Arc System Works has shared exciting news for Guilty Gear: Strive at EVO 2025. A new DLC character, Lucy, is coming to the game on August 21, 2025, along with a major update, Version 2.00 that will launch in 2026.
About Lucy DLC Character
Lucy is a brand-new character for Guilty Gear: Strive. She’s a mysterious fighter with a unique style, using fast strikes and magical abilities tied to her floating, orb-like weapons. The teaser trailer from EVO 2025 shows her dodging attacks with smooth moves and unleashing colorful, explosive combos.
Her design has a punk-rock vibe, with spiky hair and a bold outfit, fitting the game’s wild aesthetic. She joins the roster as part of Season Pass 4, alongside other characters like Unika, who was revealed earlier.
Lucy will be available on August 21, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. If you own Season Pass 4, you get her automatically. Otherwise, you can buy her separately. The trailer also hints at her story, suggesting she’s tied to the game’s lore about Gears and magic, but details are still light.
The Version 2.00 update, set for 2026, is a big deal for Guilty Gear: Strive. It will bring new gameplay features, balance changes for all characters, and improvements to online matches. Arc System Works says it will make the game feel fresh while keeping its fast, intense fighting style.
You can watch the Lucy trailer below.