Granblue Fantasy Versus faces new restrictions through server downscaling

January 25, 2026

Granblue Fantasy Versus is the original counterpart that helped spark its latest sequel, Granblue Fantasy Rising. The developer‘s are‘s continuing to push more support for Granblue Fantasy: Versus Rising, which requires cutting services for its predecessor on April 20, 2026.

It’s been confirmed that Granblue Fantasy Versus will face server downscaling, which will restrict online play through ranked and lobby matches. Players can still connect through room matches with more limited features. There will also be no more distribution of Granblue Fantasy Versus serial codes.

We'll be scaling back online features for the original #GBVS from 6–9 p.m. on Apr 20, 2026 (PT).

After downscaling, ranked and online lobby matches will no longer be available (room matches will still be playable with limited functions). Additionally, the distribution of serial… pic.twitter.com/6S6gDyNix2
— GBVS/Granblue Fantasy Versus (@gbvs_official) January 20, 2026

Brandon Williams

Brandon has played games ever since the PS2 like Ape Escape, Rampage Total Destruction, and Crash Bandicoot. His love for RPGs would only grow once he played Persona 3, which made him try other immersive games like Shin Megami Tensei Nocturne and Xenoblade Chronicles. He continues to play on modern consoles like PS4 and Nintendo Switch 2.