Exciting updates from the Virtua Fighter Spring Direct
The recent Virtua Fighter Spring Direct event brought a wealth of news about upcoming titles,including the highly anticipated Virtua Fighter 6 and the newly announced Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. The standout announcement is that R.E.V.O. will be available on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. This version will feature full cross-play support and rollback netcode to enhance gameplay experience, although no specific release date was provided.
Anticipation for New Platforms
Siji Aoki,who leads legacy projects for Virtua Fighter,expressed excitement about bringing Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. to new consoles. He acknowledged that fans have been eager for this since its initial launch on Steam. Aoki confirmed that the rollback feature from the Steam version would also be included across all platforms to ensure smoother gameplay.
Character Comebacks and New Designs
In addition to platform announcements, fans were thrilled by hints regarding Virtua Fighter 6. One notable reveal was the return of Wolf Hawkfield, a fan-favorite character who has undergone a striking redesign featuring a bushy beard reminiscent of Ganondorf's look along with tattoos covering his body. As he made his entrance during the presentation, an in-game announcer humorously noted his comeback from what was described as a “controversial retirement.”
Deeper Character Stories
Riichiro Yamada, the new project producer for Virtua Fighter, shared insights into how character progress will differ in this installment compared to previous games.He stated that earlier titles did not provide much background or motivation for characters; however, players can expect richer narratives in this new game.
A behind-the-scenes glimpse indicated that this project would draw inspiration from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio’s storytelling expertise—known primarily for their work on the Yakuza series—to develop deeper character arcs and origin stories for both returning favorites and newcomers alike.
Development Progress
While no exact release dates were mentioned during the Direct presentation for either title, it was clear both games are progressing well in development stages. Fans are left with anticipation as they await further updates and hopefully more details regarding release timelines.
Sunday’s event showcased significant developments within the beloved franchise while promising exciting features aimed at enhancing player engagement through improved storytelling and gameplay mechanics across multiple platforms.
