A recent trailer for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero unveiled a range of transformations that can be utilized by the iconic duo of Goku and Vegeta, as well as showcasing some of their combat techniques. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has generated considerable excitement among fans of the Dragon Ball franchise, being a continuation of the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi fighting game series. While a brief teaser was initially revealed during Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2023, the full trailer for Sparking Zero made its debut at The Game Awards 2023 in December.
Subsequently, the Dragon Ball community has been eagerly anticipating further updates about the game. Adding to the anticipation, Bandai Namco teased additional information about Sparking Zero to be unveiled on January 28, coinciding with the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2024, which previously featured a teaser trailer for Sparking Zero. This year's event delivered new footage for Sparking Zero, centering on the franchise's legendary rivals, Goku and Vegeta.
The new Sparking Zero trailer commences with a pivotal showdown from Dragon Ball Z, depicting the first confrontation between Goku and Vegeta in the Saiyan Saga, featuring Vegeta with his tail and scouter, and Goku utilizing his Kaioken technique. Additionally, Vegeta can undergo his Great Ape transformation, reminiscent of Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3. In the subsequent clash, both characters transform into their Super Saiyan forms, with Goku employing techniques observed during the Frieza/Namek Saga, while Vegeta showcases moves and his exclusive Super Vegeta form from the Androids/Cell Saga.
The ensuing battle displays Goku's Super Saiyan 2 and 3 transformations, while Vegeta, in his attire from the Buu Saga, can transition into Super Saiyan 1 and 2, alongside his malevolent Majin form resulting from his pact with Babidi. The final encounter between the two sees them ascending into their Super Saiyan God and Super Saiyan Blue forms, confirming the division of Goku and Vegeta into Saga-specific forms, akin to Budokai Tenkaichi 3.
Confirmed Goku and Vegeta Transformations in Sparking Zero
- Goku (Saiyan Saga) - Base
- Goku (Frieza/Namek Saga) - Base, Super Saiyan
- Goku (Android & Buu Saga) - Base, Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan 2, Super Saiyan 3
- Goku (Dragon Ball Super) - Base, Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan God, Super Saiyan Blue
- Vegeta (Scouter) - Base, Great Ape
- Vegeta (Android/Cell Saga) - Base, Super Saiyan, Super Vegeta
- Vegeta (Buu Saga) - Base, Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan 2, Majin Vegeta
- Vegeta (Dragon Ball Super) - Base, Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan God, Super Saiyan Blue
If speculations about the forthcoming game hold true, Sparking Zero will boast one of the most expansive character rosters in a Dragon Ball fighting game, purportedly encompassing characters from the original Dragon Ball, GT, and even the upcoming Daima in addition to Z and Super. This is seemingly supported by the grid showcased at the conclusion of the trailer, hinting at the extensive roster in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero. For now, fans eagerly anticipate embodying the memorable forms of these iconic anime rivals.