Vane Joins the Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Roster in the Version 1.30 Update on April 2
New Premium Avatars Also Added
Tokyo-based video game publisher and developer Cygames, Inc. has announced that they have released the Version 1.30 update on April 2 to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising (GBVSR), developed by Arc System Works Co., Ltd. for the PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Steam platforms. Included in this update are the new playable character Vane and tie-in content from Shadowverse.
Version 1.30 Update
Version 1.30 was released on April 2 and includes the playable character Vane, as well as the Shadowverse Premium Avatar Set. Additionally, adjustments have been made to the battle system, characters, and more. For further details, please refer to the patch notes on the official GBVSR website.
Update Contents
- Playable Character: Vane
- Shadowverse Premium Avatar Set
- Balance adjustments (both general and character-specific)
- Minor bug fixes
Vane Joins the Roster as a Playable Character!
Vane is now obtainable as a DLC character. This addition to the roster includes a Premium Avatar of Vane, who will give players encouragement and gameplay tips if they set him as their partner. Also included is the Weapon Cutout of Treuer Krieger, which lets players customize the appearance of their Avatar’s weapon in Grand Bruise!
Vane (Voice: Zeno Robinson [EN]/Takuya Eguchi [JP])
A powerful brawler who specializes in medium and long-range strikes, Vane can use the extended reach of his halberd to unleash attacks that are visually as well as physically stunning. Not only can he dole out massive damage, but he also possesses special moves that let him resist enemy blows before unleashing a counter of his own.
Additional Character Set (Vane) Details
MSRP:€7.99
Contents:
- Playable Character: Vane
- Premium Avatar: Vane
- Badge: Vane
- Weapon Cutout: Treuer Krieger
- Figure Studio poses and expressions 1–6 for Vane
- Bonus item for the original Granblue Fantasy mobile game (PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4 purchases only)
DLC page: https://rising.granbluefantasy.jp/en/dlc/character/05
- You will need the full paid game to use this content, which is sold separately. The latest update may also be required.
- The additional character and items featured in this set are also included in GBVSR Character Pass 1 and GBVSR Deluxe Character Pass 1. Please be careful to ensure you do not make a duplicate purchase.
- The bonus item for the original Granblue Fantasy mobile game can be obtained by entering the included serial code into the Serial Codes screen in Granblue Fantasy.
Third Tie-in Premium Avatar Set Featuring Shadowverse Characters Now Available!
The third tie-in GBVSR Premium Avatar set is now available as paid DLC and features Arisa, Luna, and Rowen from Shadowverse. These premium avatars can be set as partners to advise and encourage players during gameplay. Also included in the set are badges for decorating in-game profiles as well as Weapon Cutouts for the Forest Guardian’s Bow and Dragonslayer Spear.
Shadowverse Premium Avatar Set Trailer:
Shadowverse Premium Avatar Set Details
MSRP: €8.99
Contents:
- Premium Avatar: Arisa
- Premium Avatar: Luna
- Premium Avatar: Rowen
- Badges: 3 types
- Weapon Cutout: Forest Guardian’s Bow
- Weapon Cutout: Dragonslayer Spear
DLC page: https://rising.granbluefantasy.jp/en/dlc/premiumavatar/03
Arc World Tour 2024 Announced
Arc World Tour 2024 is a series of international events where participants will face off in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising for the title of world champion. This season, there will be an increased number of Arc World Tour qualifier tournaments across several regions, so expect the competition to be fiercer than ever before!
Arc World Tour 2024 is planned to consist of both online and offline qualifier events. The first of these will be at EVO Japan 2024, to be held from April 27 to 29. Further details will be announced at a later date.
Arc World Tour 2024 Official Website:
https://www.arcsystemworks.jp/awt2024/
New Character Art by AC-bu Added to Skyfarer Card Maker
On April 1, alternate character illustrations by the Japanese creative art team AC-bu were added to the Skyfarer Card Maker. Players can use the Skyfarer Card Maker to create personal profiles that showcase their favorite characters, preferred playstyle, and more. They can then introduce themselves to other players on social media by exchanging these cards.
The Skyfarer Card Maker can be found on the GBVSR official website, along with a special animated short by AC-bu.
Skyfarer Card Maker:
https://rising.granbluefantasy.jp/en/playerscardmaker/
Fanblue Grantasy Rises: Versing Final Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w1u44ST64Q
AC-bu
AC-bu is a creative team known especially for their high-energy and highly-condensed expressive imagery. Over the years they have received numerous awards after their first grand prix prize at the NHK Digital Stadium Awards.
Notable music videos they have produced include group_inou’s “THERAPY,” Orange Range’s “Sushi Tabetai feat. Soy Sauce,” and Powder’s “New Tribe” among many others. They are also known for their work creating Bob Epic Team, a regular segment of the globally acclaimed animation program Pop Team Epic.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising - Product Details
Title | Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising |
Genre | Fighting, Party |
Players | 1–30 (Online) |
Online Features | Supported |
Price | Standard Edition: €49.99 Deluxe Edition: €74.99 Free Edition: Free |
Release Date | December 14, 2023 |
Platforms | PlayStation®5 / PlayStation®4 / Steam |
Rating | IARC 12+ |
Planning and Production | Cygames, Inc. |
Developer | Arc System Works Co., Ltd. |
Copyright | © Cygames, Inc. Developed by ARC SYSTEM WORKS |
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Official Site: https://rising.granbluefantasy.jp/en/
GBVS Official X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/gbvs_official
Granblue Fantasy Versus Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gbvs_official