SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION
- April 5, 2019
- Dimps Corporation
- 4h median play time
Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission is a solid game and a good time for fans of the franchise, and even people with more casual knowledge of the lore.
Get on Steam- Deep card battle gameplay featuring over one-thousand cards & 350 characters from the Dragon Ball franchise. Includes Dragon Ball characters from different series, including Dragon Ball Super, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, and Dragon Ball FighterZ. - Embark on an epic journey as you interact with the Dragon Ball world and its characters through an arcade game. - Create your own missions. - Test yo…
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Reviews
- The game offers a vast amount of content with over 1000 cards and numerous characters, providing extensive customization options.
- It features a unique card-based combat system that combines strategy with fan service, allowing players to create their own decks and teams.
- There are no microtransactions, making it a player-friendly experience where all cards can be earned through gameplay.
- The graphics are outdated and may not meet the expectations of players used to modern gaming visuals.
- The game can become repetitive, especially with lengthy animations and a slow-paced combat system that may frustrate some players.
- There are significant issues with online play, including long wait times for matches and a lack of active players.
- story189 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of "Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission" is generally viewed as a mixed bag; while it offers a fun and goofy narrative that ties together various elements of the Dragon Ball lore, many players find it repetitive and lacking depth. The game serves primarily as fan service, featuring numerous characters and side missions that appeal to dedicated fans, but the main storyline is often criticized for being formulaic and underwhelming. Overall, it provides a decent backdrop for the gameplay, but those seeking a compelling narrative may be disappointed.
“Love the game, love the story; the story kinda ties all the Dragon Ball lore (canon and non-canon) together.”
“The amount of single-player content is quite lengthy, and the story mode is goofy fun that doesn't take itself seriously at all.”
“The story is very immersive; it seemingly lets you choose the path you want to make your character by leveling him and promoting him, depending on the level you get different outcomes.”
“Compound that with the lengthy, padded, tedious story campaign required to access much of the game's content.”
“Awful, clunky gameplay with a story worse than fanfiction and it also crashes constantly.”
“The 'thrilling storyline' this game advertises is basically a crossover between DBZ and Scooby-Doo Cyber Chase.”
- gameplay102 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is a mixed bag, featuring a unique card-based mechanic that combines RPG elements with quick-time events (QTEs), but many players find it overly repetitive and frustrating due to its reliance on timing and luck. While the deck-building and character customization aspects are praised for their depth and fun, the slow combat animations and convoluted mechanics can detract from the overall experience, especially for those unfamiliar with the genre. Overall, it appeals primarily to dedicated Dragon Ball fans and card game enthusiasts, but may not satisfy those seeking more complex or fast-paced gameplay.
“The gameplay is fantastic and the cards you can get are awesome.”
“Very fun and addictive card game with lots of intricate mechanics, over 1000 cards to collect and a ton of content.”
“I for one love how you have to strategically use the cards to win the game coupled with the customization of your own character, the various non-canon story arcs and arcade mode provides for plenty of gameplay.”
“The real issue is that in 4 hours of gameplay, I have spent 3 hours and 40 minutes tapping 'OK' to agonizingly slog through endless worthless dialogue.”
“The gameplay is literally timing a single button press.”
“The issues come from the fact that the game is incredibly frustrating to play, largely thanks to the repetitive gameplay and the many enemies using the 'dimensional pressure' ability, which makes it very difficult to win.”
- graphics67 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are outdated and reminiscent of early 2000s titles, particularly the Budokai series. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and find the visuals serviceable, others criticize them for lacking the polish seen in more recent games like Xenoverse 2 and FighterZ. Overall, the graphics may not meet modern standards, but they are often forgiven due to the game's content and appeal to long-time Dragon Ball fans.
“I love the art style, story, and most of all the huge amount of endless customization there is to play around with.”
“The visuals are also stunning, with the graphics having the nostalgia of the Budokai 3 game.”
“The graphics are pretty dated, the translations could have gone through way more revisions, and some of the tutorials don't reflect the changes they made when they ported the game to the PC and Nintendo Switch.”
“What a boring game this is, it's so repetitive, the graphics feel like a game from the 90s.”
“The graphics are most definitely not up to modern standards, but as a person who played the old Budokai games on the PS2 years ago, this is a nostalgia bomb for me.”
- grinding23 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring players to invest significant hours to unlock content, which can lead to boredom. While some players appreciate the fun of collecting cards and the absence of microtransactions, many express frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding and the lengthy story campaign that feels padded. Overall, the game appeals to fans of grinding and gacha mechanics, but those averse to such gameplay may find it unappealing.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Which isn't too grindy, mind you.”
“At that point, your only obstacle is getting bored out of your skull grinding up to reach content that is actually challenging.”
“The game wiped my save file after grinding it for hours.”
“But if you hate grinding, a boring story mode, reading, and RNG, then you should definitely think twice before buying.”
- music22 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and fitting, featuring a variety of tracks that enhance the gaming experience. However, some players find the music repetitive, noting that only a few songs play frequently despite a large selection available. Additionally, there are complaints about certain aspects, such as the music not cutting out during specific actions and the presence of annoying sound effects.
“The soundtrack for this game is pretty good in my opinion.”
“The music is also amazing as well, some absolute bangers in the game.”
“It just makes it so much more satisfying and exciting to play while listening to the stunning soundtrack of the game!”
“This is really generic though, every aspect right down to the music couldn't be more generic.”
“You spend 20 minutes listening to ASMR anime music and mashing space for 15 minutes before you even play the game.”
“The only bad part of this game I've seen so far is that the music doesn't cut out while you draw cards and that the default music is horrendously annoying.”
- monetization20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its complete lack of microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy hundreds of hours of content and over 1,000 cards without the pressure of in-app purchases or pay-to-win mechanics. This absence of monetization strategies is seen as a significant advantage, especially for fans of card games and the Dragon Ball franchise, despite some criticism regarding its high price tag. Overall, players appreciate the straightforward access to content without the typical gacha pitfalls.
“This game has no in-app purchases, so that means you won't have to waste your life savings on gacha tickets.”
“Oh yeah, and there are no microtransactions, which is always a plus with these kinds of titles.”
“It's a fun ride and offers a huge amount of content (without in-app purchases for new cards).”
“Bad about this game is probably the price tag that high but if you like card games and you are a Dragon Ball fan, I would recommend this game for you. Plus, there are no microtransactions at this moment, so it's not even pay-to-win.”
“The UI is mostly a mess, not to mention how half the game itself has no subtitles (in battle) or no voice (outside of battle). The game is mostly a worse version of Dokkan Battle, which is an app filled with microtransactions, so it gets a bit boring in the long run for a 50 EUR game.”
“Full-priced card game and no microtransactions?”
- stability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is mixed, with some players reporting frequent crashes and freezes, particularly during online play, while others note a lack of significant bugs and a well-designed experience. Overall, the stability issues seem to detract from the gameplay for many users.
“The game is not buggy, and there's a lot to do right from the start. I will say that online play is where it's at because of the skill and the random styles of players.”
“The stability of the game allows for a smooth experience, making it easy to dive into the action without worrying about technical issues.”
“I appreciate how stable the game is; it really enhances the overall enjoyment and keeps me engaged for longer periods.”
“The game, as it is right now, is kind of buggy.”
“I get to play for 10 to 20 minutes, then it freezes or crashes... and it happens a lot.”
“Buggy game mechanics lead to lopsided battles due to effects (the charge impact meter is problematic).”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying funny dialogues between characters and the absurdity of mixing and matching move sets for comedic effects. While the overall quality of the game may be questionable, its humor resonates well with fans, particularly in its playful nods to Dragon Ball lore.
“And at some point in the game, there really is a funny dialogue between other fighters.”
“- I loved that you can mix and match move sets for hilarious (and lore unfriendly) results.”
“It is hilarious, cool, and very Dragon Ball.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its extensive roster and the ability to customize gameplay through various modes and character choices, despite its relatively simple mechanics. Players find themselves engaged in farming and exploring different aspects of the game, although some express a desire for more post-launch content and updates to enhance the experience further. Overall, the combination of diverse gameplay options and ongoing content from the anime keeps players returning for more.
“All in all, I love this game and how huge the roster is and all the silly changes you can impose on the cards. Even though the game is rather simple, I find myself very addicted to it.”
“It doesn't have the most complex of gameplay mechanics, but there is plenty of replay value here depending on how into the game modes you get.”
“Replayability: the main heroes beat and note are both Saiyans in the game, but you have the choice of changing your main character to one of various races.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is inconsistent; while some players report smooth performance without crashes, others experience frequent frame drops and stuttering that negatively impact gameplay, particularly in precision-based mechanics. Overall, the game's performance may vary significantly depending on the player's system.
“This game is a lot of fun; it runs smoothly and hasn't crashed at all.”
“Yet here I have constant frame drops and stuttering, which really screws up the timing for all of the mechanics involving precision.”
“If you don't mind the poor visuals and stuttering, it's worth giving it a shot if you can get it cheap.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's emotional impact is undermined by a lackluster story mode and low production values, which may detract from the overall experience. Players who dislike grinding and random elements may find it difficult to connect with the game's emotional narrative.
“The emotional depth of the story is overshadowed by tedious gameplay mechanics that make it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the emotional moments to be undercut by a lackluster narrative that failed to resonate with me.”
“While the game attempts to evoke feelings, the repetitive tasks and uninspired dialogue left me feeling disconnected.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally enjoyable, particularly for Dragon Ball fans who appreciate the character designs. However, some players feel that certain characters, like Sealas, exhibit stagnant growth, with limited progression aside from a single flashback that provides some insight into his past.
“A fun game for fans of Dragon Ball, great for passing the time and showcasing the impressive character designs that have been created.”
“Sealas experiences some stagnation in his character development, with the exception of one flashback to his time as a time patroller, where he logically works through his plan.”
“Sealas becomes kind of ranty and stagnant in his character development, save for one flashback to his time as a time patroller where he actually works through his plan logically.”
