Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Fighting, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One
- Developers: Dimps
- Publishers: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse (2015)
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse is the first installment of the Xenoverse series and the first Dragon Ball game developed by Dimps. It was released in 2015 for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows. Xenoverse is the first fighting game in the Dragon Ball series to feature full 3D battles similar to the Budokai Tenkaichi series. Fighters can traverse the levels free-roaming in large spaces and can fight on the ground, in the air, and underwater. The game features spoken dialogue from a majority of main characters while in battle, and characters show facial expressions when they strike an opponent or take damage. Although limited, the players have some freedom to explore the planet Earth as it exists in the Dragon Ball universe along with a handful of other locations.
Gameplay
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse is a fighting game that incorporates role-playing game elements. Players create their own custom character and embark on a journey to become a powerful warrior. The game features a large roster of characters from the Dragon Ball series, including Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, and Gohan. Players can fight against other players online or offline, or they can team up to take on powerful bosses.
Story
The story of Dragon Ball: Xenoverse takes place after the events of Dragon Ball GT. The player character is recruited by the Time Patrol, a group of warriors who protect the timeline from being altered. The player must travel through time and prevent villains from changing the course of history. Along the way, the player will meet and fight alongside some of the most iconic characters in the Dragon Ball universe.
Reception
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse was met with positive reviews upon release. Critics praised the game’s innovative gameplay, beautiful graphics, and large roster of characters. However, some critics found the game’s story to be lacking and the online multiplayer to be somewhat unbalanced.
Legacy
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. The game spawned a sequel, Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2, which was released in 2016. Xenoverse 2 was also a commercial success, selling over 4 million copies worldwide.
Impact on the Dragon Ball Franchise
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse had a significant impact on the Dragon Ball franchise. The game’s success helped to revitalize the franchise and led to the development of several new Dragon Ball games. Xenoverse also introduced several new characters to the franchise, including the Time Patrol and the Future Warrior. These characters have since appeared in other Dragon Ball games and media.
Conclusion
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse is a landmark game in the Dragon Ball franchise. It was the first game in the series to feature full 3D battles and a large roster of characters. The game’s innovative gameplay and beautiful graphics helped to revitalize the franchise and led to the development of several new Dragon Ball games. Xenoverse also introduced several new characters to the franchise, including the Time Patrol and the Future Warrior. These characters have since appeared in other Dragon Ball games and media, and they continue to be popular with fans of the franchise.
Review Score
8.5/10
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