Cygames and Arc System Works revealed new details about Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising including the new playable character Anila and new gameplay mechanics. The upcoming fighting game will also be present at EVO 2023 this summer.
Anila makes her playable debut in Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising as an all-rounder with a polearm. She has a variety of projectiles, anti-airs, and rush-down attacks as the Queen of Sheep. Further, Anila and the rest of the Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising roster may use new Dash Attacks and New Triple Attacks.
EVO Japan 2023 attendees may purchase new Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising merchandise at the venue. As previously reported, a pre-release tournament will be held at EVO 2023 later this summer. The developers are preparing ways for all players to try out Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising before launch (i.e. open beta.)
The latest details are available below via Gematsu:
Anila (voiced by Leona Renee in English, Aoi Yuuki in Japanese)
An all-rounder who fights using a pole-arm and divine sheep. With a variety of projectiles, anti-airs, and rush-down attacks, the Queen of Sheep has a powerful set of tools that can be utilized by players of all skill levels.
Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising‘s Design Concept
The core A quick attack that can be performed while dashing-close the gap and keep the pressure on with different variations using light, medium, and heavy attacks. Some characters have dash attacks that can be chained into combos or used to catch blocking foes off guard! Just like the original Auto Combo system from Granblue Fantasy: Versus, Triple Attacks can be performed by pushing an attack button three times in a row. The third hit, however, can now be changed to an overhead or low attack depending on your input. Use them to open up a defensive foe and keep your pressure going! —Casual Match Mode —Versus Rank Display Update To commemorate Granblue Fantasy: Versus‘ appearance as a main title, limited-edition merchandise featuring exclusive art will be available at EVO Japan 2023. Details will be revealed later on the official EVO Japan 2023 Twitter account. An open beta tournament for Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising will be held at EVO 2023! We’re still preparing other ways for you to try the game out beforehand, so stay tuned! Lastly, Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising launches this spring for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
New Mechanic: New Triple Attacks
Online Features
Exclusive Merchandise at EVO Japan 2023
EVO 2023 Open Beta Tournament
Teaser Trailer
