Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 With Cross-Platform Play and Rollback Netcode

SEGA has officially announced that Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., the acclaimed reimagining of the long-running fighting game series, will launch on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

This brings one of SEGA’s most iconic competitive fighters to a new generation of Nintendo hardware, further broadening the franchise's audience and potential player base.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

initially revitalized the classic brawler with updated visuals, balance changes, and a suite of online enhancements for modern platforms.

The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 release aims to deliver not only the complete Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

experience but also key advancements that bring it in line with current multiplayer standards on consoles. In an official message released via the Virtua Fighter Discord and SEGA’s communication channels, the development team addressed the community’s requests for multiplatform availability.

"From the day Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

launched, we consistently heard requests from players for cross-platform play and support across more systems.

The development team is excited to respond by ensuring users on all platforms, including Nintendo Switch 2, can enjoy Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

together," SEGA stated.

They further confirmed that cross-play support will be implemented, allowing players to compete seamlessly across supported hardware.

Moreover, the highly praised rollback netcode—previously utilized in the Steam version—will be integrated on all launched platforms, guaranteeing smoother and more responsive online matches regarded as vital for the fighting game community. While a specific release date for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

on Nintendo Switch 2 has yet to be announced, SEGA assured fans that the upcoming version will feature added content, aiming to offer more than a straightforward port.

The company promised additional details and feature announcements in forthcoming updates.

The upcoming release on Nintendo’s next-generation console is set to expand Virtua Fighter’s legacy by leveraging advanced online features and Nintendo Switch 2’s hardware capabilities.

Keep an eye on official SEGA channels, Nintendo Direct presentations, and the eShop for news on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.’s launch date and further content reveals.

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