SEGA Sets High Standards for Next Virtua Fighter Entry Ahead of Switch 2 Release

SEGA has officially confirmed its plans to bring Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

to the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2, alongside select next-generation gaming platforms.

The announcement marks a significant milestone for the storied Virtua Fighter franchise, renowned for its technical depth and innovation since its inception in 1993.

Developed by SEGA’s Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

is poised to introduce fans—both longstanding veterans and newcomers—to enhanced features such as rollback netcode for smoother online play and cross-play capabilities, ensuring competitive matchmaking across different platforms.

As anticipation builds around the series’ debut on Nintendo’s new hardware, SEGA’s commitment to quality remains unwavering.

In a recent interview with Famitsu, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama shed light on the internal expectations set for the next major Virtua Fighter entry, which remains in the early stages of development.

Yokoyama provided a candid assessment of the project’s trajectory, stating through a translation by EventHubs, that if the game does not meet the stringent standards the team upholds, they will not hesitate to halt development partway.

This level of dedication, he emphasized, underscores how seriously the studio takes its responsibility to the franchise and its global community of fans. Producer Riichirou Yamada reinforced Yokoyama’s sentiments, noting that when the studio head determines a project is not meeting their criteria for quality and innovation, development truly comes to a stop.

The development team is not simply building on established formulae; they are determined to create a Virtua Fighter experience that breaks new ground and brings fresh gameplay elements that have not been seen before in the series or the genre.

As of now, no specific details regarding supported platforms or a projected release date for this new Virtua Fighter installment have been disclosed.

In the meantime, fans can look forward to the launch of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

on Nintendo Switch 2.

The game will bring with it cutting-edge online infrastructure, including the much-requested rollback netcode and cross-play functionality, directly addressing feedback from the competitive fighting community.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

aims to deliver a robust and unified online experience, leveraging the capabilities of next-generation hardware such as the Switch 2 and beyond.

SEGA’s steadfast approach highlights the evolving standards of game development in the fighting genre.

As Virtua Fighter readies for a new era, one thing is clear: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio is set on ensuring the franchise continues to innovate while honoring its remarkable legacy.

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