Sega has formally confirmed that the long-dormant Virtua Fighter franchise is lastly set to make its comeback with a brand new instalment developed by Like a Dragon developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. Additional particulars on the challenge are at the moment scarce, however the writer has supplied an uncommon new take a look at it regardless.
Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku have launched what they’ve dubbed a “pre-development idea video” that showcases in-engine footage. It’s not, nevertheless, precise gameplay footage, which implies it’s meant to mirror what the developer is focusing on for the ultimate product. The temporary video showcases half a minute of footage with sequence staple Akira Yuki taking up a double of himself in opposition to the backdrop of a dense metropolis surroundings. Test it out beneath.
There’s at the moment no phrase on what platforms the subsequent Virtua Fighter recreation is focusing on, when will probably be launched, and even what its ultimate title will probably be. Nonetheless, it’s clearly going to be some time earlier than it’s time for Sega to disclose extra concrete particulars. Keep tuned for continued updates.