Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is the latest addition to the iconic Dragon Ball gaming franchise. Developed by Spike Chunsoft — the studio behind the original Budokai Tenkaichi series — and harnessing the power of Unreal Engine 5, it promises an action-packed experience that blends classic storytelling with cutting-edge gameplay mechanics.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Release Date
The official release date for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is set for October 11 (yes, quite soon!) and will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Pre-orders have already gone live with players aiming to get early access to exclusive content and bonuses.
Pre-order editions and bonuses
With four editions available, here’s what you can get from each, depending on which one you buy:
StandardDeluxeUltimatePremiumBase game✅✅✅✅Season Pass❌✅✅✅3-day early access*✅✅✅✅Exclusive new character*✅✅✅✅6 characters early unlock*✅✅✅✅Ultimate Upgrade Pack❌❌✅✅Ultimate Edition Bonus❌❌✅✅Exclusive Cards❌❌❌✅Lenticular Card❌❌❌✅SteelbookⓇ❌❌❌✅Metallic Bookmark❌❌❌✅Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Exclusive Diorama❌❌❌✅*Only available on Pre-order Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO new gameplay features
The gameplay in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is designed to be fast-paced, intense, and true to the spirit of the Dragon Ball universe. Expect a dynamic combat system, jaw-dropping special moves, and some special gameplay additions, namely:
Skill Count
Executing moves during a battle increases your skill count which can be used to unleash hell with a special ability.
Short Dash
Moving at the speed of light opens up endless possibilities, from dodging Kamehamehas, spraying your foe with Ki blasts, or linking into a Dragon Dash for the ultimate punch.
Revenge Counter
When absorbing an opponent’s blow, return the favor with a strike of your own. It’s giving Goku SSJ2 vs Majin Vegeta all over again!
Super Perception
Counterattack in anticipation of an opponent’s attack, requires timing and is oh-so-satisfying.
Vanishing Assaults
Approach an opponent in the blink of an eye. Not quite Instant Transmission, but almost there.
Image via Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO What game modes will Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO have?
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO features a variety of game modes, from classic battles (with new twits) to testing your skills against your friends (or foes), there’s something for everyone.
Episode Battle
Take control of eight different characters in the single-player mode with battles straight from the anime. Depending on your character and choices, you can change how each story plays out.
Custom Battle
Create your very own original battles you wish would’ve been in the anime. Ever thought of how Cell would’ve featured in the Tournament of Power? So do we!
Battle Mode
Enjoy local split-screen in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber or challenge players online across the world in casual and ranked matches.
Tournament Mode
Relive the most iconic tournaments from the 23rd World Martial Arts Tournament to the Cell Games and even the Tournament of Power.
Break the heavens
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is shaping up to be a must-play for any fan of the series.