Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2: What Fighting Fans Need to Know

SEGA has officially announced that Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., the highly anticipated remake of the iconic fighting franchise, will be making its way to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 platform.

This new version brings the legendary Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown experience—with notable enhancements—to a new generation of players and hardware.

Originally released on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2007 under the title Virtua Fighter 5, and most recently reimagined for modern audiences as Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown, the franchise has maintained a dedicated fanbase thanks to its deep mechanics and competitive gameplay.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

first launched for PC via Steam in January 2024 to positive reception, with fighting game fans requesting a wider release on major console platforms ever since. The announcement for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

coming to Nintendo Switch 2 was made over the weekend, as confirmed by SEGA representatives.

While a specific release date has yet to be revealed, the confirmation alone has generated significant buzz within the fighting game community.

According to SEGA, the R.E.V.O.

edition features rollback netcode—a state-of-the-art online multiplayer technology—designed to provide smoother and more responsive online play.

The title will also support cross-play functionality, allowing players on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC to compete seamlessly against one another.

SEGA has also implemented the first major balance update to Virtua Fighter in over a decade, ensuring a more refined and competitive experience for both veterans and newcomers.

In an official statement, a SEGA spokesperson emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting the game post-launch, noting that "multiple additional content updates are currently in the works" to maintain the game's relevance and player engagement. Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

continues the legacy of one of the industry’s pioneering 3D fighting games, offering substantial improvements while honoring its roots.

The game's appearance on Nintendo Switch 2 further underscores SEGA's strategy of reaching fans across all major platforms, following its initial Steam release earlier this year.

As more details—including release timing—emerge, Virtua Fighter fans can rest assured that exciting new content is on the horizon.

For now, R.E.V.O.'s arrival on Nintendo Switch 2 marks a significant milestone in Virtua Fighter’s storied history, expanding access to a new audience while reinvigorating the classic for longtime series enthusiasts. Stay tuned to this page and official SEGA channels for updates on the Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

Nintendo Switch 2 launch as more information becomes available.

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