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PC PS4 XONE Switch Series X Steam
Genre: Fighting, Adventure, Arcade

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

Update 08/16

The latest update brings the following changes to the game:
- A vulnerability issue has been fixed.
- Input has been adjusted to improve the quality of online matches.
Please make sure that you have updated your client to the latest version before playing online matches.

Upcoming Server Maintenance

Server maintenance for BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle has been scheduled for the following dates and times:

June 9th (Thu), 7:00AM - 3:30PM PDT
June 16th (Thu), 7:00AM - 3:30PM PDT
July 5th (Tue), 7:00AM - 3:30PM PDT
July 12th (Tue), 7:00AM - 3:30PM PDT

Please be aware that users will not be able to log on or play online while maintenance is underway.

Be sure to check the BlazBlue Twitter account for the most up-to-date information:
https://twitter.com/blazblue_pr

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Introducing ROLLBACK NETCODE!!

Rollback netcode has been officially implemented into BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle, allowing for high quality online netplay!

The feature is available following the latest update.
With the updated version going live, the beta test has now come to an end.

Thank you to all the players who took part in the Open Beta test.

BBTAG Rollback netcode Public Test begins NOW!! (Feb 23rd, 2022)


We are pleased to announce our launch for the public testing phase for rollback netcode implementation for Blazblue Cross Tag Battle!
With this implementation, our final goal is to allow seamless online gameplay with players over the world.
*Individual players' network infrastructure conditions may still apply.

This public test is for us to better identify potential bugs and issues with the rollback netcode implementation, and the overall game play may still be unstable. Please report any bugs found over at the Community Hub, where we have set up a specific sub-forum for the public test.
https://steamcommunity.com/app/702890/discussions/1/


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Please note that all online battle data will be stored onto your current PC, likewise to before-rollback. As such, all online battle data conducted during the public test will be updated with your local PC's data after the test has ended.


HOW TO ACCESS


Please follow the following instructions to access the public test:
1) From the Steam client, select the game, right click, and select "Properties".


2) Select the "BETAS" tab.


3) From the "Select the beta you would like to opt into" drag down menu, select "publictest".


4) Close the properties menu.

5) The game will automatically update. After the update has ended, you're set to go!

Rollback Netcode Support Public Test commencing Feb 23rd



BBTAG will receive Rollback Netcode support in April 2022!
That's not all! Rollback Netcode Public Testing will begin on Feb 23rd for the Steam version!

Rollback netcode to be implemented in 2022!

The much awaited rollback netcode for Blazblue Cross Tag Battle has been confirmed for implementation in 2022!

With rollback netcode, players can stand to play in a far more seamless online environment, against other players from all over the world.
*Individual players' network infrastructure conditions may still apply.

Stay tuned for more updates!

USD Price Amendment for BBTAG Standard Edition

Please take note that the price for Blazblue Cross Tag Battle, Standard edition, has been revised as follows:

From USD $29.99 → to USD $19.99

This amendment is performed to align the price with other platforms.

Lobby Server Maintenance (March 18th/March 29th)

We will be conducting a server maintenance for the following periods:
March 18th 0200h - March 18th 2000h (PDT)
March 29th 0200h - March 29th 2000h (PDT)

Players will be unable to use the Online Lobby function during the maintenance.
Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation.

BBTAG v2.02 update (Dec 9th)


< Fixed Issues >
■Fixed an issue where the game will freeze when certain conditions are met during battle.

■Fixed an issue where the game HUD and certain menus will disappear when certain battle conditions are met.

■The following issues regarding battle has been fixed.
〇System
・Fixed an issue where Cross Raid will be interrupted during mid-action.
・Changed Cross Raid to only hit on characters in the damage state.
・Fixed an issue where characters are unable to block during landing after activating Resonance Blaze in mid-air.
・Changed Susanoo's and Yumi's Clash Assault's active frame to be the same as the rest of the cast.
・Fixed an issue with Training Mode's Counterattack Settings for certain characters where the desired action was not being performed.

〇Noel
・Adjusted the knockback of "Zero Gun – Fenrir."

〇Kanji
・Fixed an issue where the opponent is able to recover during a successful "Gotcha!" connects.
・Fixed an issue where players are unable to summon Takemikazuchi when certain conditions are met.

〇Akihiko
・Fixed an issue with charged "B ver. Corkscrew" where the amount of gauge gained after a successful "Parry" is not as intended.
・Changed the Fast Attack of "Counterattack Settings" in Training Mode from "Crouching A" to "←+A".

〇Labrys
・Fixed an issue where the direction of the Skill performed after a normal throw is in the wrong direction when fighting against certain character.

〇Linne
・Fixed an issue with "←+A" where the proration of the move was not changed as stated in the previous patch note.

〇Yang
・Fixed an issue with "Smart Combo 2 (2nd hit)(B, B)" where the additional proration is applied twice during Semblance.

〇Elizabeth
・Fixed an issue where the recovery frame of "Crouching B" is in the standing state instead of the crouching state.
・Changed "Mind Charge" to not lose any life when it is performed right after an opponent's character is defeated.
・Fixed an issue with "Megidolaon" where the opponent character is able to escape from the lock during certain situations.

〇Hilda
・Fixed an issue with "Pillar of Revenance" where the opponent character is able to escape from the lock during certain situations.

〇Yumi
・Fixed an issue where the effect of projectile moves such as "Whirling Fans" and "Grand Stage: Snowbird" not being displayed correctly.

〇Neo
・Changed the behavior of "Overactive Devastation" and "Distortion Skill Duo" so that it is easier to hit the partner character in certain situations.

■Fixed an issue where the color of the avatar is not being displayed correctly in Room Match.
■Fixed an issue with the Gallery Mode where certain illustrations are being locked after updating the game.
■Fixed several minor spelling, motion, and effect issues.


After the update, replay data from previous version cannot be played we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

v2.0 quickpatch#2 - Nov 22

This quickpatch shall fix the crashes that occur in specific PC environments when users attempt to enter the "Advanced graphics option". In addition, English text dialogues and character interactions have been restored.

A separate patch was released for the console version targeting specific battle bugs, we will be working on them next alongside other matters.