SEGA released the highly-anticipated Hellfire Vanguard update for Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis with the fourth region, new characters, new story quests, and much more. Our prior coverage of the Hellfire Vanguard update for Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis may be found here.
Here’s an overview of the new update via SEGA:
The Hellfire Vanguard update unlocks the newest open field region, Stia, in Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis. Volcanic Stia includes the harsh Dreisen Plant, Mediola Outer Area, and an ARKs base. ARKs will battle squads of Gigantix and the powerful Recon Gigants and complete a new Trial. The region is dotted with scorching Lava Pools and dangerous Lava Bombs rain down from above; throw Lava Bombs to do major damage, but don’t hold on to them for too long!
Continue the captivating story of Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis in Chapter 4, explore more of Halpha, and meet new characters like Glen, Kanui, and more. Work with Glen and Kanui to explore the region and determine if Dark Falz is lurking in Stia. Players can unlock level 70 and new skills for all classes as the story unfolds and complete new Battledias, Urgent Quests and courses. New 8-star Rarity Effulgent and Kouklophis weapon series are available today at weapons traders.
Lastly, Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Windows.