Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Gameplay Overview

Key Features and Updates

• Unique Dialogues: Characters have special dialogues depending on their versions.
  • E.g., Super Goku vs. Z Goku with differences in references to characters like Goku Black.
• Transformation-Specific Dialogues: Different forms of characters have unique interactions.
• Character Dialogue Variations: Goku has multiple dialogues based on his different forms and interactions with other characters like Kid Goku, GT Goku, etc.
• Health and Skills Differences: Different versions of Goku have variations in health and skill effects.
  • DBZ Goku's Super Saiyan mode increases basic attack and ki blast.
• Unique Animations and Effects: Characters like Hercule have unique camera angles to emphasize their stature and power.
• Beam Mechanics: Full damage is applied if touched by a beam at any point.

Character Match-Ups

• Z Goku vs. Blue Goku: Z Goku known for unique charge up effects and Blue Goku's Kamehameha mechanics.
• Blue Goku vs. Yamcha: Beam clashes are challenging due to fast-moving beams.
• Hercule's Gameplay: Weak but interesting camera dynamics to show stature.

Gameplay Mechanics

• Combo Systems: New in-depth combos available.
• Skill Counters: Super armor skill for melee attacks and key blasts.
• Unique Moves and Buffs: E.g., Goku's Dragon Fist and Super Dragon Twin Fist.
• Explosive Wave Usage: Frequently used to block both basic and super attacks.
• Character Weaknesses and Strengths
  • Androids cannot charge ki; gain ki through attacks.
  • Dr. Gero has a buff skill for rapid ki recovery.

Special Character Features

• Dragon Moves: Goku's Dragon Fist is iconic but surprisingly absent from Dragon Ball Super.
• Attacks and Cinematics: Moves like Frieza’s Nova Strike and Krillin’s Kamehameha have detailed animations.

Character Dynamics

• Yamcha's Mastery: AI never uses Wolf Fang Fist but often uses Kamehameha.
• Broly's Laughing Mechanism: Displays savagery in gameplay.

In-Game Details

• Map Scale: Large maps requiring character to find enemies after being hit by an ultimate attack.
• Dialogue Specifics: Unique dialogues for characters facing each other (e.g., Kid Gohan vs. Vegeta).
• Character Resilience: Vegeta's quick comeback and constant offensive.

Additional Notes

• AI Adaptation: AI savagery and strategic adaptiveness.
• Buff Skills and Effects: Yamcha's high damage with all buffs active.
• Game Preview: Detailed previews suggest confidence in game development.
• Beta Expectation: Possible beta testing phase to refine online play and server stability.

Community Interaction

• Feedback: Community comments on potential dialogue and gameplay adjustments.
• Suggestions: Community input on character dynamics and movie references.

Reminder: Always check for gameplay updates and engage with community for new information.