Guilty Gear Strive, the acclaimed fighting game by Arc System Works, is set to elevate its gameplay experience with the announcement of its fourth season. Launched over three years ago, the game has continued to captivate players with its dynamic combat and distinct visual style. As recently revealed at Evo 2024, Season 4 of Guilty Gear Strive is shaping up to be its most groundbreaking update yet.
One of the major highlights of the upcoming season is the introduction of a three-on-three team battle mode. This new mode promises to add a new layer of strategy and excitement, allowing players to team up in trios. Each player will control a different character, bringing a cooperative aspect to the battles that fans have long requested. This mode will be available in online play, facilitating battles among friends and foes alike from all over the world.
The Season 4 update also includes the addition of four new fighters to the roster, enriching the game’s already diverse lineup of characters. Among the newcomers are two beloved characters returning from previous installments. Dizzy, now depicted as a queen, brings her powerful and majestic presence back to the fray. Joining her is Venom, another fan-favorite, known for his unique fighting style that involves cue sports-inspired attacks.
Furthermore, the anticipation builds with the arrival of a fresh face, Unika, speculated to be from the soon-to-be-released Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers anime. Unika's addition suggests a potential crossover between the game and the anime, hinting at an expanding universe that fans can look forward to exploring. Additionally, making her debut in the Guilty Gear universe, Lucy from the popular Netflix series, Cyberpunk Edgerunners, will stand as the first guest character in the series. This crossover with CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk universe marks a significant milestone and showcases the game's commitment to bringing new and exciting elements to its community.
The inclusion of Lucy as a guest character is not only a nod to the shared themes of rebellion and high-tech combat found in both Guilty Gear and Cyberpunk Edgerunners but also a testament to the collaborative spirit of the gaming industry. Lucy's character, known for her agility and cybernetic enhancements in the anime, is expected to bring unique mechanics and a fresh fighting style to the already diverse roster.
