One of the standout features of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is its extensive lineup of more than 180 characters and its creative “what-if” scenarios. These scenarios allow players to explore alternative paths in the story, like teaming up with Piccolo or facing Raditz solo. This ability to deviate from the original timeline sets the game apart from previous installments. For instance, during Goku’s saga, players can choose different storylines in both the Dragon Ball Z and Super universes, as seen in the episode titled “The Earth’s Mightiest Duo?!”
In the anime, Goku and Piccolo faced Raditz together in a tough battle, culminating in Goku’s tragic sacrifice. The chance to see how various choices could alter Kakarot’s destiny is a compelling aspect for long-time fans of the story. Once you’re done learning how to collect Dragon Orbs in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, be sure to dive into exploring these alternative timelines.
Should You Team Up With Piccolo or Go Solo?
Discover an Alternate Storyline
For seasoned fans of Dragon Ball diving into Sparking Zero, opting not to team up with Piccolo offers a thrilling “what-if” scenario titled “Raditz vs. The Turtle School“, allowing Goku to join forces with Krillin instead. If you’re looking to switch things up and avoid the repetitive retelling of the original anime battles seen in past Dragon Ball games, this mission delivers a fresh experience. Depending on how the fight unfolds, Goku and Krillin may even receive backup from Master Roshi and Piccolo.
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Though Krillin might not be among the most powerful characters in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, his role in the battle against Raditz definitely adds some excitement to the plot. If you feel a sense of FOMO for not experiencing the official storyline, fear not. You can easily return to the episode selection menu and replay “The Earth’s Mightiest Duo?!” to explore the option that follows the established canon.
What Happens If You Collaborate with Piccolo?
Another Chance Later On
If you choose to collaborate with Piccolo in the episode “The Earth’s Mightiest Duo?!”, the conflict against Raditz will play out just as it does in the original Dragon Ball Z series. Piccolo launches the Special Beam Cannon at both Raditz and Goku, leading to Goku’s demise. However, if you manage to defeat Raditz quickly during this episode, you can save Goku in another timeline called the “Rematch and Result” Sparking! episode.
To unlock “Pushing the Limit,” you must defeat Raditz as Goku in the “Rematch and Result” episode within two minutes.
In this alternate storyline, Piccolo successfully defeats Raditz with his Special Beam Cannon while Goku skillfully dodges it. In this new timeline, Goku will participate from the beginning of the fight against Vegeta and Nappa in the Sparking! Episode titled “Pushing the Limit,” which also features Great Ape Vegeta. After experiencing both routes in your journey through Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, don’t forget to replay the episode to see how the original conflict with Goku’s brother unfolds.
- Release Date
- October 11, 2024
- Developed By
- Spike Chunsoft
- Published By
- Namco Bandai
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- ESRB Rating
- T for Teen (mild language, mild suggestive themes, violence)
- Approximate Playtime
- 8 Hours
- Completionist Time
- 80 Hours
- OpenCritic Score
- Strong