Aniplex and developer French-Bread have officially announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina, a new entry in the long-running Melty Blood fighting game series. The game is scheduled to launch in early 2027 and will be available across a wide range of platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

The announcement marks the return of the franchise with updated mechanics, new characters, and expanded platform support, aiming to reach both longtime fans and new players across multiple ecosystems.

A New Chapter for Melty Blood

According to Aniplex, Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina continues the evolution of the series with refined combat systems and additional playable characters. The game is being positioned as a refreshed take on the franchise while maintaining its core identity as a fast-paced 2D fighting game.

The teaser also hints at a renewed narrative conflict set within a dream-like world, suggesting another supernatural storyline rooted in the franchise’s established lore.

Refined Combat and New Characters

The development team at French-Bread is focusing on improving battle mechanics to make matches more responsive and accessible while still rewarding high-level play. Alongside system refinements, the game will introduce new fighters to the roster, expanding the strategic depth of matchups.

While full details on the roster have not yet been revealed, the announcement confirms that both returning favorites and new characters will play a role in the upcoming title.

Strong Legacy from TYPE-MOON Collaboration

The original work is credited to Kinoko Nasu and TYPE-MOON, continuing the long-standing creative collaboration behind the Melty Blood and broader Fate universe connections. This partnership has helped define the series’ identity, blending visual novel storytelling with technical fighting game design.

Multi-Platform Release with Global Support

One of the most notable aspects of Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina is its extensive platform availability. The game will launch across current and previous generation consoles, including support for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.

It will also feature broad language support at launch, including English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese, indicating a strong focus on global accessibility.

Melty Blood Returns in 2027

With its early 2027 release window, Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina is shaping up to be a major fighting game release for fans of the genre. The combination of refined mechanics, expanded character lineup, and multi-platform availability positions it as one of the more ambitious entries in the series to date.

More details, including gameplay showcases and roster reveals, are expected as development continues toward launch.