Last Updated on Sep 26, 2025 @ 13:35:17 PM.
Tokyo Game Show is bringing all of the news, and while RGG Studio had its own summit just a few days ago (revealing Yakuka Kiwami 3), they’ve waited until now to update everyone on the status of their Virtua Fighter Project, and it’s looking mighty impressive.
Per RGG Studio:
This game offers two distinct battle rules to suit different play styles and preferences:
- Standard: Victory is determined by either depleting the opponent’s health or causing a ring out. By default, matches are won by taking three rounds.
- Uprising: A completely new battle rule that introduces dynamic momentum-shifting opportunities, offering a new gameplay concept that stands apart from standard rules.
The studio also revealed the presence of THREE different battle systems:
- Break & Rush: This innovative system introduces a dynamic damage accumulation mechanic. As specific regions of the body take repeated hits, damage builds up, eventually allowing for a targeted break. Once the attacker lands a break attack, they gain a strategic advantage, opening up new offensive opportunities. A ”broken” status carries over across rounds, creating a tactical layer that adds depth and tension to every match.
- Stunner & Stun Combo: Introducing a new strike technique called the “Stunner,” this system unlocks a fresh combo mechanic that emphasises fluidity and realism, without requiring complex inputs.
- Flow Guard: A stylish new defensive mechanic, the Flow Guard system emphasises fluid motion and visual flair. Working in tandem with the Break & Rush system, it introduces dynamic shifts in offence and defence across a variety of combat situations.
If you’d like to watch the full 52 minute presentation from RGG’s presentation at Tokyo Game Show, see it below.
RGG Studio’s Virtua Fighter Project doesn’t currently have a release date or platforms announced.
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