Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O, a remastered version of the beloved arcade fighter, is making its Steam debut this winter. Discover more about this highly anticipated release.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O: Steam's Winter Surprise
The Virtua Fighter Franchise's Steam Premiere
For the first time, SEGA brings the acclaimed Virtua Fighter series to Steam with Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. This latest remaster builds upon the foundation of the 18-year-old Virtua Fighter 5, marking the fifth major iteration of the game. While a precise release date remains undisclosed, SEGA confirms a winter launch.
Despite its numerous predecessors, SEGA positions Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O as the definitive remaster. Key features include rollback netcode for smooth online gameplay, stunning 4K visuals with updated high-resolution textures, and a boosted 60fps framerate for unparalleled fluidity.
Classic modes like Rank Match, Arcade, Training, and Versus return, complemented by exciting additions. Players can now create custom online tournaments and leagues (supporting up to 16 participants), and a new Spectator Mode allows for observing matches and learning advanced techniques.
The YouTube trailer has garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback, exceeding expectations for a fifth iteration. While many express excitement for the PC release, the anticipation for a Virtua Fighter 6 remains strong among some fans.
The Virtua Fighter 6 Speculation
Earlier this month, interviews fueled speculation about a Virtua Fighter 6 announcement. However, the November 22nd Steam listing for Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O confirmed the remaster, showcasing enhanced graphics, new modes, and the crucial addition of rollback netcode.
A Classic Fighting Game Reborn
Originally launched on SEGA Lindbergh arcades in July 2006, Virtua Fighter 5 later saw ports to PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2007. The game's narrative, centered around the Fifth World Fighting Tournament, features 17 fighters in its initial release, expanding to 19 in subsequent versions, including Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.
The Virtua Fighter 5 series has seen several updates and remasters:
- Virtua Fighter 5 R (2008)
- Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown (2010)
- Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown (2021)
- Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O (2024)
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O's modernized features and enhanced visuals make it a compelling offering for both veteran and new fans of the franchise.
