It’s an exciting time to be a Dragon Ball fan.

On September 18, 2024, during an online media interview, Jun Furutani, the producer behind Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, shared his passion for creating a game that goes beyond just reliving the classic moments from the anime.

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His goal is clear: to provide players with a platform where they can unleash their imaginations and create the Dragon Ball battles they’ve always dreamed of.

With over 100 playable characters, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero is shaping up to be the ultimate arena for fans to experience epic, custom battles between iconic fighters.

Jun Furutani explains why Dragon Ball Sparking Zero offers the ultimate DBZ experience

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With Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, Furutani has given fans an unprecedented opportunity to experience battles only previously imagined.

One of the game’s standout features is its massive roster, spanning the entire Dragon Ball universe. Furutani emphasized that his vision was to create a game where fans could indulge in “what if” scenarios, pitting their favorite characters against each other in ways the anime never explored.

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For instance, the game allows players to set up battles like Super Saiyan 2 Gohan facing off against Dragon Ball Super’s Jiren. Can the young hero, who Goku once believed had the potential to surpass all others, truly stand up to the strongest beings in the multiverse? Or will he be overpowered by the sheer strength of these modern titans?

Fans no longer need to speculate. Dragon Ball Sparking Zero provides the playground where these dream matchups can finally be realized.

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The roster also allows players to transcend time, creating battles across different eras of Dragon Ball. Imagine watching Beerus, the God of Destruction, fight against an early version of Goku or Vegeta.

According to Furutani, the game was designed to give fans these kinds of scenarios, allowing them to relive the moments they love or craft entirely new stories.

“The idea was to create a space where fans could relive their favorite moments and create new ones, unleashing their creativity through these battles,” Furutani said through his translator during the interview.

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Beyond its character roster, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero boasts an impressive customization system that gives players control over nearly every aspect of their battles.

Furutani and his team designed this mode to give players the freedom to build the ultimate Dragon Ball experience. The customization tools offer nearly limitless possibilities, from editing cutscenes to tweaking how battles play out.

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“We wanted players to not only see their favorite characters fight but also build their versions of these legendary battles,” Furutani explained.

In custom battle mode, players can create their dream matchups, like Super Saiyan Blue Gogeta versus Super Saiyan 4 Goku, and even add dramatic, cinematic effects that bring their vision to life.

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This feature ensures that no two battles are the same, and every player can tailor their experience to their preferences. It’s a game designed with Dragon Ball fans at its core, allowing for unique creative expression while remaining faithful to the franchise’s lore.

Furutani’s approach to gameplay design ensures that players of all skill levels can jump into the action, while the depth of customization will satisfy even the most dedicated fans.

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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero’s development team has worked hard to ensure that each character feels authentic to their portrayal in the anime while providing players the tools to craft scenarios beyond the original storylines.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will be released on October 11, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

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