Cygames Invites Fans to Get Ready for Granblue Fantasy: Relink by Watching the Anime for Free
Alison Anderson
06 Jan 2024
n a strategic move to deepen players' connection with the upcoming title Granblue Fantasy: Relink, Cygames has made a generous offering to fans of the series. Acknowledging that while Relink is designed to be enjoyed as a stand-alone experience, the company believes that familiarity with the backstories of critical characters Gran and Lyria could enhance the overall gaming experience. Cygames has released the first seven episodes of the Granblue Fantasy anime series for free to facilitate this.
This limited-time release aims to introduce newcomers to the series lore and help them get to know the characters and world they will explore in greater depth in the game. The episodes are easily accessible in a designated YouTube playlist, with an expiration date of February 4, giving fans enough time to dive into the story.
Cygames ensures that language barriers aren't an issue, as the episodes include English subtitles, which can be activated with the "cc" button. Moreover, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish subtitles are also available, inviting an international audience to enjoy the series.
The decision to offer only the initial seven episodes is a calculated one by Cygames, suggesting that these segments provide sufficient insight into the main narrative elements of Granblue Fantasy without overwhelming new audiences.
As a longstanding title, the Granblue Fantasy mobile game may be daunting for new players, considering its extensive history since its inception in March 2014. This free anime release offers a less time-consuming entry point into the universe.
With the anticipation building for Granblue Fantasy: Relink, set to release on February 1, 2024, for PS5, PS4, and PC platforms, fans can pre-order a physical copy via Amazon. Moreover, players can look forward to a demo version released soon, available exclusively on the PS5 and PS4 consoles.
To further tailor to various player preferences, Cygames highlights that the latest iteration of the fighting game, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, is also part of the franchise offerings and has been received positively by fans.
As the release date for Granblue Fantasy: Relink draws closer, players have multiple avenues to explore and enjoy the rich Granblue Fantasy universe, ensuring that both returning fans and new adventurers can fully appreciate the game's debut.