Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Card & Board Game, Fighting
- Platforms: Family Computer, Family Computer Disk System
- Developers: Tose
- Publishers: Bandai
Dragon Ball Z: Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai (1992)
Released in 1992 for the Famicom and Super Nintendo, Dragon Ball Z: Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai was the first fighting game based on the popular anime and manga series Dragon Ball Z. The game was unique in that it came with a special card reader attachment, the Datach Joint Rom System, which required several special cards to be swiped in order to add characters and items to the game.
Gameplay
Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai is a one-on-one fighting game that features a roster of 12 playable characters, including Goku, Gohan, Piccolo, Vegeta, and Frieza. Each character has their own unique set of moves and abilities, and the game features a variety of different game modes, including a story mode, a versus mode, and a tournament mode.
The game’s combat system is simple but effective, with players using a combination of punches, kicks, and ki blasts to defeat their opponents. Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai also features a unique “card system” that allows players to use special cards to power up their characters or perform special attacks.
Card System
The Datach Joint Rom System is a unique feature of Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai that allows players to add characters and items to the game by swiping special cards through the card reader attachment. There are over 100 different cards available, each of which features a different character, item, or power-up.
The card system adds a lot of depth and strategy to the game, as players must carefully choose which cards to use in order to create the most powerful team possible. Players can also collect rare cards that give them access to exclusive characters and items.
Graphics and Sound
For a game released in 1992, Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai’s graphics are surprisingly good. The characters are well-animated and the backgrounds are detailed and colorful. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with catchy tunes that perfectly capture the excitement of the Dragon Ball Z anime.
Reception
Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai was a critical and commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. The game was praised for its innovative card system, its fast-paced combat, and its faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe.
Legacy
Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai is considered to be one of the best Dragon Ball Z fighting games ever made. The game’s innovative card system has been praised by critics and fans alike, and the game’s fast-paced combat and faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe have made it a favorite among fans of the series.
Conclusion
Dragon Ball Z: Gekitou Tenkaichi Budoukai is a classic fighting game that still holds up today. The game’s innovative card system, fast-paced combat, and faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe make it a must-play for fans of the series.
Review Score
8/10
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