Bandai Namco Entertainment recently announced that they will be releasing the hit Dragon Ball FighterZ game digitally in the Xbox Series X/S and in the PlayStation 5. The game is now available for purchase and download as of press time.
Players who now have the game for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One can update their game to the newer versions free of charge. The company also confirmed that a rollback netcode will also be available for Windows 10 users and PC via Steam.
Dragon Ball FighterZ is a 2.5D fighting video game developed by Arc System Works and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released in January 2018, the game is based on the popular Dragon Ball franchise created by Akira Toriyama. It is available on various gaming platforms, including PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, and Nintendo Switch.
The game features fast-paced and visually stunning 3v3 tag team battles, where players control characters from the Dragon Ball universe. The gameplay mechanics draw inspiration from classic fighting games while incorporating elements unique to the Dragon Ball series. Players can execute a variety of flashy combos, special moves, and devastating super attacks, all accompanied by spectacular animations faithful to the source material.
The game offers a diverse roster of characters, including iconic heroes and villains from different Dragon Ball sagas, such as Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, Frieza, Cell, and Majin Buu. Each character possesses a unique set of abilities and fighting styles, allowing players to experiment with different team compositions and strategies.
Dragon Ball FighterZ features several game modes, including a robust story mode, arcade mode, online multiplayer battles, and various training modes to help players hone their skills. The story mode, titled “Super Warrior Arc” and “Enemy Warrior Arc,” features an original storyline with an emphasis on dramatic cutscenes and character interactions, adding depth to the game’s narrative.
Upon its release, the game received widespread critical acclaim for its fluid gameplay, stunning visuals, and faithful adaptation of the Dragon Ball universe. Critics praised the game’s accessible yet deep mechanics, making it appealing to both casual players and competitive fighting game enthusiasts. The game’s visual fidelity, with its vibrant graphics and attention to detail, was also lauded as a standout feature.
Source: Gematsu
