Arc System Works and French Bread announce that upcoming 2D fighting game UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes will release on January 25, 2024. Fans can expect post-launch support through free updates and a Season Pass featuring new DLC characters.
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes is the culmination to the “The Tale of the Hollow Night” saga that began with the very first title in the series.. The game will support rollback netcode, and up to nine players may player together in lobbies. Now, fans may look forward to the January release and watch an exciting new trailer.
January Gets Busier With UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
The latest UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes trailer was shown at Tokyo Game Show 2023, confirming the January 25 release date. Following the game’s launch, three new DLC characters will be released over time as part of the Season Pass. Season Pass purchases also include the bonus unlock for Kuon, who is voiced by Yuma Uchida.
Watch the new trailer below via Arc System Works.
Lastly, here’s an overview of the upcoming game via Arc System Works:
Players take the role of high school youth and story protagonist Hyde as he encounters the mysterious girl, Linne, prompting his inner EXS powers to suddenly awaken. The two band together in a grueling struggle to defeat the fearsome and so-called strongest user of all, Paradox. However, an enigmatic force known as Kuon the Aeon appears and crushes the two victors, proclaiming his advent of the world’s end. This leads to Linne’s disappearance where Hyde, now determined to save their world from Kuon, ventures alone into the Night…
The latest series entry also boasts a unique battle system brought to life by revamped, high-quality pixel art visuals and dynamically detailed facial expressions. Players will also realize the sequel’s true combat splendor through its expanded move list, new character abilities and finely-tuned balances, evolved battle system, and implementation of Rollback Netcode. Simply by pushing the EXS button, even beginners can perform stylish moves with ease, resulting in a sense of speed not found in other traditional 2D fighting games. In addition, newly enhanced network features (alongside Rollback Netcode) allow players to test their skills against global online opponents in smooth Rank Matches and Player Matches!
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes launches January 25, 2024 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
