Dragon Ball Sparking Zero: Gameplay, platforms, roster, more

Franco Diaz
Super Saiyan Blue Goku making a Kamehameha

Bandai Namco announced that Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will be the title that continues the Budokai Tenkaichi series. Check out everything you need to know about Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, including all confirmed characters and more.

The new title from Bandai Namco, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, calls for the return of the Budokai Tenkaichi series along with the most recent characters from the saga.

Here’s everything we know so far about Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero, Bandai Namco‘s new fighting game.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero expected release window

Bandai Namco have not yet revealed, nor even hinted at, the possible release date of Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. However, considering the recent releases of the Dragon Ball series, Bandai Namco typically launches games in January, April, or October.

Therefore, considering that April 2024 is just around the corner, we can expect the developers to soon announce the release date for either October 2024 or, in the worst scenario, January 2025. We’ll keep you updated with the latest news on the game’s release date.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero trailers & gameplay

Despite not having announced any possible release date, Bandai Namco have already held the first gameplay showcase of Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. In it, the developer Jun Furutani explained and showcased some new features that players will notice in each combat.

You can check out all released trailers below:

Announcement trailer

Rivals Trailer

Gameplay Showcase

Power VS Speed trailer

Master and Apprentice trailer

All Dragon Ball Sparking Zero characters revealed so far

Bandai Namco have not yet revealed how many characters Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero will have, but they have already confirmed 29 characters. However, it’s worth noting that some of them like Goku and Vegeta have different playable forms. Thus, the number of playable characters has risen to 53 so far.

Check out the complete list of Dragon Ball Sparking Zero playable characters so far.

  • Goku – 11 different forms
  • Vegeta – 10 different forms
  • Gohan – Four different forms
  • Trunks – Four different forms
  • Piccolo
  • Krillin
  • Yamcha
  • Tenshinhan
  • Beerus
  • Whis
  • Freezer
  • Cell
  • Majin-Boo
  • Mr. Satan
  • Videl
  • Android 17
  • Android 18
  • Jiren
  • Bergamo
  • Dyspo
  • Kakunsa
  • Master Roshi – Max Power
  • Nappa
  • Burter
  • Toppo
  • Jeice
  • Super Saiyan Kale – Berserk
  • Broly – Two different forms
  • Hit

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero platforms

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Bandai Namco confirms this at the end of each trailer/showcase of the game.

As a result, last-gen console players such as PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch users will be left out from playing the new title in the Budokai Tenkaichi series.

All in all, that’s everything we know so far about Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. We’ll make sure to keep you informed once Bandai Namco reveal more details. In the meantime, check out our other fighting games guides:

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About The Author

Franco is a CharlieIntel Writer who plays lots of FPS and sports games. After graduating in Sports Journalism in Argentina, Franco freelanced in esports journalism covering main tournaments of CS:GO, VALORANT and League of Legends. Franco joined CharlieIntel in June 2023 and you can contact him at [email protected].