“SLAYER” ARRIVES AS NEW PLAYABLE CHARACTER IN GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-; NEW BATTLE STAGE REVEALED

Arc System Works announced the newest playable Guilty Gear -Strive- character, Slayer, is available beginning May 30. The final Season 3 character releases alongside the new battle stage “Amber Fest with Kind Neighbors.” The news was announced during EVO Japan 2024 this past weekend, showcasing Slayer’s powerful moveset in a brand new reveal trailer.

Slayer Details

Slayer will be available to purchase for $6.99 for players who have yet to purchase Season Pass 3 ($24.99) on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Steam®, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, & Windows platforms. The DLC character will also be available simultaneously for current owners of Season Pass 3.

The laid-back and dignified vampire Slayer joins the fray! Equipped with an arsenal of moves that allow him to change up the tempo of his gameplay, he can easily propel himself forward, rushing down his opponents. Despite his calm demeanor, he possesses an overwhelming strength in battle. His code of ‘dandyism” is key to taking anything in stride.

A descendent of vampiric lineage, he finds human society trivial at times. However, he admires humans’ tumultuous emotions, finding them both coveting and charming. He created the Assassin’s Guild but has since retired, indulging in instead with genuine combat and haikus. After meeting his immortal wife, Sharon, who is immune to aging and bloodsucking, he enjoys an untroubled life in retirement, occasionally venturing out for some people-watching.

Playable characters featured in Season Pass 3 will be fully available to players who purchased Season Pass 3.

This content requires the base game (sold separately) in order to play. In addition, players will be required to download the latest version of the game.

New Battle Stage “Amber Fest with Kind Neighbors”

A brand new battle stage is coming to Guilty Gear -Strive- and the townspeople are ready to express their gratitude for the blessing of the aurora. “Amber Fest with Kind Neighbors” invites players to the town from Season Pass 1’s “Another Story”. As a special thank you to the Gears who saved them from the crisis, experience enthralling new light-up decorations.