Cygames and Arc System Works have teamed up to develop the fighting game "Granblue Fantasy Versus " ("GBVS").
This title has been the talk of the town even before its release, and now the release date has been officially announced.
What is Granblue Fantasy?
"Granblue Fantasy" is a social game developed by Cygames and provided by Mobage for smartphones. Usually referred to as "GBF".
The service started in 2014 and is still a very popular RPG with many users playing today.
The game is popular not only for its gameplay and storyline, but also for its attractive characters featuring popular voice actors, and it has been adapted into numerous media mixes, including manga, novels, anime, and radio.
"GBVS" is a fighting game based on "Granblue Fantasy.
Easy to use and exhilarating to play!
"GBVS" is attractive for its simple controls that allow players to use abilities (special moves) with a single button.
In addition to abilities, throws, special moves, and guards can also be performed with a single button press, making it possible for even those who are not good at fighting games to enjoy the game.
The simple controls do not mean that the game is not challenging, but it also requires a high level of strategy, as there is a set coold time after using abilities and there are moves and releases that can turn the tables on your opponent, so you need to read your opponent's moves and think about how to stand your ground.
Online mode is also available so that you can enjoy playing against players from all over the world as well as local competition.
The game was developed by Arc System Works, the developer of the "GUILTY GEAR" series, so the beautiful graphics are as if they were straight out of an anime.
Equipped with RPG mode
"GBVS" is a fighting game, but it doesn't stop there, as it is based on "Granblue Fantasy".
There is also an "RPG Mode" where you can enjoy the new story as an action RPG.
There is a fully-voiced drama part, character development, customization, and quests to complete. The game can also be enjoyed as a full RPG through character development, customization, quests, and more.
In quest battles, you and your partner can play together locally or online. Let's work together to defeat powerful bosses.
You can also set your partner as the CPU, so you can enjoy the fun of co-op even if you are playing alone.
The game will be released on February 6, 2020.
"Granblue Fantasy Versus" will be released on February 6, 2020 for PlayStation 4.
The standard edition is 6,980 JPY (excluding tax) for both packaged and downloadable versions, while the "Granblue Fantasy Versus (Premium BOX)", which comes with a character pass, art book, CD, and other luxury perks, is 11,860 JPY (excluding tax) for the packaged version, and the downloadable version comes with a character pass, etc. Granblue Fantasy Versus (Character Pass Set)" which comes with a Character Pass and other items is 9,860 JPY (excluding tax), and "Granblue Fantasy Versus (Digital Deluxe)" which comes with a Character Pass, Digital Art Book and Digital Art Book for the downloadable version. Versus (Digital Deluxe)" is 11,860 JPY (excluding tax).
The standard packaged version and "Granblue Fantasy Versus (Premium Box)" are available on Amazon, while the standard downloadable version, "Granblue Fantasy Versus (Character Pass Set)" and "Granblue Fantasy Versus (Digital Deluxe)" are now available for pre-order on PlayStation Store.
The PlayStation Store is offering a special pre-order discount for the downloadable versions, with a 10% discount if pre-orders are placed by February 5, 2020, the day before the game's release.
"GBVS" is sure to create a new boom in the world of fighting games and e-sports.
We are sure that new information will be released before the release, so be sure to check out the official Granblue Fantasy Versus website.