Excitement is building for fans of the time-twisting RPG Reverse: 1999 as a new livestream is scheduled for April 18th. This special event promises to unveil exciting details about the upcoming 1.5th anniversary and give a first look at version 2.5, titled 'Showdown in Chinatown'. This will be the first time the international audience gets a comprehensive preview of the content coming in the new update.
The livestream will be hosted in-character by Captain Regulus and a new character, Officer Liang Yue, both appearing in charming chibi form. Viewers can look forward to more than just previews; the event will also feature giveaways of codes and a thrilling competition where attendees have a chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2.
While Chinese players have already seen extensive showcases of version 2.5, the international community eagerly awaits to see what elements will be included in their version. 'Showdown in Chinatown' is poised to pay homage to the iconic Hong Kong martial arts movies, weaving a dramatic crime thriller narrative centered around the pursuit of an arcanist vigilante.
In terms of characters, Officer Liang Yue is set to dazzle with her martial arts prowess as she infiltrates the movie set of another new character, Noire. Noire, a wheelchair-bound director with perfectionist tendencies, will utilize her unique ability to puppet her ideal actors into battle. Additionally, Loggerhead, a character with a camera for a head, will also make an appearance, adding to the eclectic cast.
While we'll need to wait for the livestream to confirm the specifics for international versions of Reverse: 1999, fans can expect plenty of nods to the legendary works of Shaw Brothers and John Woo in version 2.5.
If you're planning to dive into Reverse: 1999, don't forget to check out our Reverse: 1999 tier list to get a head start on which characters to recruit. And for a boost, both beginners and veteran players can benefit from our Reverse: 1999 code list.