Fans of the time-twisting RPG Reverse: 1999 have exciting news to look forward to, with both new 1.5th anniversary content and a sneak peek at version 2.5 on the horizon. An upcoming livestream, set for April 18th, will provide the first in-depth look at the forthcoming update titled 'Showdown in Chinatown'.
The livestream promises to be an engaging event, hosted in-character by Captain Regulus and the new character, Officer Liang Yue, both appearing in chibi form. Viewers can anticipate not only an exciting preview but also giveaways of codes and a chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2 through a competition.
While Chinese players have already had a glimpse of version 2.5, international fans are eagerly awaiting more details. 'Showdown in Chinatown' is poised to pay homage to classic Hong Kong martial arts movies, weaving a dramatic crime thriller narrative centered around the pursuit of an arcanist vigilante.
Character Insights
In terms of characters, Officer Liang Yue will showcase her martial arts prowess as she infiltrates the movie set of another new character, Noire. Noire, a wheelchair-bound perfectionist director, uses her unique ability to puppet her ideal actors into combat. Additionally, Loggerhead, a character with a camera for a head, is set to make an appearance, adding an intriguing twist to the narrative.
While the specifics of what will be included in international versions remain to be seen, fans can expect nods to iconic filmmakers like the Shaw Brothers and John Woo in version 2.5.
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