time, but it doesn't end when you complete a challenge!
You can earn proficiency points by clearing tasks, and as you earn more points, you can "review what you've learned in COM matches. As your points increase, you can review what you have learned in COM matches, etc., or try online matches. "Let's try online matches," and so on.
This can be used as a guide for challenging modes that you have not played before.
Survival
This is a simple, yet demanding mode in which players fight a series of battles until they run out of energy.
You can only recover a certain amount of energy by defeating opponents, so be careful of your energy distribution and the compatibility of your characters and play style as you progress through the battles!
At each stage, powerful enemies with countless powerful moves will appear, so it is important to conserve your remaining energy.
Online ranking is supported, so aim for the top ranking and win!
Training
Practice is the best way to improve your skills. This mode offers a full range of options for every situation, so everyone from beginners to professional gamers can practice to their satisfaction.
You can freely practice commands and operations, check command lists with videos and explanations for beginners who don't know how to control their characters, and customize your own commands such as " recording " and " automatic counterattack settings " for advanced players!
The " Save Combo Recipe" function, which allows you to save your own tried-and-true moves, is also included, allowing you to create your own original combos!
Versus
The best part of the offline world is the tension-filled versus matches with zero time lag. Enjoy the tense matchups where a split-second decision can decide who wins or loses!
In addition to versus matches, you can also enjoy CPU matches where you can freely set the strength and character, and after the match, you can analyze your play and view the data in a graph.
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses is the first step to growth! Polish up your skills and use them in your next match!
More Offline Modes to Come!
The offline mode announced this time is quite extensive, but this is only a part of the content.
The long-awaited " Story Mode " and " Gallery Mode " are also planned, so stay tuned for more information!
We can't take our eyes off "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-," which will be released one after another in the year 2021.
For more information, please check the official website of "GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-"!