Guilty Gear Strive Season 4: New Team Mode, Characters, and a Cyberpunk Crossover!
Get ready for a massive update to Guilty Gear Strive! Season 4 introduces a thrilling 3v3 Team Mode, the return of fan-favorite characters, and a surprising crossover with Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Season 4 Pass Details
Arc System Works is revamping Guilty Gear Strive with a brand-new 3v3 Team Mode. This innovative mode allows for six-player team battles, significantly increasing strategic depth and character combinations. Season 4 also welcomes back Dizzy and Venom from Guilty Gear X, alongside the introduction of Unika from Guilty Gear -Strive- Dual Rulers and, incredibly, Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. This blend of new and returning characters, coupled with the team mode, promises a fresh and exciting gameplay experience for both veterans and newcomers.
The New 3v3 Team Mode
The 3v3 Team Mode is a game-changer. Teams of three battle it out, encouraging strategic team composition and exploiting character matchups. Each character will also have a unique "Break-In" special move, usable only once per match.
Currently, the 3v3 mode is in Open Beta:
| Open Beta Schedule (PDT) |
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| July 25, 2024, 7:00 PM to July 29, 2024, 12:00 AM |
New and Returning Fighters
Queen Dizzy
Returning from Guilty Gear X, Dizzy boasts a regal new look and hints at significant lore implications. Her versatile blend of ranged and melee attacks makes her adaptable to various fighting styles. Available October 2024.
Venom
The billiard ball-wielding Venom also makes his comeback from Guilty Gear X. His unique gameplay revolves around strategic ball placement, offering a high-skill, rewarding experience. Available Early 2025.
Unika
Unika, hailing from the Guilty Gear -Strive- Dual Rulers anime, is a brand-new addition to the roster. Available in 2025.
Lucy (Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Crossover)
Season 4's biggest surprise: Lucy, the first guest character in Guilty Gear Strive! This exciting crossover follows in the footsteps of Geralt from The Witcher in Soul Calibur VI. Expect a technically proficient character, leveraging her cybernetics and netrunning skills in unique ways. Available in 2025.
