Arc System Works has released update 1.46 for Guilty Gear Strive, marking another significant addition to the Season Pass 4 content. The patch introduces a new playable character, Unika, alongside multiple quality-of-life improvements, training mode enhancements, and balance adjustments. This update also includes bug fixes for various characters and game mechanics. Version 4.05 primarily focuses on combat mechanics and correcting unintended behaviors in character interactions and system features.
Unika joins the roster as the latest DLC character, bringing with her a new theme titled CARPE DIEM, accessible once Unika is unlocked. Two new stages—In the Name of Peace and New Dawn, A Future Unfolding—have been added as part of the season pass or can be purchased individually. Additional narrative and aesthetic content featuring Unika has also been introduced, such as GG WORLD articles, avatar items, and gallery assets. Furthermore, this patch refines the training experience by adding a frame data display, enhancing the input history system, and offering more customizable training options.
Full Patch Notes: Guilty Gear Strive Update 1.46 (Ver. 4.05)
General / All Modes
- Added Unika as a playable character.
- Unlockable through Season Pass 4 or standalone purchase.
- Added Unika’s character theme: CARPE DIEM.
- Selectable as BGM once Unika is available.
- Added Unika-related avatars and gallery items.
- Obtainable via fishing.
- Added Unika-related articles in GG WORLD.
- Added two new DLC stages:
- In the Name of Peace
- New Dawn, A Future Unfolding
- Available via Season Pass 4 or individual purchase.
- New pre-battle dialogue added:
- Bridget vs. Bedman?
- Bedman? vs. Bridget
Digital Figure Mode
- New content added for Venom.
- Obtainable via fishing.
Training Mode Enhancements
- Frame Data Display:
- Available in Training, Combo Search, Combo Create, and Sparring modes.
- Input History Improvements:
- Now displays input frame numbers.
- A neutral icon appears when no directional input is registered.
- Negative Penalty Toggle:
- Can be disabled in Training and Combo Create modes.
Bug Fixes and Quality-of-Life Improvements
- Fixed issue in Mission Mode where certain characters could not complete Elphelt Match-up Tutorial 1.
- Resolved errors causing some Combo Recipes to be unfinishable.
- Fixed custom counterattacks in Combo Recipes not activating correctly.
- Corrected inaccuracies in the Command List descriptions.
- Resolved several minor visual and text issues.
Battle System Updates (Ver. 4.05)
General Adjustments
- All Throw Moves:
- Red Roman Cancel now activates after the final hit if input is just before impact, reducing unintended Purple Roman Cancels.
- All Air Throw Moves:
- Characters no longer move backward when interrupted, improving consistency for Roman Cancel follow-ups.
System Fixes
- Fixed inconsistent slow-down effects when canceling normals/specials using Red, Purple, or Blue Roman Cancels.
- Fixed issue where Psych Burst could be used during Wall Break under certain conditions.
Character-Specific Fixes
- Nagoriyuki:
- Fixed movement bug during Blood Rage superflash.
- A.B.A:
- Corrected movement during Jealous Rage superflash.
- Slayer:
- Resolved unintended momentum during special moves when dash startup was not canceled into a jump.
- Dizzy:
- Fixed un-techable knockdowns incorrectly allowing teching if the opponent landed as Ice Field disappeared.
- Compensation: Extended Ice Field active time by 1 frame.
Guilty Gear Strive is a 2.5D fighting game developed by Arc System Works, known for its high-quality animation, intense battles, and innovative mechanics such as the Roman Cancel system. It continues to expand with additional characters, narrative content, and competitive updates.
