June 16, 2024 – PlayStation recently tweeted about the upcoming release of “Dragon Ball Sparking Zero,” a new game that promises to faithfully recreate iconic fights from the beloved anime series. This game is set to launch on October 11, 2024, and it has already generated significant excitement among fans.
“Dragon Ball Sparking Zero” is the first entry in the “Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi” series in 15 years. Developed by Spike Chunsoft, this game aims to capture the essence of the anime’s most memorable battles. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game’s announcement came during the Summer Game Fest 2024, where Bandai Namco revealed new gameplay footage and additional details about the game’s features and modes.
One of the key highlights of “Dragon Ball Sparking Zero” is the “Episode Battle” mode. In this single-player mode, players can choose from eight different characters, including Goku and Vegeta, and relive famous battles from the “Dragon Ball Z” and “Dragon Ball Super” series. Each character has a unique set of stages and battles, with Goku’s stages starting from his fight with Raditz and continuing through the Tournament of Power saga. The mode also includes certain cutscenes that provide a first-person perspective, immersing players in the character’s experiences.
Another exciting feature is the “Custom Battle” mode. This mode allows players to create their own battle scenarios and share them online. Players can edit pre-battle and post-battle cutscenes, set different victory conditions, and enjoy unique event cutscenes during battles. This mode offers endless possibilities for fans to create and experience their dream battles in the “Dragon Ball” universe.
The game also introduces an extensive roster of playable characters. Some of the new additions include Goku (Super), Ultra Instinct, Gohan (Adult), Super Saiyan 2, Golden Frieza, Bardock, Raditz, Goku Black, Zamasu, and Jiren, Full Power. These characters come with their signature abilities and transformations, providing players with a wide range of options for combat.
“Dragon Ball Sparking Zero” will be available in several editions, each offering unique content and bonuses:
- Standard Edition: The basic version of the game.
- Digital Deluxe Edition: Includes the Standard Edition, three days of early access, the Season Pass with over 20 characters, and early access to DLC characters.
- Digital Ultimate Edition: Contains the Deluxe Edition content, the Ultimate Upgrade Pack with additional customization items, and the ability to summon Super Shenron.
- Collector Edition: Includes all content from the Digital Ultimate Edition, an exclusive diorama, and a metallic bookmark.
- Premium Collector Edition: Available exclusively on the Bandai Namco Store, this edition includes all Collector Edition content, a SteelBook, and exclusive cards from the Dragon Ball Super Card Game.
Pre-ordering the game also grants access to several characters without the need to unlock them in-game. These characters include various forms of Gogeta and Broly, among others. A special playable character, yet to be revealed, will also be available as a pre-order bonus.
Overall, “Dragon Ball Sparking Zero” promises to deliver an immersive and action-packed experience for fans of the series. With its faithful recreation of iconic battles, extensive character roster, and customizable battle modes, this game is set to be a major hit upon its release in October 2024. Fans eagerly await the chance to dive into the world of “Dragon Ball” once again and experience the thrill of epic battles on their favorite gaming platforms.