The gameplay trailer of the legendary dragonslayer Siegfried is here! As previously announced, the mighty and powerful Siegfried will be playable in Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising. And players may be able to try him sooner than they expect as an online beta test will be hosted on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in mid-July, with an exact date to be announced.
The gameplay trailer offers a tantalizing look at Siegfried’s character and abilities. Wielding a massive red greatsword, Siegfried is showcased battling opponents with potent swings, culminating in his powerful technique, “Schwarzen Fangen.”
Siegfried excels at mid-range combat, using his sword’s long reach to keep opponents at bay. The trailer also reveals a unique feature wherein Siegfried can consume some of his health to activate Manigance, a temporary state that significantly enhances his attack power. The new trailer truly presents the dragonslayer wielding his massive blade with unrivaled strength.
Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising is expected to be released on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam sometime in 2023.
▍Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising Mid-July Beta Test
In a full statement from Tetsuya Fukuhara, the creative director, an update was provided on the beta release schedule. Having addressed many stability issues that initially caused a delay, the team is now preparing the beta client for launch. While this new schedule indicates a mid-July release, nearly two months later than first planned, Fukuhara reassured fans that the release of the game itself remains on track to meet the initial target. More specific dates will be announced after the conclusion of beta testing.
Fukuhara also teased more exciting news on the horizon. Following the release of the Siegfried trailer, the next addition to the “Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising” roster will be unveiled in early July. Further announcements are to follow, providing details on new mechanics, game modes, and more.
▍About Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising
Granblue Fantasy Versus is a 2.5D fighting game released on February 6, 2020, for consoles and PC, and Rising is the game’s enhanced update bringing in new characters and systems.
The game features a variety of upgrades, including enhanced visuals to better match the aesthetic of the mobile game, several new mechanics to change how many of the characters play, and also adding new content such as an expanded story mode, and online features including the long-awaited Rollback Netcode feature and Crossplay, making it possible to play with more players globally with less lagging time.
