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Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi

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55%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
gameplay, story
88% User Score Based on 15 reviews
Critic Score 45%Based on 1 reviews

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Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is a single player and multiplayer fighting game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Spike and was released on October 25, 2011. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is a science fiction fighting game that offers both single-player and multi-player options. The game features earth-shattering combat, faithful manga-style graphics, and destructible battlefields. An enhanced story mode lets players experience the Dragon Ball Z universe, while an accessible battle system allows gamers of all ages to enjoy fast-paced battles.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique strategic gameplay experience that caters to casual players while still providing depth for those willing to invest time in mastering its mechanics.
  • It features impressive graphics and stays true to the Dragon Ball Z manga, providing an authentic and cinematic experience.
  • Players can create their own characters and enjoy various mini-game scenarios, adding to the overall fun and engagement of the game.
  • The gameplay mechanics differ significantly from previous Dragon Ball Z titles, which may disappoint fans expecting a traditional fighting experience.
  • The game relies heavily on chance and a guessing mechanic during battles, which can frustrate players looking for more direct control and skill-based combat.
  • There is a limited character roster compared to earlier games, and the story mode skips around, which may leave some players feeling unsatisfied.
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a simple "heads or tails" 50/50 mechanic that makes it accessible and enjoyable for casual players, while also offering depth for those willing to master the precise timing required for advanced dodge mechanics.

    • “The game is designed around a 'heads or tails' 50/50 mechanic where even your mother can play (and actually have fun).”
    • “Players wanting to invest time into the game will no doubt hone their skills on the strict timing of the various dodge mechanics.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised, with users highlighting the stunning visuals and the nostalgic incorporation of original Dragon Ball Z music, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “This game opens up with great visuals and the original opening music from Dragon Ball Z.”
    • “This game is super fun and has amazing graphics.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story mode spans from the Saiyan Saga to the Shadow Dragons Saga, offering a mix of familiar and new fighting elements reminiscent of the Budokai Tenkaichi series. However, some players feel the narrative is disjointed, lacking character depth and skipping over significant moments, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the ability to create a custom Saiyan adds a unique twist to the storytelling.

    • “I didn't expect to have so much fun with this game because of the gameplay and the guessing in battles, but it plays and looks awesome. You get to create your Saiyan, and the story mode is very good.”
    • “It's a great game; it shows some of the fighting elements from the Budokai Tenkaichi series, but it has some new fighting elements. The story mode spans from the Saiyan Saga to the Shadow Dragons Saga.”
    • “A big thing that makes me think this is so bad is that there are barely any characters throughout the game. The story skips around and only focuses on the main fight. I don't know what the producers were thinking by not giving players the opportunity to be Super Saiyan 4 Goku or Vegeta.”
    • “The story mode is a spoiler from the Saiyan Saga to the Shadow Dragons Saga, which feels rushed and lacks depth.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features impressive visuals complemented by the iconic opening music from Dragon Ball Z, setting an engaging tone right from the start.

    • “This game opens up with great visuals and the original opening music from Dragon Ball Z.”
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45%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is a fighting game with science fiction theme.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is available on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Xbox and PlayStation.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi was released on October 25, 2011.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi was developed by Spike.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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