Fans of the time-twisting RPG Reverse: 1999 have a thrilling event to mark on their calendars: an upcoming livestream scheduled for April 18th. This highly anticipated stream will not only unveil new content for the game's 1.5th anniversary but also provide a sneak peek at version 2.5, titled 'Showdown in Chinatown'.
The livestream promises to be an engaging experience, hosted in-character by Captain Regulus and the new character, Officer Liang Yue, both appearing in chibi form. Viewers can look forward to exciting giveaways, including redeemable codes, and the chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2 through a competition.
While details of version 2.5 have been extensively previewed for Chinese players, the international community eagerly awaits to see what will be included in their versions. 'Showdown in Chinatown' is set to pay homage to iconic Hong Kong martial arts films, featuring a gripping crime thriller narrative centered around the pursuit of an arcanist vigilante.
Character Insights: Officer Liang Yue, equipped with a variety of martial arts moves, is poised to infiltrate the movie set of another new character, Noire. Noire, a wheelchair-bound perfectionist director, uses her special ability to manipulate her ideal actors in combat. Additionally, Loggerhead, a character with a camera for a head, is also slated to appear, adding to the eclectic cast.
Although specifics for the international release of version 2.5 will be revealed during the livestream, fans can expect numerous nods to classic films by the Shaw Brothers and John Woo.
For those planning to dive into Reverse: 1999, don't miss our comprehensive Reverse: 1999 tier list to help you decide which characters to recruit. And for a head start, check out our Reverse: 1999 code list for boosts that benefit both new and seasoned players.
