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Games like Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising

If Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is your kind of game, the closest matches are Granblue Fantasy: Versus, Street Fighter™ 6 and TEKKEN 8 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its beautiful graphics, easy to learn gameplay and writing quality is exceptional. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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Developed by Cygames and Arc System Works, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is a 2.5D fighting game set in a fantasy world and released in 2023 at $49.99. It supports both single-player and online multiplayer, with competitive and online co-operative options, and is marked as playable on Steam Deck. Reviewers highlight that simplified input options make the gameplay easy to learn while keeping deep mechanics intact, and players describe it as immersive and competitive. The title features rollback netcode for stable online matches, character customization options, and tactical positioning as key elements. According to Steam reviews, the game holds an 89% positive rating from 3656 reviews, and it offers a massive session shape suited for extended play sessions.

About Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising: Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!

2023Action49.99 USDDeck PlayableWindowsby Cygames, Inc., Arc System Works
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Players who liked Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising also play

Steam players who put hours into Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Granblue Fantasy: Versus

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters, character customization and a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Top pick for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!

    2020Action19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Street Fighter™ 6

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Second-strongest match for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.

    2023ActionAdventure39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. TEKKEN 8

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Third-strongest match for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    TEKKEN 8 is the latest addition to the TEKKEN series, the pinnacle of 3D fighting games. Join the fight with over 32 characters and bear witness to the next installment in this epic saga. Get ready for the biggest and best TEKKEN game ever made!

    2024Action39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters and a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Ranked #4 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.

    2021Action14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. DRAGON BALL FighterZ

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters and a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Ranked #5 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.

    2018Action59.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Ranked #6 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!

    2018Action24.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Ranked #7 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! Cross over between 4 different universes! Play as characters from the BlazBlue, Persona, Under Night In-Birth, and (for the first time ever in a fighting game), RWBY series!

    2019Action19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Ranked #8 for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!

    2024Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Street Fighter V

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Experience the intensity of head-to-head battles with Street Fighter® V! Choose from 16 iconic characters, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options.

    2016Action19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Street Fighter™ 6

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.

    2023ActionAdventure39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. TEKKEN 8

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    TEKKEN 8 is the latest addition to the TEKKEN series, the pinnacle of 3D fighting games. Join the fight with over 32 characters and bear witness to the next installment in this epic saga. Get ready for the biggest and best TEKKEN game ever made!

    2024Action39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Super Turbo Racing

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Super Turbo Racing is your drag racing game. The main goal of the game is to defeat all rivals, earn money in-game and become the ultimate car collector, own every luxury car in the game.

    2022Racing9.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Mortal Kombat 1

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!

    2023Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Umamusume: Pretty Derby

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Reviewers of Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Umamusume: Pretty Derby, winner of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025, is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!

    2025SportsSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising at current Steam store prices.

  1. Terraria

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

    2011ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Phasmophobia

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Phasmophobia is a 4 player online co-op psychological horror. Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.

    2020ActionIndieEarly Access19.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Lethal Company

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Left 4 Dead 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

    2009Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Schedule I

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Hollow Knight

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. The Forest

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising on Steam right now. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Cygames, Inc.

Other recommendable Steam games by Cygames, Inc., ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Granblue Fantasy: Relink

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

    2024ActionAdventureRPG39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Granblue Fantasy: Versus

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters, character customization and a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!

    2020Action19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Little Noah: Scion of Paradise

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!

    2022ActionRPGCasual4.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Party Dash

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    A colorful cast of pixel-art Umamusume are all in line and ready to compete in the Slapdash Grand Prix, a school festival featuring four zany events! Which team will run, shoot, and eat their way to gold and glory?

    2024Action13.49 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. ZONE OF THE ENDERS THE 2nd RUNNER : M∀RS / アヌビス ゾーン・オブ・エンダーズ : マーズ

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    ZONE OF THE ENDERS THE 2nd RUNNER - M∀RS Remastered in 4K and full VR. Enter Orbital Frame JEHUTY's cockpit and fly through Martian skies!

    2018Action5.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Shadowverse CCG

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Four million battles every day. One Shadowverse. Japan's #1 strategic card game. Made by card gamers for card gamers. 

    2016StrategyFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Granblue Fantasy

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Set forth on a grand journey across boundless skies in this landmark RPG, featuring fully voiced characters brought to life by the iconic artistry of Hideo Minaba and music scored by legendary composer Nobuo Uematsu.

    2026RPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Another title from Cygames, Inc., the studio behind Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.

    2025StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. Street Fighter™ 6

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.

    2023ActionAdventure39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA

    WHY THIS

    Shares tactical positioning matters and a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.

    2021Action14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV

    WHY THIS

    Shares a competitive mood with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

    SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!

    2024Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising

Does Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising run on Steam Deck?
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising cost?
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is listed on Steam at 49.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP).
What games are most similar to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising are Granblue Fantasy: Versus, Street Fighter™ 6, TEKKEN 8.
Who developed Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising?
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising was developed by Cygames, Inc., Arc System Works and published by Cygames, Inc..

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