VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Reveals New Character Lionel Rafale in Latest Trailer

Today, SEGA released the latest trailer for VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS featuring a new story character. Lionel Rafale is a mysterious young martial artist who has arrived in the city of Vilasapara. As a highly skilled fighter capable of outclassing Cielo in a street fight, he is a force to be reckoned with. But what is his true reason for coming to this city?‌

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS is an all-new installment in the iconic fighting game series that delivers a bold action-adventure experience that blends a cinematic narrative with the pure, realistic combat the franchise is known for.

Check out screenshots of Lionel Rafale in VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS in the next section of the article!

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Character, Bakunawa Killer, Revealed in New Trailer

At Evo 2026 in Las Vegas, SEGA has released a brand-new trailer for VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS—scheduled to launch in 2027—revealing the “Bakunawa Killer,” a new character who will be featured in the story and playable in the game’s Versus Mode.

A series of attacks on martial artists has shaken the very streets of Vilasapara, the turbulent island city where the game’s story is set. The latest trailer depicts the mysterious man behind the attacks, the Bakunawa Killer, as well as Pai and Cielo, who are on the trail of his true identity.

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS is an all-new installment in the iconic fighting game series that delivers a bold action-adventure experience that blends a cinematic narrative with the pure, realistic combat the franchise is known for.

Who do you think the Bakunawa Killer could be? Let us know in the comments below!

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Announced With Dedicated Showcase Revealing Story, Battle and Writing Team Details

During today’s Summer Games Fest Showcase, SEGA and RGG Studio revealed VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS, which is set to release in 2027.

Along with the announcement, SEGA and RGG Studio revealed a dedicated showcase, giving an extended look into the upcoming title, including the new story mode, the dynamic new battle system that delivers the hard-hitting realism the series is known for, and important details about the key writing talent behind this bold venture.

Check out more detailed information and screenshots of VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS from the official press release for the showcase below.