Fans of the time-twisting RPG Reverse: 1999 are in for a treat with an exciting livestream scheduled for April 18th. This event promises a dual focus: a sneak peek at the upcoming version 2.5, titled 'Showdown in Chinatown', and additional details on the much-anticipated 1.5th anniversary celebrations.
The livestream, hosted by the charismatic Captain Regulus alongside the new character Officer Liang Yue in chibi form, will offer fans their first comprehensive look at what's coming in the next update. Attendees can also look forward to engaging giveaways, including redeemable codes and a chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2.
While Chinese players have already had an extensive preview of version 2.5, the international community will be keen to see how much of the showcased content will make its way to their versions. 'Showdown in Chinatown' is set to pay homage to the iconic Hong Kong martial arts cinema, featuring a thrilling crime thriller narrative centered around the pursuit of an arcanist vigilante.
Character developments in this update are equally exciting. Officer Liang Yue, with her impressive martial arts prowess, will be infiltrating the movie set of another new character, Noire. Noire, a wheelchair-bound director with a perfectionist streak, uses her unique ability to puppeteer her ideal actors to combat foes. Additionally, Loggerhead, a character with a camera for a head, is also slated to appear, adding a quirky twist to the roster.
While the full extent of these characters and storylines for international audiences will be revealed during the livestream, fans can expect numerous nods to the classics of the Shaw Brothers and John Woo's cinematic style in version 2.5.
If you're planning to dive into Reverse: 1999, don't miss out on our Reverse: 1999 tier list to help you decide which characters to recruit. Also, check our Reverse: 1999 code list for both beginners and seasoned players looking for an in-game boost!