Vanguard Princess News

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The wait is over.

Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) DLC is officially LIVE in Early Access on Steam.[/h3][h3]
You can now experience fast, precision-based 2D anime combat on PC with upgraded systems, modernized controls, and full online multiplayer.[/h3][h3]
This release marks a major evolution of the classic Vanguard Princess — rebuilt for competitive play on modern hardware.[/h3][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][h3]• Online Multiplayer (PUN2)

• Story, Versus, Training, and Tutorial Modes

• Fully upgraded control system with complete remapping

• Gamepad, keyboard, and arcade fight stick support

• Player stats, achievements, and leaderboards

• Performance and UI upgrades

[/h3][h3]And this is just the beginning — more updates are coming throughout Early Access.

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[/p][hr][/hr][h3]To celebrate the Early Access launch, Vanguard Princess and ALL of its DLCs are now available at special discounted prices on Steam.

[/h3][h3]This is the best time to:

[/h3][h3]• Complete your Vanguard Princess collection

• Jump into the new PC Port DLC

• Prepare for online competition

• Support the future of the series


[/h3][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]▶ Play the New DLC:[/h2][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h2]▶ Get the Base Game (Required):[/h2][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2][/h2][h2]▶ Complete Your Collection — DLCs:[/h2][h3]
Online Deluxe Expansion
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Digital Comic Series
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Hilda Rize (Enhanced Themed Edition)
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Lilith (Enhanced Themed Edition)
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Kurumi (Enhanced Themed Edition)
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Official Artwork and Soundtrack
[/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Every match.

Every combo.

Every decision matters.

[/h3][h3]Join the fight now — and be part of Vanguard Princess’ next evolution.
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[p][/p][h2]Early Access Launches February 16, 2026[/h2][p]The battle returns to PC.[/p][p]Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) DLC launches in Early Access on Steam on February 16, 2026, bringing fast, skill-based 2D anime combat back to desktop with modern systems, upgraded UI, and competitive-ready controls.[/p][p]Built in Unity and refined through extensive community feedback, this release focuses on precision, momentum, and mastery.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][h2]Base Game Required to Purchase[/h2][p]The original Vanguard Princess base game is required to purchase this DLC on Steam.[/p][p]Once installed, the PC Port DLC runs as a standalone playable experience.
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Vanguard Princess is built around:[/p][p]• Precision inputs
• Commitment-based decision making
• Defined recovery and weight
• Manual combo routing (no preset strings)
• Strong neutral, spacing, and matchup control
• Meter-driven momentum swings[/p][p]Every action matters. Every mistake is punishable.
Matches are fast, decisive, and skill-driven.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]The signature assist mechanic allows players to:[/p][p]• Extend and stabilize combos
• Interrupt enemy offense
• Control space
• Create offensive and defensive openings[/p][p]Assists are timed tactical interventions — not autonomous helpers — reinforcing player strategy at every level.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Online battles are powered by Photon Unity Networking 2 (PUN2), delivering competitive matchmaking within the PC port architecture.[/p][p]Online systems will continue evolving throughout Early Access.
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Designed for competitive play:[/p][p]• Full gamepad support
• Keyboard support
• Arcade fight stick compatibility
[/p][p][/p][h3]Fully Upgraded Control System
[/h3][p]• New Gamepad & Keyboard UI
• Independent P1 / P2 bindings
• Full remapping (Light / Medium / Heavy / Assist)
• Dedicated Forward / Back Dash assignments
• Clean, modern configuration layout[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]

Early Access includes:[/p][p]• Tutorial Mode
• Story Mode
• Versus Mode (Local & Online)
• Training Mode
• Options Menu
• Game Stats / Records
[/p][hr][/hr][p]• Achievements
• Wins / Losses / Win Rate
• Most-Used Assists
• Leaderboards (Win Streaks, Highest Combos, Fastest Clears)
• Long-term character data

[/p][p]Built for both competitive players and completionists.
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For players who lab and optimize:[/p][p]• Hitbox & Hurtbox Display
• State & Animation Viewers
• Position Data
• FPS & Network Panels
• Separate P1 / P2 Debug Windows
[/p][hr][/hr][p]• HD assets
• Upgraded UI
• Faster transitions
• Improved controller recognition
• Performance tuning for modern PCs
[/p][hr][/hr][p]Wishlisting increases visibility, supports Early Access momentum, and ensures you’re notified at launch.[/p][p]
Early Access Begins February 16, 2026[/p][p]More screenshots, gameplay footage, and updates coming soon.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]

[/p][p]Want to see Vanguard Princess grow faster and go further?[/p][p]Backing the official Kickstarter directly accelerates development — funding new features, deeper polish, performance upgrades, and long-term improvements across both the Mobile version and the PC Port.[/p][p]Stronger support = stronger updates.[/p][h2]
Back the campaign:
[/h2][h3]https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eigomanga/vanguard-princess-mobile-fighting-game[/h3][p][/p][p]Every pledge and share helps power the future of Vanguard Princess.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Early Access Launches February 16, 2026[/h2][p]The battle returns to PC.[/p][p]Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) DLC launches in Early Access on Steam on February 16, 2026, bringing fast, skill-based 2D anime combat back to desktop with modern systems, upgraded UI, and competitive-ready controls.[/p][p]Built in Unity and refined through extensive community feedback, this release focuses on precision, momentum, and mastery.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][h2]Base Game Required to Purchase[/h2][p]The original Vanguard Princess base game is required to purchase this DLC on Steam.[/p][p]Once installed, the PC Port DLC runs as a standalone playable experience.
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p]
Vanguard Princess is built around:[/p][p]• Precision inputs
• Commitment-based decision making
• Defined recovery and weight
• Manual combo routing (no preset strings)
• Strong neutral, spacing, and matchup control
• Meter-driven momentum swings[/p][p]Every action matters. Every mistake is punishable.
Matches are fast, decisive, and skill-driven.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]The signature assist mechanic allows players to:[/p][p]• Extend and stabilize combos
• Interrupt enemy offense
• Control space
• Create offensive and defensive openings[/p][p]Assists are timed tactical interventions — not autonomous helpers — reinforcing player strategy at every level.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Online battles are powered by Photon Unity Networking 2 (PUN2), delivering competitive matchmaking within the PC port architecture.[/p][p]Online systems will continue evolving throughout Early Access.
[/p][hr][/hr][p]
Designed for competitive play:[/p][p]• Full gamepad support
• Keyboard support
• Arcade fight stick compatibility
[/p][p][/p][h3]Fully Upgraded Control System
[/h3][p]• New Gamepad & Keyboard UI
• Independent P1 / P2 bindings
• Full remapping (Light / Medium / Heavy / Assist)
• Dedicated Forward / Back Dash assignments
• Clean, modern configuration layout

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Early Access includes:[/p][p]• Tutorial Mode
• Story Mode
• Versus Mode (Local & Online)
• Training Mode
• Options Menu
• Game Stats / Records
[/p][hr][/hr][p]• Achievements
• Wins / Losses / Win Rate
• Most-Used Assists
• Leaderboards (Win Streaks, Highest Combos, Fastest Clears)
• Long-term character data

[/p][p]Built for both competitive players and completionists.
[/p][hr][/hr][p]
For players who lab and optimize:[/p][p]• Hitbox & Hurtbox Display
• State & Animation Viewers
• Position Data
• FPS & Network Panels
• Separate P1 / P2 Debug Windows
[/p][hr][/hr][p]• HD assets
• Upgraded UI
• Faster transitions
• Improved controller recognition
• Performance tuning for modern PCs
[/p][hr][/hr][p]Wishlisting increases visibility, supports Early Access momentum, and ensures you’re notified at launch.

Early Access Begins February 16, 2026[/p][p]More screenshots, gameplay footage, and updates coming soon.

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[/p][p]Want to see Vanguard Princess grow faster and go further?[/p][p]Backing the official Kickstarter directly accelerates development — funding new features, deeper polish, performance upgrades, and long-term improvements across both the Mobile version and the PC Port.[/p][p]Stronger support = stronger updates.[/p][h2]
Back the campaign:
[/h2][h3]https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eigomanga/vanguard-princess-mobile-fighting-game[/h3][p][/p][p]Every pledge and share helps power the future of Vanguard Princess.[/p][p][/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]🚨 New Demo Update Now Available![/h2][p]Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) – Demo Edition[/p][p]We’re excited to announce that a newly updated version of the Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) Demo is now live and available on Steam.[/p][p]👉 Play the updated demo here:
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]This update reflects direct community feedback and introduces meaningful improvements across gameplay systems, performance, and UI. Thank you to everyone who played the demo and shared feedback—this update is for you.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]✅ What’s New in the Demo Update[/h2][h3]🔧 Player-Feedback Improvements[/h3]

• [p]Gameplay and usability adjustments based on community feedback[/p]
• [p]Refinements to overall flow and responsiveness[/p]

[h3]🎨 Visual + Performance Improvements[/h3]

• [p]Improved UI presentation[/p]
• [p]Faster transitions[/p]
• [p]Performance optimizations for PC[/p]

[h3]🎮 Fully Upgraded Control Settings[/h3]

• [p]New Gamepad Controls UI[/p]
• [p]New Keyboard Controls UI[/p]
• [p]Independent Player 1 / Player 2 bindings[/p]
• [p]Full remapping for Light / Medium / Heavy / Assist[/p]
• [p]Forward Dash and Back Dash assignments[/p]

[h3]📊 New “Records” System[/h3]

• [p]Achievements[/p]
• [p]Player Stats[/p]
  • [p]Wins / losses[/p]
  • [p]Win rate %[/p]
  • [p]Most-used assists[/p]
• [p]Leaderboards[/p]
  • [p]Win streaks[/p]
  • [p]Highest combos[/p]
  • [p]Fastest clear times[/p]

[h3]🧪 Debug Mode[/h3]

• [p]Hitbox & hurtbox display[/p]
• [p]State and animation viewers[/p]
• [p]Position data[/p]
• [p]FPS and network panels[/p]
• [p]Separate Player 1 / Player 2 debug windows[/p]

[h3]⚙️ Updated Options Menu[/h3]

• [p]Music & SFX sliders[/p]
• [p]AI Engine selection[/p]
• [p]Debug Mode toggle[/p]
• [p]Quick access to control configuration screens[/p]

[hr][/hr][h2]⭐ Don’t Forget to Wishlist the DLC[/h2][p]The Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) DLC is still in active development.
Wishlisting directly helps visibility and release timing on Steam.[/p][p]👉 Add the DLC to your Steam Wishlist:
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]🚀 Support Development on Kickstarter[/h2][p]Your continued support helps fund development, polish, and future features for Vanguard Princess.[/p][p]👉 Follow and support the Kickstarter campaign:
[/p][p]https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eigomanga/vanguard-princess-mobile-fighting-game[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]❄️ Steam Winter Sale – Limited Time![/h2][p]Take advantage of special Winter Sale discounts on Vanguard Princess and all related DLCs on Steam.[/p][h3]55% OFF Titles[/h3][p]Vanguard Princess
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Vanguard Princess Online Deluxe
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Vanguard Princess Kurumi
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Vanguard Princess Lilith
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Vanguard Princess Hilda Rize
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Vanguard Princess Digital Comic Series
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Soundtrack and Artwork
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]Additional Discounts[/h3][p]Vanguard Princess Bundle
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Thank You[/h2][p]This updated demo represents a major step forward for the Vanguard Princess Mobile (PC Port) project.
Your feedback, wishlists, and support continue to shape the game’s future.[/p][p]More updates, screenshots, and videos are coming soon.
Thank you for being part of the journey.[/p][p]— The Vanguard Princess Team (eigoMANGA)[/p]

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Special "Winter Sale" Discounts on Vanguard Princess and all its DLCs on Steam!
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• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess[/p]
• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess Online Deluxe[/p]
• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess Kurumi[/p]
• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess Lilith[/p]
• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess Hilda Rize[/p]
• [p]55% off on Vanguard Princess Digital Comic Series[/p]
• [p]55% off on Soundtrack And Artwork[/p]
• [p]Additional Discounts on Vanguard Princess Bundle[/p]