Dragon Ball FighterZ Reviews

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 16, 2017

Dragon Ball FighterZ is an exceptional fighting game. Everything about it looks and feels like the 30+ year old franchise, and many of the fights make you want to scream Kamehameha as you decimate your opponent.

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Zachary Perry
Top Critic
9.3 / 10.0
Nov 2, 2017

Dragon Ball FighterZ is fantastically animated and one of the more interesting fighting games that I've ever come across. It's an epic game to play by yourself or head-to-head with some friends.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 21, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is a mandatory purchase for every fan of anime. The story-based campaign keeps you entertained for many hours, and fighting with friends – thanks to a user-friendly combat system, beautiful graphics and high dynamics – will definitely appeal to both rookie and advanced players.

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8.3 / 10.0
Jan 21, 2018

Dragonball Fighterz not only manages to follow in the footsteps of Budokai but surpass nearly every previous Dragon Ball Game. The new fighting system from Arc System Works fits perfectly into the series. It's still open if Bandai Namco will delivery enough content to keep players motivated after the launch of the game but besides a generic story Dragon Ball and Fighting Game Fans will get an amazing game here.

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9.8 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

A New Challenger Approaches and its name is Dragon Ball FighterZ. Bandai Namco and Arc System Works have delivered something astounding and I know that myself and the FGC are excited to bear witness of what’s to come in this game’s life cycle.

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ACG
Top Critic
Buy
Jan 22, 2018
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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is an outstanding fighting game, but it’s one that is showing signs of repetition in the combat because, even though there is a level of depth to the game, it’s not quite as deep as other fighters on the market. Its target market should be pleased though, and it’s nice to see a Dragon Ball game become popular in eSports – I’m sure it’ll be amazing to watch at Evo! Dragon Ball FighterZ is a brilliant game that no fans will want to miss out on, and I’m sure I’ll be returning to it throughout the year. Seriously though, please let Videl be DLC!

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Fandom
Top Critic
4 / 5.0
Jan 22, 2018

It’s easy. It’s cheesy. But make no mistake, under the hood this is a fighting system worth taking the time to master.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is a truly stunning use of the anime license with a ton of tricks to master.

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Jan 22, 2018

It's the best Dragon Ball fighting game, one of the best looking fighting games in general, and a rare welcome entry point for newcomers to understand what competitive fighting games are all about.

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9 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is an incredible fighting game, with a rock-solid and spectacular combat-system, and the unique Dragon Ball Universe behind it. Competitive and fun, except for the not so brilliant story mode, is an absolute must-have for both the fans of the saga and the fighting game lovers.

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9 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is an awesome game, and whether you’re a fan of the genre or a fan of the series, you’ll find it packed to the brim with stuff to do and things to love

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Dave Aubrey
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is possibly the greatest Dragon Ball game of all time, and already one of the best fighting games of the year, if not the best. Great fighting and amazing visuals collide in this excellent anime fighter.

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4.5 / 5.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is a rare gem in a sea of licensed games.

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Metro GameCentral
GameCentral
Top Critic
9 / 10
Jan 22, 2018

A dream come true for Dragon Ball fans, but also a highly competent fighting game that is a front runner for the best fighter of the generation.

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8 / 10
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball FighterZ is undoubtedly the best Dragon Ball Z fighting game ever released. As the old clich' goes, it is easy to pick up and play and hard to master even if the all the characters share the same input. And it must also be pointed out that it's the prettiest anime video game ever made. Dragon Ball fans would do themselves a disservice by missing this game.

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Evan Slead
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

While there have been many fighting games based on the Dragon Ball franchise, Dragon Ball FighterZ marks a modern approach through the means of fast-paced action. From its breathtaking visuals to ease of gameplay mastery, the new fighter is a good stepping stone to expand the fan base of the genre. However, it may not satisfy players who are looking for complexity.

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Jan 22, 2018

For Arc System Works, Dragon Ball FighterZ is a chance at real mainstream success. The Guilty Gear games are universally excellent, and have a dedicated fanbase, but their hardcore nature meant they always lost to the Street Fighters and Tekkens of the world when it came to sales. The Dragon Ball license could be what gets the masses interested in the studio's particular brand of air-dashing, spectacular combat.

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Krista Noren
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Dragon Ball Z is a video game franchise that has many beloved entries, from the Legacy of Goku series, to the Budokai and Tenkaichi games. However, these games have always been targeted to its niche fanbase. Dragon Ball FighterZ is different; it's a fighting game that everyone, including veteran DBZ fans and newcomers alike, can enjoy wholeheartedly.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Between the accessible auto combos, homing attacks, and simplified command inputs, Dragon Ball FighterZ is an inviting gateway into the world of fighting games for newcomers — whether you're a Dragon Ball fan or not. Those easy controls can open the door to some spammy behavior, but just as often it's satisfying in a way that does right by the Dragon Ball name. Dragon Ball FighterZ has enough depth and complexity to glow as brilliantly as a Super Saiyan.

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