Sol and Ky's new specials for Guilty Gear Strive 2.00 detailed, and you're not going to like getting hit by it in the corner or jump
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Key Points:
- Guilty Gear Strive Version 2.00, releasing on April 9, 2026, promises the biggest update in five years with new special moves, balance changes, and cosmetic additions.
- Ky Kiske's new special move, Lightning Strike, allows him to cancel projectiles like Stun Edge and call down lightning that can target airborne opponents, adding vertical threat potential.
- Sol Badguy gains a powerful follow-up attack called Sidewinder Ignited, which deals high damage, sends opponents to the corner mid-screen, and enables combo extensions via wall bounce in corner situations.
- Additional characters receiving new special moves include Happy Chaos, Leo Whitefang, Nagoriyuki, and Asuka R. Kreutz, alongside the introduction of the new Counter Blitz mechanic.
- The update also introduces costumes and accessories, and adds Jam Kuradoberi as a playable character, expanding the game's roster and customization options.
