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): $69.99
Current Players: 1.5k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(87%)
amazing graphics
fluid combat
huge roster
nostalgic gameplay
combat satisfaction
nostalgia factor
online issues
lackluster story
high price
DLC problems
Overall, the sentiment towards the game is quite mixed. While fans appreciate the amazing graphics and nostalgic gameplay reminiscent of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, the game suffers from significant issues in its online multiplayer and a lackluster story mode. Many players express disappointment with the price point compared to the content offered, particularly criticizing the effectiveness and cost of the DLCs. Despite these criticisms, the game remains an enjoyable experience for fans devoted to the Dragon Ball franchise.

Positive Points

  • The game has amazing graphics and artistry, capturing the essence of Dragon Ball.
  • Combat is fluid, fast-paced, and showcases the explosive fighting style of the series.
  • Huge roster of characters, allowing for a wide variety of gameplay and strategy.
  • The game successfully delivers nostalgia to long-time fans of older Dragon Ball games like Budokai Tenkaichi, with similar mechanics and gameplay style.
  • Negative Points

  • Online multiplayer is plagued with issues such as lag, lack of crossplay, and long wait times for matches.
  • Story mode is criticized for being lackluster and incomplete, with many players feeling that it skips important sagas and lacks depth.
  • Character transformations are counted as separate characters, which can be misleading in terms of roster size.
  • High price tag without offering adequate content for the cost, with DLCs perceived as overpriced and insufficient.
  • Mixed Points

  • While the combat is generally praised, some players find it too chaotic or repetitive.
  • The nostalgia factor is a draw for some, but others feel it fails to live up to the standards set by previous games.
  • Common Themes

  • The game is heavily nostalgic, catering to fans of the older Budokai Tenkaichi series.
  • Visuals and animations are frequently highlighted as a standout aspect of the game.
  • There is a strong desire for more single-player content and better online functionality.
  • Updated 4/17/2026, 12:01:13 AM UTC