Gaming
Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners to join Guilty Gear -Strive-
Part of Season Pass 4 updates
In a historic first, CD Projekt RED and Arc System Works have announced that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ Lucy will be joining Guilty Gear -Strive- as the franchise’s first ever guest character.
The announcement was made during the final day of EVO 2024, where the fighting game has long been a mainstay. The game developer also released a trailer showing everything coming to the game under Season Pass 4. Lucy will enter the ring as the season’s final character in 2025.
Towards the end of the trailer, one of the main Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime character was revealed. In the anime series, Lucy is a mysterious and quite introverted netrunner from Night City. She is a combat-ready hacker capable of handling herself in encounters, so it is already interesting to see how that translates to the side-scrolling fighting scene.
The skill set for Guilty Gear Lucy will be a result of a close cooperation between the game developer and the series producers from CD Projekt Red. Content release timing will be announced later this year.
Season Pass 4
Aside from Lucy’s addition, Season Pass 4 features a new online mode, new stages, and returning characters. Queen Dizzy will be available in October 2024, while Venom is due to arrive in early 2025. Also coming in 2025 is Unika of the Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers anime series.
The “Team of 3” mode will get an Open Beta Test starting July 26, 2024. As the mode’s name suggests, it will pit six players against each other in a single match via online versus. Players will fight based on their assigned roles (Main or Assist). Assists can perform various actions and skills to support Mains. Moreover, their positions can be changed during the fight.
To top it all off, there will be an additional color pack and a premium color pack consisting of 31 character colors, one for each.
-Strive-, the fighting game’s latest installment, is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Gaming
Razer, JOOLA partner for limited-edition pickleball paddle
1st-ever crossover between gaming, pickleball
Razer has ventured into the world of pickleball, partnering with JOOLA for a limited-edition JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm paddle.
The paddle will officially be available on December 9. It is co-branded with Razer’s triple-headed snake trademark, as well as signature green accents.
The paddle already made its competitive debut at the 2025 Pickleball World Championships in Dallas. There, it was wielded by Ben Johns, who is widely regarded as the world’s top pickleball pro.
He also happens to spend his free time gaming, making the partnership very apt for him on a personal scale.
This groundbreaking crossover bridges the energy of esports with the fast-growing sport of pickleball. It unites two elite forces in competitive performance: JOOLA for pickleball pros and Razer for the gaming community.
And as part of the launch celebration, fans will have the chance to win a paddle signed by both JOOLA CEO Richard Lee and Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan.
The raffle will be done through a social media giveaway hosted by both JOOLA and Razer.
Game on with the JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm
The JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm is crafted for high-stakes rallies and fast-paced exchanges. Its raw carbon surface enhances spin control and dwell time. This allows players to shape their shots with precision and finesse.
A balanced swing weight also supports quick transitions and reactive play, making it ideal for competitive athletes.
Bringing smart tech to the court, each paddle is also embedded with an NFC chip that connects to the JOOLA Infinity App, unlocking exclusive content, pro tips, and extended warranty.
Only a total of 1,337 units of the limited-edition paddle will be made. The number 1,337 is a nod to gaming culture, where “1337” or “LEET” means short for elite and is used to signify top-tier skill and mastery.
The pickleball paddle will retail officially for US$ 299.95 and will be available exclusively via JOOLA.com.
Gaming
Wild Rift announces 5th anniversary song with aespa’s Ningning
“Miss This Life” celebrates the players’ journeys and the game’s evolution
League of Legends: Wild Rift is marking its fifth anniversary with a musical collaboration with aespa’s Ningning.
“Miss This Life”, an electro-pop anthem performed by aespa’s Ningning in collaboration with Riot Games, celebrates both the players’ journeys and the evolution of Wild Rift over five epic years.
The song is launching in-game and on major streaming platforms. It captures the nostalgia and energy shared between players and the Wild Rift universe.
The track parallels a player’s journey from college life to adulthood, reflecting both personal growth and the enduring stories of the title’s champions.
In addition, Nidalee has officially joined the Wild Rift roster as part of Patch 6.3. The assassin-mage excels as a Jungler, being able to shapeshift from human to cougar. She has the ability to deal both ranged and melee burst damage.
Also part of the fifth anniversary updates are the pro player-inspired Augments on the AAARAM game mode.
Lastly, Wild Rounds: SMASH, the MOBA’s grassroots competitive series, continues to grow, spanning over 20 regions and thousands of players worldwide.
It reflects the game’s vibrant and expanding community ecosystem. The next installment will take place in Vietnam from November 14 to 16.
Gaming
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage out now
30th anniversary edition, free upgrade, discounted price all available
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, SEGA announced.
The latest entry to the Virtua Fighter series, the new 3D fighting game brings the fight across platforms with crossplay support.
A Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage 30th Anniversary Edition is also edition. It includes swimsuit costumes for characters, plus a must-see collection of pre-production materials, a soundtrack album, and more exclusive bonuses.
Here’s a full breakdown of the 30th Anniversary Edition contents:
- Base game
- 30th Anniversary Swimsuit Costume Set
- 30th Anniversary Music Selection
- Virtua Fighter pre-production secret materials
- Virtua Fighter Legendary Pack DLC, Yakuza Series collaboration pack DLC
- 30 new anniversary celebration ranking titles
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage features rollback netcode, improving the responsiveness of online matches.
This way, players can take on counterparts worldwide in smoother and more intense battles than ever before.
This all-new immersive single player mode will let players travel the globe and compete in a massive tournament. Along the way, there will be formidable foes, including CPUs based on world-renowned players.
Moreover, Dural makes her long-awaited debut as a playable DLC character. Unleash the final boss and teach opponents the meaning of fear.
Those on Steam will automatically have their Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. upgraded to World Stage. They will be able to jump into the updated version at no extra cost, and all unlocks and progress will be carried over.
Lastly, players who own Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown on PlayStation 4 can grab the PlayStation 5 version of World Stage at a special discounted price. All DLCs will be carried over as well.
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