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DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
Action
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Shared/Split Screen PvP
Shared/Split Screen
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Camera Comfort
Custom Volume Controls
Stereo Sound
Steam Cloud
Remote Play Together
HDR available
Family Sharing

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO takes the legendary gameplay of the Budokai Tenkaichi series and raises it to whole new levels. Make yours the destructive power of the strongest fighters ever to appear in Dragon Ball!

Developers: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Publishers: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Release Date: Oct 10, 2024
Price (USD): $34.99
Current Players: 1.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(87%)
stunning graphics
large roster
engaging combat
nostalgic feel
nostalgia
customization options
modern updates
lack of content
poor online performance
expensive DLC
unbalanced gameplay
The general sentiment around the game skews toward disappointment due to a perceived lack of content and poor online performance. However, fans of the series find pleasure in the nostalgic elements and the large character roster. Still, the game's potential is seen as unfulfilled, leaving many wishing for more robust updates and improvements. Overall, while the game offers beautiful graphics and an initially engaging experience, its longevity and value are in question among the community.

Positive Points

  • The game is praised for its stunning graphics and art style, which successfully capture the feel of the Dragon Ball anime.
  • Players enjoy the large roster of characters, which includes numerous transformations and fan-favorites from across the Dragon Ball series.
  • The combat system is considered fun and engaging, particularly in local multiplayer settings where nostalgia plays a big role.
  • Many players feel it is a faithful continuation of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, offering a sense of nostalgia and modern upgrades simultaneously.

    • Negative Points

  • The game is heavily criticized for its lack of content, especially in single-player modes, with many players noting a shortage of maps, lacking story depth, and insufficient offline modes.
  • Online play is described as laggy, unbalanced, and often leads to frustrating experiences due to poor matchmaking and performance issues.
  • DLC is perceived as overpriced with minimal additional content; mainly new characters with few modes or features being added post-launch.
  • There are significant complaints about the game's mechanics, including inconsistent controls, problematic AI in single-player, and issues with game balance.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel of the game, others feel that it fails to innovate or provide new experiences, relying too much on past successes.
  • The customization options available are seen as limited, which is disappointing for some, but others appreciate even small customization features.

    • Common Themes

  • Nostalgia is a key selling point, drawing in players who enjoyed previous entries in the series.
  • The graphics and visual presentation are consistently highlighted as strong points.
  • Players are divided on the game's post-launch support and content expansion, with many expressing a desire for more updates and new content.
    • Updated 12/13/2025, 12:01:14 AM UTC
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