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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 • 2023

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Quick resume

Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!

Global score

83/100

Genres

Action, Role-playing (RPG), Fighting

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    Pros

    • Accessible to newcomers with simple inputs
    • Rollback netcode and crossplay
    • Generous free version with rotating characters
    • Large diverse roster with unique characters
    • Rich customization and social lobby features
    • Engaging tutorials and training modes
    • Multiple game modes including story and mini-games

    Cons

    • High price and expensive dlc character passes
    • Reduced single-player rpg mode content
    • Regional pricing issues reported
    • Some universal mechanics (e.g. 66l) can feel dominant
    • Limited co-op and party features
    • Matchmaking can pit new players against pros

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players have freedom to choose characters, combos, and playstyles with a variety of mechanics and customization options."

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    • Competence

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      "Gameplay features a low skill floor but high skill ceiling, rewarding mastery of fast-paced, precise combat and room challenges."

      Capsule for Star Fetchers Star Fetchers

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    • Competition

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      "Multiplayer mode with ranked and unranked matches, leaderboards, and skill-based matchmaking encourages comparison with others."

      Capsule for Eleven Table Tennis Eleven Table Tennis

      "Ranked modes, matchmaking, and online lobbies encourage competitive play and skill comparison, though casual modes and free version support personal pace."

    • Continuation

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      "Many players report long play sessions, habitual engagement, and strong attachment to the game and community."

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      "Players report long-term engagement, habitual play, and enjoyment of multiple modes and community interaction keeping them attached."

    • Cooperation

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      "Some evidence of cooperative play with friends and community interaction, but core gameplay is primarily 1v1 duels."

      Capsule for Alpha League Alpha League

      "Some cooperative elements exist (e.g. co-op in original RPG mode, lobby socializing), but core fighting is mostly 1v1; co-op was reduced in Rising."

    • Creativity

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      "Customization options for character appearance and weapons encourage creative self-expression."

      Capsule for Wings of Vi Wings of Vi

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    • Domination

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      -3

      "Community described as friendly and helpful; no strong evidence of dominance or toxic behavior."

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    • Escapism

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      "Players use the game for stress relief, distraction, and immersion in a fantasy anime world."

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    • Expectation

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure."

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    • Experimenting

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    • Exploration

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      "Exploration is limited to discovering new units, strategies, and campaign missions rather than open-world discovery."

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    • Expression

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      "Extensive avatar customization and cosmetic unlocks allow for personal expression."

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    • Fantasy

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      "Strong fantasy setting with anime-style characters, magic, and imaginative storytelling."

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    • Fellowship

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      "Community interaction via multiplayer, Discord, and shared experiences fosters a sense of belonging."

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    • Growth

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      "Players develop fighting skills, learn combos, and improve gameplay through tutorials and practice."

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    • Health

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      "Typical sedentary gaming; no physical activity or rehab aspects noted."

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    • Idle

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      "Requires focused attention during matches; games are short but need active engagement."

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      "Requires focused attention during matches; some mini-games and lobby activities allow lighter engagement."

    • Intimacy

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      "Some social interaction and community bonding occurs, but no strong evidence of close personal relationships."

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    • Leadership

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      "No strong evidence of leadership roles; community described as collaborative and supportive without hierarchical dynamics."

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    • Progression

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      "Players accumulate characters, costumes, colors, and unlockables through gameplay and purchases."

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    • Relaxation

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      "Players find flow and enjoyment balancing challenge and skill in gameplay."

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    • Sensation

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      "Visually striking art, unique sound design, and expressive animations provide rich sensory stimulation."

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    • Status

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      "Ranked modes and cosmetic unlocks offer some social recognition and status within the community."

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    • Story

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    • Strategy

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    • Thrill

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    • Value

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    • Violence

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    • Survival

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    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

    How to use the graph
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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026