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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Developer Cygames, Inc., Arc System Works
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is a 2D fighting game developed by Arc System Works and published by Cygames. It is a sequel to Granblue Fantasy Versus, and was released worldwide on December 14, 2023, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows. A Nintendo Switch 2 version was released on September 17, 2026. From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
319 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Lemmy, Mastodon) · newest Nov 3, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
83
LovedLoved
176 positive · 36 negative
95% range 77–87%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 176 | 36 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 20 | 1 | 56 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 2 | 16 |
| Mastodon * | 2 | 1 | 9 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
3,837 of 4,350 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
87% recommend · 176 yes, 27 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 203 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (5,916 of 7,120 positive).
Players widely praise the game as beginner-friendly and accessible. [1][2][3][4] Many reviewers highlight the game's gorgeous visuals and charming character designs. [1][5][6][7] Some players criticize the use of generative AI and express concerns about balance and monetization. [8][9][10][11]
Liked
Representative posts
- [8]
Love the game and GBF as a whole, but Cygames is now incorporating generative AI in their development, including for art. Dropping all ongoing games developed by Slopgames until they rescind this. If they don't, oh well, I won't be touching another one of their IPs agian.
- [1]
i'll let people with more FG experience explain why the game is good at what it does, but overall feelings: + easy to get into (especially controls-wise) + looks amazing + somewhat varied roster (tho there's certainly some issues, still generally better than most current FG's) + twitch/streaming community for the game is pretty decent. can't talk for other online spaces, let alone your locals, but overall decent …
- [3]
Extremely fun fighting game made for both beginners and experts alike! Very low bar of entry where you don't need to memorize extremely complicated combos to do well, although there is, of course, a high skill ceiling. There's a Free version, which is more than enough! Give it a try to see if it's to your liking!
- [14]
This game deserves the praise it gets, even if I have some minor gripes about it from time to time (what is a fighting game without salt?). The character designs are charming, the gameplay is pick up and play with a focus on strategy and reads rather than knowing obscure mechanics, which is good for newcomers and great for experienced players looking for a more simple and refreshing experience. Overall, it is my …
- [2]
This might be one of the best 2D fighting games nowadays. I've never been a fan of the anime aesthetic. Though now GBFVSR has become my favourite FG so far. Character roster is decent, although most characters feel similar to play with, aside from their unique skills. Still, if you're just diving into the fighting games genre for the first time, this is a newcomer-friendly choice. Combat wise, it's fairly easy to …
Summarised from 34 of the 306 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising sits at 83% positive across 212 opinionated reactions from 4 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Reactions
60 of 319 · most liked firstI don't talk about my love of fighting games much on here, but hey -- I love fighting games! I've watched them for years, but the first one I took playing seriously was Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. And today, I hit my new highest rank ever, S+! It's a small thing, but I'm still very proud. 😊
positive · AI labelView post →I really wanna organize my own Sajam Slam equivalent for Granblue Fantasy Versus but I am in no financial position to purchase that many copies of the game with DLC included to make it happen.
neutral · AI labelView post →BEYOND EXCITED to join the Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising roster as GALLEON THE GOLD! It's been my DREAM to be in a fighting game for so long, and her fighting style looks crazy! Infinite thank yous to the Cygames and Marc Graue teams for having me and for being SO fun to work with!!
neutral · AI labelView post →Hi, I'm new here and it would great to find some mutuals! Some of my favorite game series: Soul Calibur Granblue Fantasy Versus Nier Ys Dark Souls Atelier Blue Reflection Final Fantasy Silent Hill Resident Evil Gears of War
neutral · AI labelView post →have yet to post it here so i will! the game i voice Anila in, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, has been nominated for best fighting game at The Game Awards! that's super cool!
neutral · AI labelView post →First in-game look at Meg in Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising. The character will be added this October.
neutral · AI labelView post →Love the game and GBF as a whole, but Cygames is now incorporating generative AI in their development, including for art. Dropping all ongoing games developed by Slopgames until they rescind this. If they don't, oh well, I won't be touching another one of their IPs agian.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Any other VTubers who love playing Fighting Games out there? I'd love to meet more fellow Fighting Game Lovers! Right now I am into Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising, Guilty Gear Strive and want to get back into Tekken 8!
neutral · AI labelView post →Only game I’ve traveled to multiple continents to compete in assuming it must be decent
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is one of my favorite fighting games ever, and I've poured so many hours into it because I find it to be currently the most fun. But, I wouldn't recommend it in its current state for people who want to get into it. Overall, one of the worst balancing I've seen in a fighting game in a long while, the mechanics have been untouched and unchanged despite multiple people begging for changes, and ranked has been consistently been getting worse and worse and it no longer feels rewarding or even…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I had so much fun today~ Went through GranBlue Fantasy Versus Rising with Zamir, played an amazing game of D&D with my friends, and I am putting the finishing touches on my solo D&D campaign for Sunday 💚✨
positive · AI labelView post →Not to push my own main game or anything, but Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising is 50% off right now! You can get the entire thing with all the DLC before Vikala comes out for under 40 bucks! I need more people to come play with me! I promise i'll be nice ;w;
positive · AI labelView post →The best fighting game nominees for The Game Awards 2024 are: -Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero -Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising -Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection -MultiVersus -Tekken 8
neutral · AI labelView post →I already dislike paying for additional characters, but when I buy deluxe edition I expect it to include everything
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Not only is Hayden Daviau voicing Vikala in Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising, but joining them is IronMouse?! GBVSR GOATED GAME 😭💕 Also, Vikala's SBA is so cute!!! #Granblue #GBVSR #FGC
positive · AI labelView post →My most played Steam game of 2024 was...Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising?? Really expected it to be Daybreak lol. #SteamReplay2024
neutral · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising (PS5/PS4/PC) - Vikala Gameplay Trailer youtu.be/538mMkan_z4 She'll be coming to the game on October 25.
neutral · AI labelView post →Came to goon to Ferry, stayed for the gameplay and Ferry
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Announced at #Evo2026: Game adjustments, a new system mechanic, and new character, Id, are coming to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on September 17, 2026. The Nintendo Switch version of the game will also be available on the same day.
neutral · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising continues to be the fighting game with the prettiest characters, sheesh.
positive · AI labelView post →Today marks the 5th anniversary of the original Granblue Fantasy Versus. This game means so much to me, and has changed the trajectory of my life in a wonderful way. I'm so grateful to all the amazing people I've met, and will continue to meet, through this game!
neutral · AI labelView post →The first in-game look at Galleon in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising was shown during the Arc World Tour 2024 Finals.
neutral · AI labelView post →Actually I changed my mind no glory to Cygames I love this game, even though I don't really have time to play it rn. But Cygames announced their new AI studio which will also be focused on image generation. That's why this review is negative. It's funny how you get a lot of praise last year and then decide at the start of the next year to ruin it all just to cut development costs by using gen AI. I hope Cygames will change their mind and disband their ai studio. As for the game itself, it's…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →i'll let people with more FG experience explain why the game is good at what it does, but overall feelings: + easy to get into (especially controls-wise) + looks amazing + somewhat varied roster (tho there's certainly some issues, still generally better than most current FG's) + twitch/streaming community for the game is pretty decent. can't talk for other online spaces, let alone your locals, but overall decent community vibe = maybe a bit too much monetisation? tho it's mitigated by…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this is my first fighting game im getting touched left and right but its ok since all the characters look pretty
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Version 2.0 Patch Notes: rising.granbluefantasy.jp/en/news/deta...
neutral · AI labelView post →On this day a year ago, Lucilius was released as a DLC playable character for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Lucilius was the first post-launch character distributed for the game.
neutral · AI labelView post →Made a doodle for a college club! It’s Zooey from Granblue Fantasy Versus! I don’t know her or the game that much but I hope I did good!
neutral · AI labelView post →ICYMI the standard version of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising now has a permanent price discount of $24.99 USD. Furthermore, the Free Edition of the game will be ending services on November 1.
neutral · AI labelView post →Ignore all the tier lists and just remember to "Believe In Victory!"
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This might be one of the best 2D fighting games nowadays. I've never been a fan of the anime aesthetic. Though now GBFVSR has become my favourite FG so far. Character roster is decent, although most characters feel similar to play with, aside from their unique skills. Still, if you're just diving into the fighting games genre for the first time, this is a newcomer-friendly choice. Combat wise, it's fairly easy to get into, even with manual controls. Never (unless it's your grandma playing OR…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Its weird to me that all of the games, this became my main FG to play as of now. A very fun game that's simple to learn and hard to master. oh and also... GALLEON IS PEAK!!!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising is my favorite Fighting Game because it has the highest amount of girls in extremely short skirts showing their thighs
positive · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising – Versusia Gameplay Trailer.
neutral · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising – 2B Gameplay Trailer. More dlc characters have been announced as well - https://i.imgur.com/FmJ0w1h.png
neutral · AI labelView post →New Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Webcomic is coming to teach people how to play the game
neutral · AI labelView post →Started playing Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising for the first time in a while. I forgot how fun this game is. Narmaya is really fun
positive · AI labelView post →Vikala and Sandalphon announced for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, Versusia gameplay trailer revealed.
neutral · AI labelView post →I love this game. It's been pretty much unplayable for me for a while now, for reasons I cannot solve. Removing the free edition is dumb and completely unnecessary, it was a good way to get new players into the game. Player base is sparse enough as it is. No news on future DLC, so there might not be a future for the game anymore. Id looks cool but I refuse to support this company any more until they do something about any of the things mentioned. Please Cygames, you have something truly great…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I can’t recommend this game enough. I was in a really bad fighting game slump ever since SFV killed my whole interest in the genre (thanks Capcom) then SF6 double killed it (thanks again, Capcom) then tekken 7 and 8 came in rub salt on wound (thanks too Bamco) and it just became nigh impossible to pick up a fighting game. I had plans sitting to pick up blazblue CF or guilty gear (or Melty) but just didn’t find the Strive (heh), or under night, but fighterz and snk weren’t really my thing. The…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Only modern fighting game worth playing at this point. And with the new amazing Ilsa soldier lady coming out? It doesnt seem to on its way to dissapoint any time soon
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Heyo! I’m designing a fantasy fighting game like Granblue Fantasy Versus and was wondering what kind of characters to make #fgc #granblue #gamedev
neutral · AI labelView post →🐧Stream Schedule for June 16 to June 22🐧 Many Fighting Games! More GBVSR, trying UNI2 again, Fighting Game Smash or Pass and hosting another VTuber Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising tourney! Let's have a chill week!
neutral · AI labelView post →On this day 6 years ago, the 3rd PV trailer for Granblue Fantasy: Versus was released, announcing Ladiva as a playable character for the game. The PV trailer can be watched below. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZXR...
neutral · AI labelView post →The Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising game adds Galleon on May 28!
neutral · AI labelView post →Huh this Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising game is kinda fun (VIDEO IN DESC) #granblue #gbvsr
positive · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising – Lucilius Gameplay Trailer.
neutral · AI labelView post →The blue is gran. The fantasy? Versus. AND it rises. Big up the bumbaclaat granblue mandem.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →[OpenCritic] Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Reviews (86 Top Critic Average 91% Critics Recommend).
neutral · AI labelView post →Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising will release its Version 2․60 update on September 17, and will release the game's Switch 2 version and the new character Id on the same day.
neutral · AI labelView post →A great 2.5D with amazing art & a fun & light style. Decades ahead of anything mortal kombat can do.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ilsa is joining the roster for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on February 10, and Cygames has revealed a new trailer for the character.
neutral · AI labelView post →One of the most beginner friendly fighting games on the market. Me and my friends always have a good time playing it! :D I 100% recommend it if you are interested in learning a fighting game!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Extremely fun fighting game made for both beginners and experts alike! Very low bar of entry where you don't need to memorize extremely complicated combos to do well, although there is, of course, a high skill ceiling. There's a Free version, which is more than enough! Give it a try to see if it's to your liking!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →LET'S GO FIGHTING GAMESSSSSS Tekken 8 - $39.98 I've heard good things about this Tekken, but I've never wrapped my head around the combo/juggle system and 3-D fighters in general DBFZ - $9.59 Great game, it's a shame that it didn't get to shine long enough as the common grounds among various FGC communities. Still, for $10, that's great. MK1 - $27.99 I think this is supposed to be a story reboot, so it's easy to get into for newer players, narrative-wise. Combat seems to be good too,…
neutral · AI labelView post →Genesis X - Feb 16th-18th, 2024. The next installment of the Genesis series is taking place over the next few days. Startgg page: https://www.start.gg/tournament/genesis-x/details Official website: https://genesis.gg/ Liquipedia: https://liquipedia.net/smash/GENESIS/X Primary stream channel: https://www.twitch.tv/genesisgg Event schedule:…
neutral · AI labelView post →Spend your time, money, and energy on developers that care. The balance and system design in this game is awful. I'd love to keep competing in this game, but every patch reaffirms my decision to quit.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →probably the best fighting game out right now, just hope season 2 isnt the end better than strive at least
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fight On - Videogame Music Selection (2 hours fighting game music). cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/41662583 > On Invidous: https://inv.nadeko.net/watch?v=xybSv9KeD4w > > --- > > Download individual songs: https://archive.org/details/fight-on-videogame-music-selection > > A compilation of some of my favorite stage or character musics from 1v1 fighting games. > > ``` > TIMESTAMPS > > 00:00:00 - 1993 Super Street Fighter 2 (Arcade) - 2.06 Ryu’s Theme [CPS-2] > 00:01:47 - 1994 King…
neutral · AI labelView post →One of the main things I've always loved about ArcSys is the quality on visuals. The visuals in this game are absolutely gorgeous! I've played this game since it was released, and it has changed quite a lot since then. While this game is not big on super fast paced fighting like other anime fighting games(such as Blazblue or Under Night In-birth), it has enough for players of any skill level to enjoy the game. I have thoroughly enjoyed it!
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