Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Edition Debuts on Steam

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O, a remastered version of the beloved arcade fighter, is hitting Steam this winter! Discover what this highly anticipated release offers.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O Arrives on Steam This Winter

Virtua Fighter's Steam Debut

SEGA is bringing its acclaimed Virtua Fighter franchise to Steam for the very first time with Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. This latest remaster builds upon the 18-year legacy of Virtua Fighter 5, offering a refined and enhanced experience. While the exact release date remains undisclosed, SEGA confirms a winter launch.

This isn't just another port; SEGA calls Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O "the ultimate remaster." Key improvements include rollback netcode for smooth online battles, stunning 4K visuals with updated high-resolution textures, and a boosted 60fps frame rate for incredibly fluid gameplay.

Classic modes like Rank Match, Arcade, Training, and Versus return, complemented by exciting new additions: custom online tournaments and leagues (up to 16 players), and a Spectator Mode for learning advanced techniques.

The YouTube trailer has garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many fans expressing excitement about the PC release, despite its being the fifth iteration. While some eagerly anticipate Virtua Fighter 6, the enthusiasm for this remaster is undeniable. One fan's comment perfectly encapsulates this sentiment: "Am I going to buy another copy of Virtua Fighter 5? You damn right."

The Virtua Fighter 6 Speculation

Earlier this month, an interview with VGC sparked speculation about Virtua Fighter 6. SEGA's Justin Scarpone mentioned several legacy titles in development, including "another Virtua Fighter." However, the Steam release of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O on November 22nd clarified that this is the "other" Virtua Fighter, a significant remaster rather than a brand-new sequel.

A Classic Fighting Game Returns

Originally launched on SEGA Lindbergh arcades in July 2006, and later ported to PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2007, Virtua Fighter 5 (and its subsequent iterations) has captivated fighting game fans for years. The game's narrative centers around the Fifth World Fighting Tournament, featuring 17 fighters initially, expanded to 19 in later versions, including Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.

Virtua Fighter 5 has seen several updates and remasters over the years, culminating in this latest release:

⚫︎ 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, with its modern enhancements and improved visuals, promises to reignite the passion of longtime fans and attract a new generation of players.