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DRAGON BALL: Sparking Zero Unveils New Gameplay and Characters – Release Date Still a Mystery

Mar 20, 2024 3:09 PM

The upcoming video game Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, part of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, has been showcased by Bandai Namco with exciting new gameplay footage and a roster expansion, introducing 11 new characters. While still keeping the core mechanics that fans adore, new features promise to enhance the gaming experience with faster character movement and visually stunning ultimate attacks, leveraging the power of current-gen consoles. Although Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero's release date is yet to be announced, eager fans can look forward to seeing this title on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. The franchise's legacy continues to grow, and the latest advancements in the game's design ensure that the fast-paced and dynamic battles the series is known for are going to be even more impressive on modern gaming platforms.

What are the new gameplay features in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero?

The new features in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero include a significant increase in the normal movement speed of characters, making them as quick as the dash in previous titles. Additionally, the game retains battle systems like Impact Action and Ultimate Blast, which are signature to the franchise, but also introduces new gameplay mechanics to better reflect the intense and authentic battles of the Dragon Ball universe.

As a beloved series, Dragon Ball has consistently delivered extraordinary gaming experiences, solidified by titles such as Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi. The original Budokai Tenkaichi game arrived on the gaming scene in 2005 and became an instant hit due to its immersive 3D fighting environments and extensive character roster drawn directly from the anime and manga. As part of the Budokai Tenkaichi series, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is the latest addition that will build upon its predecessors' success and bring even more intense combat and dramatic transformations that fans have come to expect.



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