Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Fighting, Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
- Platforms: PlayStation Portable
- Developers: Dimps
- Publishers: Atari, Inc.
Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai – Another Road: A Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane
Released in 2007 for the PlayStation Portable, Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai – Another Road is a fighting game that takes place in the Dragon Ball Z universe. The game features a brand-new story, as well as many of the popular characters from the anime and manga series.
Story
The story of Another Road begins with Majin Buu being released in Future Trunks’ Alternate Timeline. Trunks and his allies must now team up to defeat Buu and save the world. The story is told through a series of cutscenes, which are fully voiced in Japanese and English.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Another Road is very similar to that of its predecessor, Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai. Players control one of a number of characters from the Dragon Ball Z universe and battle against opponents in a variety of different environments. The game features a variety of different modes, including a story mode, a versus mode, and a tournament mode.
One of the new features in Another Road is the “Another Road” mode. This mode allows players to create their own custom character and take them through a unique story. Players can choose from a variety of different races and classes, and they can customize their character’s appearance and abilities.
Characters
Another Road features a roster of over 20 playable characters, including all of the main characters from the Dragon Ball Z anime and manga series. Some of the playable characters include Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo, and Trunks. Each character has their own unique set of abilities and fighting style.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Another Road are very good for a PSP game. The character models are well-detailed and the environments are colorful and vibrant. The game’s soundtrack is also very good, and it features a mix of original music and tracks from the Dragon Ball Z anime series.
Reception
Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai – Another Road received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fun and addictive gameplay, its large roster of characters, and its faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive missions and its lack of innovation.
Overall
Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai – Another Road is a great fighting game for fans of the Dragon Ball Z series. The game features a fun and addictive gameplay, a large roster of characters, and a faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe. If you’re a fan of Dragon Ball Z, then you should definitely check out Another Road.
Additional Features
In addition to the main story mode, Another Road also features a number of additional features, including:
- A versus mode, which allows players to battle against each other
- A tournament mode, which allows players to compete against each other in a tournament
- A training mode, which allows players to practice their skills
- A gallery mode, which allows players to view artwork and character models from the game
Legacy
Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai – Another Road is a popular fighting game that is still enjoyed by many fans today. The game is a faithful recreation of the Dragon Ball Z universe, and it features a fun and addictive gameplay. If you’re a fan of Dragon Ball Z, then you should definitely check out Another Road.
Review Score
7.5/10
