More details will be revealed later today
Kodoani.com – At the event The Game AwardsSega et Ryu ga Gotoku Studio (RGG Studio) has officially revealed a promising new project in the legendary fighting game series Virtua Fighter. More details will be announced during the livestream later, but the appearance at this prestigious event has the gaming community excited.
The return of the legendary 3D fighter
Since its debut in 1993, Virtua Fighter is not only a fighting game series but also a symbol of innovation in the gaming industry. This was the first game to use 3D polygonal graphics, creating a turning point in visuals and gameplay in the 90s. With a control system Three simple buttons but full of depth — punching, kicking and blocking — Virtua Fighter offers tactical and sophisticated gameplay, establishing itself as a pioneer in the fighting game genre.
Over the years, Sega has developed and released five main installments, with the most recent being Virtua Fighter 5first launched in 2006 and continues to be upgraded with version Final Showdown in 2010. The game series also expanded its influence through remakes such as Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown (2021), built on graphics Dragon Engine by RGG Studio.
Virtua Fighter 5 REVO – A new look
In parallel with the new project, Sega announced an updated version Virtua Fighter 5 REVOscheduled to launch on PC via Steam next winter. This version promises to bring many notable improvements:
Rollback netcode: Helps increase stability and reduce latency in online matches.
Improved graphics: Update character models and environments, upgrade visuals to be more modern.
Game balance adjusted: Ensures a fairer and more competitive experience for players.
For PlayStation 4 users, version Ultimate Showdown will receive a major update called “ver 2.0,” incorporating all the upgrades from Virtua Fighter 5 REVO.
Timeless vitality
Not just stopping at games, Virtua Fighter was adapted into a television anime in 1995, marking a new step in expanding the game's world. These anime episodes are still available to watch on Tube TV.
