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Gunvolt Chronicles iX 3 announced for Switch 2 and PC

Originally published on: May 23, 2026
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– Inti Creates announced *Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3* for Switch 2 and PC (Steam), launching in 2027.
– The story follows Copen in his home world, where a mysterious girl warns him of otherworldly invaders called “iX Bearers.”
– A new weapon, the twin energy swords “Divide Edge,” is introduced to increase combat intensity.
– A new “Code Customizer” system allows unprecedented character customization by building up Copen’s strengths.
– The article includes an announcement trailer and first screenshots.

Inti Creates has officially revealed Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3, the next installment in its high-speed 2D action series. The game is set to launch on Nintendo Switch 2 and PC via Steam in 2027.

The announcement comes with a fresh trailer and initial details. In this third entry, protagonist Copen returns to his home world to confront a new threat. A mysterious girl appears before him, warning of otherworldly enemies known as the iX Bearers.” The title retains the classic fast-paced 2D gameplay the series is known for, but ramps up the action with a new weapon: twin energy swords called the Divide Edge.”

Additionally, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3 introduces a deeper layer of player control through the Code Customizer system. This feature allows unprecedented levels of character customization, letting players build up Copen’s strengths according to their preferred playstyle , provided they can master the system’s mechanics.

A first look trailer, available in both English and Japanese, has been released alongside initial screenshots. Inti Creates has not yet shared further platform details or a specific release window within 2027.

(Source: Gematsu)

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