New Virtua Fighter game is set in same world as prior titles, ring outs likely to return – EventHubs

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The upcoming Virtua Fighter game, developed by studio Ryu Ga Gotoku, will remain set in the same universe as its predecessors, confirmed producer Riichirou Yamada. While maintaining continuity with the existing Virtua Fighter world, the new game will also reveal previously undisclosed aspects of the series’ lore. Although Yamada kept details about the game’s timeline under wraps, he disclosed that the teaser footage does not depict Japan, hinting at a new setting for the game.

Yamada also discussed gameplay elements, expressing a preference for retaining “ring outs” — a classic feature where players can win a round by ejecting opponents from the fighting arena. He envisions a mix of stages with varying ring out conditions, suggesting dynamic and strategic gameplay environments. Additionally, when questioned about the possibility of non-traditional battle formats beyond the series’ typical 1v1 setup, Yamada intriguingly left the answer to fans’ imagination.

The development team at Ryu Ga Gotoku aims to innovate within the fighting game genre, building on multiple attempts to successfully refresh the Virtua Fighter series. This ambition reflects in their latest efforts to craft a game that not only respects its roots but also pushes the boundaries of what fans can expect.

📌 Source: https://www.eventhubs.com/news/2025/may/04/new-virtua-fighter-world-same/