Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Arc System Works Co., Ltd. are excited to announce the upcoming release of new DLC characters Venom, Unika, and Lucy as well as a major update including an online Ranked Match mode for the 2.5D fighting game, GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- Nintendo Switch Edition.
The playable characters Venom, Unika, and Lucy are available now for purchase. Dive into matches on GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- Nintendo Switch Edition using your favourite characters!
Unrelenting Pursuer in the Dark of Night, Deep Purple Billiard Phantom Venom
Venom battles with free reign using billiard balls. Dominate the battlefield with clever set-ups
- Name: Venom (VA: Howard Wang)
- Height: 5’11” (179 cm)
- Weight: 146 lbs (66 kg)
- Blood Type: A
- Bakery opening: May 16
- Origin: England
- Hobbies: Reading, chess
- Values: Zato, compassion, Millia when she’s with Zato, the townspeople
- Dislikes: Blood, anyone who would wrong Zato, Millia, unsorted trash
- Affiliation: Underside Bakehouse
- Weapon: Pool cue
Untarnished resounding thunderclap, trick weapon wielding super rookie Unika
Unika is an all-rounder with highly viable moves at her disposal, making her a great choice for new players. Unleash the full potential of her impressive armaments to overwhelm your opponent!
- Name: Unika
- Height: 5’55” (167 cm)
- Weight: 131 lbs (59 kg)
- Blood Type: Unknown
- Birth Date: March 5
- Origin: Unknown
- Hobby: Seasoning
- Values: Family, her favourite jacket
- Dislikes: Dogs, Octopi
Elite Hacker, Cyberspace Surfer: Lucy
Lucy excels at neutral due to her high mobility and long range. Debuff the opponent with her hacking skills to unleash a complex offense!
- Name: Lucy
- Origin: Poland
*These contents require the base game (sold separately) in order to play. In addition, players will be required to download the latest version of the game.
Check out the Update Highlights to Learn about the Major Update
A major update will be released on 16 January 2026, to add the online Ranked Match mode, new characters colors, and an updated battle version.
In Ranked Match mode, you face off against opponents at the same level to rise through the ranks. Make it to the ultimate Vanquisher rank!
Be sure to check out the Update Highlights for more information, including the adjustments made to overall battle balance here.
About Guilty Gear -Strive-
The cutting-edge Guilty Gear series brings you the latest title, Guilty Gear -Strive-, with refined gameplay mechanics, stunning animation, and a roster of unique characters. Experience the intensity of battle for yourself!
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Title Information
Title: Guilty Gear -Strive-
Platform: PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam®, and Windows
Release date: 11 June 2021
No. of Players: 1-2 players
Genre: Fighting
Copyright: © ARC SYSTEM WORKS
© 2025 CD PROJEKT S.A. All rights reserved. CD PROJEKT, the CD PROJEKT logo, Cyberpunk, Cyberpunk 2077, the Cyberpunk 2077 logo and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of CD PROJEKT S.A. in the US and/or other countries.
Title Information
Title: Guilty Gear -Strive- Nintendo Switch Edition
Platform: Nintendo Switch™
Release date: 23 January 2025
No. of Players: 1-2 players
Genre: 2.5D fighting game
Copyright: GUILTY GEAR™ -STRIVE- © ARC SYSTEM WORKS
© 2025 CD PROJEKT S.A. All rights reserved. CD PROJEKT, the CD PROJEKT logo, Cyberpunk, Cyberpunk 2077, the Cyberpunk 2077 logo and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of CD PROJEKT S.A. in the US and/or other countries.
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