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Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
Spike Chunsoft
PlayStation 5; Xbox Series X/S; Windows (PC); Nintendo Switch; Nintendo Switch 2Paid (full-priced game) with optional in-game purchases, DLC and season pass
Health Score
39
MIXEDAbout This Game
Fast-paced 3D arena fighting in the Budokai Tenkaichi tradition where players build teams of Dragon Ball characters and battle in destructible stages; tone is high-energy, anime-accurate combat with over 180 fighters and cinematic special moves. The game supports single-player modes, local multiplayer and online PvP, and also offers user-created/custom fight sharing and paid DLC/season-pass content.
Score Breakdown
Positive Aspects
Educational Value
1/5
Creativity
3/5
Pro-Social
2/5
Risk Factors
Addictive Monetization
3/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
3/5
Social Risk
3/5
Content Intensity
3/5
Negatives
- •Paid DLC/season pass and purchasable character packs encourage additional spending
- •online matches expose players to strangers and potential toxic interactions
- •mild language and suggestive content make it unsuitable for very young children.
Positives
- •Huge roster (180+ characters) and faithful Dragon Ball presentation
- •solid local and online multiplayer with user-created scenario sharing
- •modern visuals and fast, skill-based combat.
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Official Ratings
T
ESRBMild LanguageMild Suggestive ThemesViolence. citeturn1search0
In-Game Purchases; Online multiplayer / user-generated content sharing. citeturn1search0turn0search1
12
PEGIViolenceBad languageIn-Game Purchases. citeturn3search2turn3search5
Age Recommendations
ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not recommended — gameplay is fast, competitive, and contains mild language/suggestive themes.ℹ️Ages 6-8
Generally not recommended. If allowed, play only in supervised local sessions and with in-game purchases disabled or blocked.ℹ️Ages 9-12
Playable with parental guidance. Suitable for experienced players in this age group but restrict online play and spending; watch for occasional mild language and suggestive jokes.ℹ️Ages 13-15
Appropriate — ESRB-rated T (Teen). Teens can enjoy online and competitive modes but should be reminded about spending (DLC/season pass) and online behavior.ℹ️Ages 16-18
Appropriate for full access. Be aware of optional paid content and online interaction risks; recommended to use platform parental controls to limit purchases if desired.Help us rate the next game
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