The recent Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero tournament has captured attention for all the wrong reasons, including criticism over an unbalanced roster and competitors exploiting gameplay mechanics in ways that have left spectators underwhelmed. Earlier this year, Bandai Namco and developer Spike Chunsoft launched Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, the first mainline Budokai Tenkaichi entry in nearly 17 years. The game updated the beloved formula with new characters from Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super.
Despite these controversies, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has achieved commercial success. It was recently named the highest-selling Dragon Ball game in the United States and ranks as the fourth-highest-selling game of 2024 so far. Although the PC player count has declined significantly since its initial release, Bandai Namco has pledged ongoing support with future DLC and a global eSports tournament. Earlier this month, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero – The Dramatic Showdown – Grand Finals was announced, featuring champions from around the world competing with a single character to determine the world’s best player.
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While this tournament seemed like an exciting promotional opportunity, it has quickly become a source of controversy. As noted by Push Square, many have criticized the game's roster for being poorly balanced. Certain characters hold clear advantages, prioritizing the authenticity of emulating the Dragon Ball anime over creating a fair competitive multiplayer experience.
Moreover, recent qualifiers have highlighted how easily some of the game’s mechanics can be exploited. During the most recent qualifying event in France, competitors used the game’s vertical flying mechanic to avoid engagement, stalling the match and preventing high-damage combos. This led to a dull spectacle, with the commentary team even pausing their analysis for a significant portion of the match.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero – The Dramatic Showdown – Grand Finals will continue into December, with qualifying events scheduled in Japan and Spain on November 30, Italy on December 1, the US West Coast on December 7, and the US East Coast on December 8. The grand finals will be held at the Dragon Ball: Games Battle Hour 2025 event in Los Angeles, CA, on January 18-19. Fans are hopeful that the final event will deliver the excitement they crave, but the rocky path through the qualifiers suggests that the tournament still has significant challenges to overcome.
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