Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi
- October 25, 2011
- Spike
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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- The game offers an authentic and cinematic Dragon Ball Z experience with impressive graphics.
- It features a strategic gameplay mechanic that encourages players to think critically and manage resources like Ki effectively.
- Players can create their own characters and enjoy a story mode that spans multiple sagas, adding depth to the gameplay.
- The gameplay mechanics differ significantly from previous Dragon Ball Z titles, which may disappoint fans expecting a traditional fighting experience.
- The controls can be challenging, especially for players accustomed to other fighting games, leading to frustration.
- There is a limited character roster compared to earlier games, and some fans are disappointed by the absence of popular characters like Super Saiyan 4 Goku and Vegeta.
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story mode spans from the Saiyan Saga to the Shadow Dragons Saga, offering a mix of nostalgia and new 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 personal touch to the story.
“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 gets skipped around and only focuses on the main fight. I don't know what the producers were thinking by not giving people the opportunity to be Super Saiyan 4 Goku or Vegeta.”
“The story mode spoils the experience by jumping from the Saiyan Saga to the Shadow Dragons Saga without proper development or context.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
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 invest time in mastering the precise timing of 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.”
“The game is designed around a 'heads or tails' 50/50 mechanic, making it accessible to anyone, but it lacks depth for players seeking a more challenging experience.”
“Players wanting to invest time into the game will no doubt hone their skills on the strict timing of the various dodge mechanics, but this can feel frustrating and punishing for newcomers.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highly praised, featuring stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience, complemented by nostalgic elements like the original opening music from Dragon Ball Z.
“This game is super fun and has amazing graphics.”
“This game opens up with great visuals and the original opening music from Dragon Ball Z.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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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