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Sega's Virtua Fighter producer Riichiro Yamada aims to rebrand the series as more accessible and less complex, addressing the common perception that it is difficult, while maintaining depth for core players, in the upcoming project.
The upcoming Virtua Fighter game is expected to feature a mostly returning roster from Virtua Fighter 5, but aging characters like Lau Chan and Shun Di are unlikely to return due to story and age considerations, while new characters and potential roster changes remain uncertain as the development continues quietly.
Virtua Fighter is returning after over two decades with a new project that aims to modernize the series through improved gameplay, functionality, and realistic character designs, while maintaining its core simplicity and depth. The game will feature evolved characters, including a more mature Akira, and focus on innovation and realism to appeal to both new and existing fans, with a trailer revealing significant updates and character redesigns.
Sega has released the first official gameplay footage of its upcoming Virtua Fighter game, showcasing in-game combat with series veterans Akira and Sarah Bryant, and plans to reveal more details at the Tokyo Game Show in September. Meanwhile, an enhanced remaster of Virtua Fighter 5 is set for release on multiple consoles later this year.
The developers of the new Virtua Fighter Project showcased a gameplay preview during Evo 2025, with more details expected at Tokyo Game Show 2025, and also announced Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. for October with a beta in September.
SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have announced a new Virtua Fighter project currently in development, with more details to be revealed during a "Virtua Fighter Direct 2024" live stream on December 12. The platforms and release date have not been disclosed yet.
SEGA has confirmed the development of a new Virtua Fighter game, as part of its initiative to revive classic franchises. This announcement was made by Justin Scarpone, SEGA's executive vice president, who also mentioned other titles like Crazy Taxi and Jet Set Radio in development. The latest Virtua Fighter game, Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown, was released in 2021 for PlayStation 4.