Greatsword (Sweep) is obtained by playing Dungeon mode and farming 750 gold, and it trades the normal Greatsword‘s higher damage for smoother-feeling sweep M1s and a charged slash crit that looks flashy but may be awkward in PvP.
Greatsword (Sweep) keeps the heavy-weapon identity of Greatsword in VV: ULTIMATUM: long reach, slow commitment, and big punish-window gameplay. For naming, stick with the in-game compendium label Greatsword (Sweep); “Greatsword Sweep style” is just the natural shorthand players are using.
Greatsword (Sweep) unlock requirement
To get Greatsword (Sweep), play Dungeon mode and farm about 750 gold. Gold comes from defeating NPCs and destroying objects around the area, so the unlock is a straightforward dungeon farm rather than a separate puzzle route.
Key Once equipped, the style changes the normal Greatsword stance into wider sweep-style swings. The weapon model and stance are easy to spot as soon as the style is active.
How to get Greatsword (Sweep) in VV: Ultimatum
Play Dungeon mode
Start runs in Dungeon mode, because Greatsword (Sweep) is tied to that mode’s gold farm.
Earn gold from NPCs
Beat the NPCs you find during the run to build your gold total.
Break objects in the area
Destroy nearby objects as you move through the dungeon, since they also give gold.
Reach about 750 gold
Keep farming until you have around 750 gold for Greatsword (Sweep).
Greatsword (Sweep) stats vs Greatsword
| Stat | Greatsword (Sweep) | Greatsword |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 15.5 | 18 |
| Posture damage | 15.5 | 17 |
| Repositi Crit | No | Yes |
| Heavy-weapon feel | Slow, long range | Slow, long range |
The compendium numbers make the trade clear: Greatsword is the stronger raw-stat weapon, while Greatsword (Sweep) changes the swing style and feel. Both still sit in the slow, long-range heavy-weapon lane, so you are playing around reach and timing either way.
Pay attention to the Repositi Crit row. It explains why Greatsword (Sweep) does not behave like the normal Greatsword’s kanji-style critical attack.
Greatsword (Sweep) M1s and critical slash
The M1 chain is the main reason to use Greatsword (Sweep). Its swings travel in broad horizontal arcs, giving it a smoother flow than the normal two-handed Greatsword stance when you are trying to catch someone near the edge of your range.
The tradeoff is damage. You are accepting lower raw output for a weapon that feels less stiff in its basic swings, but it still has heavy-weapon commitment if you whiff.
The critical attack needs charge and distance. During the wind-up, a blue energy circle appears, then the attack releases a wide slash that knocks the target away.
Treat the crit as a spacing commitment. Its exact cancel behavior, hitbox size, startup frames, and scaling are not exposed in the current game text, so the reliable play is to use it when you already have room rather than forcing it in tight trades.
Fight at the edge of Greatsword (Sweep)’s M1 range and only commit to the crit when you already have space.
Who should use Greatsword (Sweep) in PvP
| Pick it for | Watch out for |
|---|---|
| Smoother horizontal M1 flow | Lower raw damage than Greatsword |
| Very long heavy-weapon reach | Crit needs space and charge time |
| Stylish sweep pressure | Whiffs can open punish windows |
Greatsword (Sweep) is a fun, stylish pick for players who already like heavy weapons but want a better-feeling basic swing flow. It rewards patient range control: clip opponents with wide swings, keep posture pressure with reach, and avoid throwing out slow attacks where they can be punished cleanly.
Key It is not an obvious upgrade over Greatsword. The normal weapon has better damage and posture damage, while Greatsword (Sweep) leans harder into preference, spacing, and comfort with its charged crit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greatsword (Sweep) better than Greatsword?
No, not as a straight upgrade. Greatsword wins on damage, posture damage, and Repositi Crit; Greatsword (Sweep) wins only if its horizontal M1 rhythm helps you land more hits.
Does Greatsword (Sweep) have a Repositi Crit?
No. The compendium entry for Greatsword (Sweep) lists Repositi Crit: No, while the standard Greatsword has it.
Is Greatsword (Sweep) based on Ichigo?
The stance and slash effects can look Ichigo-inspired, but that is a visual comparison, not an in-game label or stated crossover. Use Greatsword (Sweep) as the name when checking menus or asking other players.
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