Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising release pushed back to December 14

Granblue Fantasy Versus fans are going to have to wait a little longer for the next entry. Cygames, Inc. announced a delay that pushes Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising to December 14, 2023. 

Rising was originally set for November 30, so the wait is just a matter of a couple weeks. According to the press release, the delay was put in place to “allow for additional fine-tuning.” Cygames apologized to fans who were looking forward to diving in at the tail end of November. When it launches, the Arc System Works-developed fighter will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. 

Early access action

While Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising has been delayed, that doesn’t mean November will be completely bereft of battles. The second open beta test will be held from November 9 to November 12 on all three platforms. In addition to cross-platform multiplayer, the open beta will offer up access to the Grand Bruise Legends! party mode. Look for more details to be announced via the official social accounts soon. 

Early Access play will be available for those who pre-order the Deluxe Edition from the PlayStation Store. With the delay in place, the Early Access date has been shifted to December 11, with the caveat that there may be changes to the schedule between now and then. PlayStation Store pre-orders also come with a bonus PSN Avatar Set, which isn’t currently planned for post-launch release in other forms. The set includes avatars for Gran, Djeeta, Siegfried, Nier, Narmaya, Beelzebub, and Seox. 

If you’re itching for Granblue Fantasy Versus showdowns in the meantime, the first game is currently on sale on the PlayStation Store and Steam between now and November 8. It’s currently $1.99 on the PS Store and $3.99 on Steam.