BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
|---|---|---|
| Update 08/16 | 2022-08-16 | 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 | 2022-06-07 | 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!! | 2022-04-14 | 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) | 2022-02-23 | 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/ > |
| Rollback Netcode Support Public Test commencing Feb 23rd | 2022-02-17 | 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! | 2021-12-08 | 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 | 2021-11-17 | 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) | 2020-03-18 | 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) | 2019-12-09 | ■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 C |
| v2.0 quickpatch#2 - Nov 22 | 2019-11-22 | 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. |
| v2.0 quickpatch for preventing further crashing at advanced graphics options | 2019-11-21 | We have released a temporary quickpatch to prevent further users from crashing when selecting Advanced graphics options, and may not necessarily fix the issue for those who are already experiencing it. This is a temporary measure for us to prepare a more permanent fix in the meantime. We seek your kind patience on this matter. Also, we have verified that the English text dialogues for certain characters are missing at various parts of the game. We are working round the clock to rectify this at the utmost urgency, again we would like to seek your kind patience. Apologies for the inconvenience caused. |
| BBTAG v2.0 update released on Nov 21st | 2019-11-21 | Read all about the BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle 2.0's updates here: http://bit.ly/2r33U2s The BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle “Ver. 2.0 Expansion Pack” (paid DLC) adds 9 new fighters to the roster: – Yumi (Senran Kagura Estival Versus) – Akatsuki (Akatsuki Blitzkampf) – Blitztank (Akatsuki Blitzkampf) – Celica (BlazBlue) – Susanoo (BlazBlue) – Elizabeth (P4A) – Adachi (P4AU) – Hilda (Under Night In-Birth) – Neo Politan (RWBY) Ver. 2.0 Expansion Pack also features a brand new scenario, new character interactions and colors. Also, the “Ver. 2.0 patch” will be released as a free balance adjustment for all users of BBTAG, so you can still play against 2.0 |
| Deluxe Edition will be available until Nov. 20, 2019 | 2019-11-08 | BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle Deluxe Edition (digital) will be available until Nov. 20, 2019. After November 21, it will be replaced with the "Special Edition" for $49.99 USD. The "Special Edition" is the Deluxe Edition + Ver. 2.0 Expansion Pack. |
| v1.51 Patch (June 13th, 2019) | 2019-06-13 | The following features have been implemented: - Implemented console version's "v1.51" content. For more information kindly refer to the following URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oB4TaY3Jn1kEMG7U7b4IqMExm8q5xlnG/view (External link to a pdf document) |
| v1.50 Patch (May 21st, 2019) | 2019-05-21 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/dd7d0be943a5389cca5f88ff7366cb6cef3514e1.jpg The following features have been implemented: - Implemented console version's "v1.50" content. - Vastly increased the word limit for online chat in lobbies. - Separated the resolution settings and the display mode settings, and added Borderless Window Mode in the display mode settings. |
| Major update & Price change notice for May 21st, 2019 JST | 2019-05-10 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/240ef8ef3b223811aea831dd7344b6d96ccc03c1.jpg A major balance update (Ver1.5) will be released on the May 21st, 2019 (JST), together with the launch of the "BBTAG DLC Character Pack Vol.7". Customers who already own the "BBTAG DLC Characters Vol.1~Vol.7 Pack" (old name referred to as "BBTAG DLC Characters All-in-One Pack") stand to play the new characters "Naoto=Kurogane", "Teddie", "Seth" and "Heart Aino" immediately upon applying the patch! In summary, here are the expected outcomes for various customers who have purchased the game with regards to access to Vol.7: -- |
| v1.31 Patch (November 2nd) | 2018-11-02 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/39fc7138866aeac09b837e1d6c9cc684092eb8e1.pnghttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/368856b0752ced1cabd67fc5d08eca3a0bf55775.pnghttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/229c563c589033c677ba64924c8c6a393223f25a.pnghttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/ce3076e3fe7254399bd9a1318332a004a92b8d20.png The following features have been implemented: - Implemented console version's "v1.31" content. For more information kindly refer to the following update notice: https:// |
| [ENDED] Lobby Server Maintenance (Oct 9th 2200h - Oct 10th 0300h PDT) | 2018-10-09 | We will be conducting a server maintenance for the following period: October 9th 2200h - Oct 10th 0300h (PDT) Players will be unable to use the Online Lobby function during the maintenance. Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. Update Oct 10th 0130h PDT: Server maintenance work has concluded earlier than scheduled. Server is live now. Thank you for your patience. |
| v1.30 Patch (September 10th) | 2018-09-11 | https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/32746045/96d9c4b618779b087759b28ffd5137559f5b50ab.png The following features have been implemented: - Implemented console version's "v1.30" content. For more information kindly refer to the following update notice: http://arcsystemworks.com/blazblue-cross-tag-battle-patch-1-30-details/ - Fixed a bug where character portraits in Episode Mode do not appear correctly. |
| v1.22 Patch (September 3rd) | 2018-09-03 | The following features have been implemented: - Fixed a bug where the game might crash on specific environments during Character Select screen. |