Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Reviews
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is a small step forward from the original, but all those tiny tweaks make it feel that much better. Online matches feel seamless, the new and changed characters have a lot of variety, and the story is a fun if incomprehensible ride. However, it takes a bit too much of the first game out including offline unlockables or even getting kicked back to the main menu in single player if you lose your connection. Still, its strengths outweigh its weaknesses by a wide margin and is an absolute blast to play.
All that said, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising largely achieves its central tasks. It lowers the barrier to entry for newcomers while also offering a well-designed roster with enough complexities to keep things exciting for seasoned hands. I found myself pulled into matches that balanced flashy techniques with the more deliberate pacing of old-school genre entries, creating compelling duels I’m eager to return to. Perhaps most notably, it addresses the core issue with the last game, adding rollback netcode that makes online play dramatically more stable. Although there are a few whiffs, such as the inability to filter opponents by connection speed and regressions in its story mode, it generally hits as hard as its colorful cast of combatants.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising improves on the original in almost every way, and while not quite at the level of the very best in the genre, it still offers enjoyable fighting experience.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is an intoxicating blend of style, accessibility and fun. Even if you don’t know the franchise, you’ll love this incredible fighter.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising once again shows Arc System Works' skill in making fighting games. Its new features are sure to please Granblue Fantasy fans.
Review in Chinese | Read full review
An amazing fighting game for veterans and newcomers alike.
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The definitive edition of a solid fighting game, now on Nintendo Switch 2
This new game addresses the main issues from the original 2020 release and introduces a lot of additional content, such as new mechanics and characters. Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is the definitive version. Although it might not be a must-buy for players who played the previous title, it's an accessible and deep fighting game that will appeal to both newcomers and experts.
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Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising is stunning and rich in content for those who are looking for a fun and accessible game with no high skill ceiling that will reward you on any level of gameplay
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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising does what any good sequel should do, and that's take what works in the first game and amplifies its strengths while also fixing some of its shortcomings. The addition of new moves involving a special meter deepen the overall fighting mechanics, but it still retains the simpler control scheme for newcomers and as a comprehensive training system to help genre rookies get acclimated to the overall Arc System way of fighting. The character roster feels much more substantial and in line with what's expected from a modern-day fighting game, while the rollback netcode gives people more confidence in entering online bouts without fear of most network conditions creating an unplayable experience. If you can shake off the fact that a good chunk of the game is directly lifted from the first title, you'll greatly enjoy Rising.
Whilst feeling more like an upgrade than a true sequel, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is nonetheless a deep, engaging fighter that is widely accessible for all skill levels.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is basically a "Super" Granblue Fantasy Versus. That is, it is an updated package with all the characters so far, netcode via rollback and some new modes. If you liked the original, you'll appreciate this new game even more. Otherwise, since the basis is still the same, it is unlikely that your opinion will change.
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Yes, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is a good fighting game but its totes adorbs Grand Bruise Legends mode is what really won me over.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising feels like a playable anime and delivers excellent 2.5D fighting with distinct characters for amateurs and pros alike.
Review in German | Read full review
I've already put quite a few hours into Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Legendary Edition. The combat system is accessible while still maintaining a certain depth, particularly against human players. Against computer-controlled opponents, however, one can sometimes exploit certain weaknesses, which is a bit of a pity. The story mode was entertaining, and I've played through arcade mode several times. With forty fighters in the Legendary Edition, there's also a decent amount of selection. Personally, I don't need the additional accessibility options in the form of Smart or "Super Ultimate" controls, but they might suit some players.
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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Legendary Edition bundles together everything that has helped the game grow over the years, featuring a massive roster, abundant content, and a combat system that is accessible yet deep. The Switch 2 version works particularly well as a portable alternative and adds some unique features, though there are minor technical aspects that could use a bit more polish. While it may not be revolutionary for long-time players of Rising, it serves as a magnificent entry point for newcomers. It is a comprehensive edition that proves the Granblue Fantasy universe still has plenty to offer the fighting game genre.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising makes all the right decisions, establishing itself as an excellent fighting game and a great entry point into the Granblue Fantasy franchise, especially with its recently released Legendary Edition, which includes all content released for the game so far. It is accessible enough for newcomers to the genre, while offering enough depth for players who want to test their skills in a more competitive environment.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising has captured a place in many people’s hearts—and for good reason; its theme, music, and visuals are highly appealing for an RPG spin-off, allowing it to skillfully stand out against games dedicated to a single genre, even dedicated fighting games.
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Outright gorgeous, approachable for fighting newcomers and veterans alike, and having a few different ways to enjoy its content, it’s a solid package
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Legendary Edition is a high quality fighting game with a good variety of characters and modes to experience. The Switch 2 version is a very satisfactory way of entering this universe and take part in the hot battles of an already-present community thanks to Crossplay.
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