Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Version 2.40 Arrives December 2

Update Includes New “Smart” and “Super Ultimate” Control Schemes and Battle Pass

TOKYO — Dec. 2, 2025 — Video game publisher and developer Cygames, Inc. (HQ: Shibuya, Tokyo; President: Koichi Watanabe, hereinafter referred to as “Cygames”) released the Version 2.40 update to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising (GBVSR), developed by Arc System Works Co., Ltd. for the PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Steam platforms.

This update celebrates the game's second anniversary by giving all players three special character colors, kicking off a 70% off sale, and making all characters available in the Free Edition for a limited time.

Version 2.40 Update
This update comes with two new control schemes and new content such as illustrations, stickers, as well as additional in-game content included with Premium Battle Pass Round 11.

For more details, please refer to the patch notes on the official website.

Update Contents:
Smart and Super Ultimate control schemes
Battle Pass Round 11
Premium Battle Pass Round 11 is available as DLC
Some Premium Battle Pass Round 6 rewards available again as DLC or through the in-game rupie shop

Introducing Two New Control Schemes
Two new control schemes have been added with simplified, command-free inputs so that anyone can enjoy the thrill of battle. Smart controls allow players to unleash combos just by rapidly pressing buttons once an attack connects, and Super Ultimate controls allow even complete newcomers to pull off stylish combos during gameplay.

New Lobby Avatar and Costume Coming with Battle Pass Round 11
Battle Pass Round 11 includes additional in-game items that can be unlocked, such as character illustrations, stickers, music, badges, trophies, and more. A new lobby avatar, Wubbly Wilnas, is also included.

Players can obtain even more rewards by purchasing Premium Battle Pass Round 11, which includes the Knight of Passion costume for Percival in addition to exclusive character colors and weapon skins.

Premium Battle Pass Round 11 Details
Price: $7.99

More details about Battle Pass Round 11 can be found on the official website.

Free SP Character Colors
To celebrate GBVSR's second anniversary, all players will receive three special character colors and rupies. Siegfried and Narmaya are based on their Grand versions from the original Granblue Fantasy mobile game, while Gran is based on the Unite and Fight outfit Honing Seeker: Eclipse. Players can retrieve them from the gift crate.

Gift contents:
Character color: Gran (Guider to the Eternal Edge Color SP)
Character color: Narmaya (Color SP)
Character color: Siegfried (Color SP)
30,000 rupies

*Gran's SP character color for Guider to the Eternal Edge can only be used if players have already unlocked the costume. Gran's Guider to the Eternal Edge costume can be unlocked via the Deluxe Edition or through the in-game rupie shop.
*Narmaya and Siegfried's character colors can also be used with their Grand Bruise! avatars.

Premium Battle Pass Round 6 Rewards Are Coming Back!
A character costume, character color set, and weapon skins from Round 6 can once again be obtained as DLC or in the in-game rupie shop.

*These products include previously released Premium Battle Pass Round 6 rewards. Ensure you are not making a duplicate purchase.

GBVSR is 70% Off for a Limited Time
Both the Standard and Deluxe Editions of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising are currently on sale for 70% off on the PlayStation™Store and Steam.

Products and Sale Periods
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising - Deluxe Edition: 70% off $74.99
PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4: On sale until 11:59 p.m., Dec. 22, 2025 (PT)
Steam: On sale until 10 a.m., Dec. 14, 2025 (PT)

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising – Standard Edition: 70% off $49.99
Steam: On sale until 10 a.m., Dec. 14, 2025 (PT)

*Sale periods differ across platforms and regions and are subject to change without prior notice. Please review the store pages for further details and verify the discounted price when purchasing.
*Some content is also sold as part of a set. Be careful not to make a duplicate purchase.

All Characters Unlocked in the Free Edition for One Week
All 28 base roster characters are currently playable in the Free Edition of GBVSR. Try out the characters for free! Available until 6 p.m., Dec. 4 (PT).

*The playable roster changes weekly in GBVSR's Free Edition.

New Knight of Passion Costume Acrylic Stand Available to Purchase from CyStore
Fans can now preorder a new acrylic stand featuring Percival's Knight of Passion costume from Battle Pass Round 11. Additionally, preorders have also reopened for the popular and previously released costume acrylic stands. Don't miss out on this chance to get yours! Preorders end at 10 p.m., Jan. 8, 2026 (PT). Visit the official site to preorder.

*Release dates and product details are subject to change without prior notice. Global shipping for CyStore is available via Buyee.

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