Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Arrives October 30 on PS5 & Xbox Series X|S with New Features, Cross-Play, and Pre-Orders Live
SEGA has officially announced that Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage will launch on October 30, 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, bringing a revamped version of the classic fighting game to the modern generation. The new release includes cross-play functionality, rollback netcode for smoother online matches, and enhanced features that make it the most complete version of Virtua Fighter to date.
In preparation for launch, SEGA has also opened closed beta registrations for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam users. Interested players can sign up through the official SEGA portal. Participants in the beta will receive an exclusive in-game title as a reward.
Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses
Two editions are now available for pre-order:
Standard Edition – $19.99
Includes the base game of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage.
30th Anniversary Edition – $49.49
Includes:
Base Game
Legendary Pack
Yakuza Series Collaboration Pack
30th Anniversary Swimsuit Costume Set
Soundtrack Collection
Ranking Titles
Virtua Fighter Pre-Production Artwork
Both editions come with the Sega Hardware Customization Item “Genesis”, which can be equipped by all 19 base characters.
In a major return, Dural, the mysterious antagonist of the series, will be playable as paid DLC for the first time since Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown. However, Dural will not be available for use in official SEGA esports tournaments like the Virtua Fighter Open Championship.
New Mode: World Stage
A brand-new single-player mode, World Stage, will be available as a free update for all players. In this mode, players will travel the globe to face powerful AI rivals in a journey to become the ultimate Virtua Fighter champion, unlocking customization items along the way.
Cross-Gen and Upgrade Support
PlayStation 4 owners of Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown can upgrade to the PS5 version of World Stage for just $9.99.
Steam players who own Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. will receive an automatic upgrade to World Stage at no additional cost starting October 30.
What do you think about Dural’s return and the new World Stage mode? Are you planning to join the closed beta? Let us know in the comments below!
