Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo

A fast-paced, visually stunning 3D fighting game featuring a massive roster of Dragon Ball characters and a unique sparking system.

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo (let’s assume a hypothetical sequel with enhanced features for this review) throws players into a vibrant, chaotic world of Dragon Ball combat. The game boasts an impressive roster, encompassing characters from across the entire franchise, from classic Goku and Vegeta to more obscure but beloved fighters. Each character feels unique, possessing their own distinct movesets, special attacks, and fighting styles that accurately reflect their personalities and power levels in the source material. The visual presentation is a clear highlight, with beautifully rendered characters and environments that bring the Dragon Ball world to life.

The core gameplay revolves around a thrilling blend of fast-paced action and strategic decision-making. The ‘Sparking’ mechanic, as the name suggests, allows players to unleash powerful, game-changing special attacks that can turn the tide of battle. Managing your sparking gauge and choosing the right moment to unleash these devastating moves is crucial to victory. The controls are responsive and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play, while still offering a deep level of complexity for those willing to master the nuances of each character’s moveset.

Beyond the single-player campaign, which features a compelling storyline and engaging cutscenes, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo offers a robust multiplayer experience. Online battles are smooth and lag-free (at least, in my experience), providing a competitive and challenging environment where players can test their skills against others from around the world. The game also features a wealth of unlockable content, including additional characters, costumes, and stages, ensuring that there’s always something new to strive for. There’s even a surprisingly deep character customization system that allows for a high degree of personalization.

However, the game is not without its flaws. While the character roster is extensive, some fan favorites may be noticeably absent. The story mode, although enjoyable, could have benefited from a more compelling narrative and greater depth. Finally, some players might find the game’s difficulty curve to be a bit steep, especially for newcomers to the fighting game genre. The learning curve is significant, requiring significant time investment to master.

Overall, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo is a fantastic fighting game that successfully captures the energy and excitement of the Dragon Ball universe. The stunning visuals, deep combat system, and engaging multiplayer modes make it a must-have for Dragon Ball fans and fighting game enthusiasts alike. I give it a solid 8.5 out of 10. The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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11 comments

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MasterRoshiSensei

As a seasoned fighting game player, I was blown away by Dragon Ball: Sparking! Neo. The depth of the combat system is incredible, and mastering the Sparking mechanic is incredibly rewarding. The online play is fantastic, and the character customization is a nice touch. However, the steep learning curve might turn off some newcomers. Overall, a solid 8/10. A true gem for fighting game aficionados!

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YamchaFanClub

8.5/10 is a fair score. It’s a solid Dragon Ball fighting game with stunning graphics and fun gameplay. While some might find the difficulty a bit much, the overall experience is great. A must-have for fans!

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Android18Lover

The Sparking system is genius! It completely changes how you approach fights. I had so much fun experimenting with different characters and strategies. Highly recommend!

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VegetaThePrince

Finally, a Dragon Ball fighting game that does the source material justice! The visuals are breathtaking, and the Sparking system adds a strategic layer I haven’t seen before. The online matches are smooth and competitive. While the story mode could use a bit more oomph, the gameplay alone makes this a 9/10 for me. It’s OVER 9000!

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GokuBlackRose

I’m a huge Dragon Ball fan, but this game left me feeling a little disappointed. The roster, while large, is missing some key characters I was hoping to see. The difficulty curve is brutal for casual players like myself, and the story felt rushed. The graphics are stunning though, I’ll give them that. 6/10, needs more work.

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RaditzTheRad

Disappointed. The missing characters are a major letdown. Some of my favorites are completely absent! Otherwise, a decent game, but nothing mind-blowing.

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TrunksTheFuture

I’m a casual player, and even I found this game to be relatively easy to learn. The controls are intuitive, and the tutorial is helpful. However, mastering the game? That’s a different story. This is no game for the faint of heart!

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VegetaIsBest

While I agree the graphics are top-notch, the difficulty curve is brutal. I’m a seasoned fighting game player, and I still struggled. Newcomers might find it frustrating.

Also, where’s Super Buu?!

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KrillinFan67

Absolutely incredible! The visuals are breathtaking, and the Sparking system adds a thrilling layer of strategy. The roster is huge, and I love how each character feels so unique. Definitely worth the price!

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MasterRoshiSensei

This game is a masterpiece of visual splendor. It truly captures the vibrant energy of Dragon Ball. However, I found the story mode to be underwhelming. It felt rushed and lacked depth.

The gameplay itself, however, is outstanding

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GokuBlack_Fan

As a huge Dragon Ball fan, this game exceeded my expectations. The online multiplayer is surprisingly smooth, and the character customization is a welcome addition. The story mode was okay, but could use some improvement.