Guilty Gear Sequel Cancelled, Series Restarting Development – Report
▼ Summary
– Guilty Gear Strive’s next installment has reportedly been internally cancelled by Arc System Works, according to anonymous sources.
– The cancellation occurred recently, but the project is not completely dead and may be revisited in the future.
– Arc System Works still has “something big and exciting” planned for the Guilty Gear franchise, as stated by series producer Ken Miyauchi.
– Arc System Works is actively working on other projects, including Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and a new Bubble Bobble game.
– Guilty Gear Strive remains available on multiple platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Fans of the acclaimed Guilty Gear fighting game series may need to brace for unexpected changes, as reports indicate Arc System Works has scrapped development on the next installment. While Guilty Gear Strive continues to dominate with its four-season roster expansion, recent events suggest a major shift in the franchise’s direction.
According to insider sources, the planned sequel to Strive was abruptly cancelled in recent weeks. Though details remain scarce, development has reportedly returned to early stages, leaving the project’s future uncertain. This aligns with earlier statements from series producer Ken Miyauchi, who hinted at unexpected developments for the franchise. During Anime Expo, Miyauchi teased that the team is working on “something big and exciting” beyond Strive’s current roadmap, dismissing assumptions that support would end after Season 4.
The absence of Guilty Gear from Arc System Works’ recent showcase fueled speculation, especially as the studio unveiled other high-profile projects. Highlights include Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a 4v4 brawler featuring iconic Marvel characters, and a revival of the classic Bubble Bobble series. These announcements confirm the developer’s busy slate, even as the fate of Guilty Gear hangs in the balance.
For now, Guilty Gear Strive remains available across all major platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Whether the series pivots to a reboot or an entirely new concept, one thing is clear, Arc System Works isn’t done delivering surprises to fighting game enthusiasts.
(Source: GameSpot)
