Dragon Ball: Xenoverse Reviews

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NZGamer
Top Critic
8.9 / 10.0
Mar 16, 2015

Overall, Dragon Ball Xenoverse is probably one of the best, if not the best, Dragon Ball related games out there – and there are a lot. You can replay missions to enhance your character. There are various trainers to go on missions for. It also has time travelling - and that's always a good thing.

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8.7 / 10.0
Mar 4, 2015

Dragon Ball fans will love Xenoverse for its wide customization options and fast-paced action that delivers... and delivers strong.

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 24, 2015

Fans of the Dragon Ball franchise and its video games would be remiss not to pick up Dragon Ball XenoVerse.

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4.1 / 5.0
Mar 15, 2015

Dragon Ball: XenoVerse is a very solid fighting game and Dimps reputation hasn't been let down. I just hope that if there is a XenoVerse 2 they put in some extra QA work to fix the niggling gameplay issues and balancing. They also need to fix the massive online issues that are still present, not being able to connect to an online lobby so long after release is unforgivable. However if you're a Dragon Ball fan then getting Dragon Ball: Xenoverse is definitely recommended.

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Feb 24, 2015

Dragon Ball Xenoverse is definitely the best Dragon Ball game in years, though certainly not without its flaws, which shakes up the typical formula and is bound to shape the future of the series.

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8 / 10
Feb 23, 2015

Sadly, if you've been holding out for a more traditional Dragon Ball fighter, Dragon Ball XenoVerse isn't it. It is, however, a well realised and refreshing take on Akira Toriyama's universe, which allows fans to appreciate the source material from a whole new angle. Accessible, bombastic combat, entirely customisable characters, and some fantastic online functionality give the game a unique identity, and arguably make it one of the most ambitious licensed titles that we've seen in years.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 13, 2015

Xenoverse blurs the line between video game and anime. Despite a few issues, there's tons of replay value here, and fans can finally fulfill their dream of putting themselves in Dragon Ball.

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4 / 5.0
Feb 28, 2015

Dragon Ball Xenoverse is definitely a bit better than the previous game on the PS3 and XBox 360 and does offer the gamer some great replay value, especially when it comes to unlocking all the goodies such as costumes and items. With that said, the game still feels a little previous-gen in terms of its controls and I'm still waiting to see that true next-gen fighter on either the PS4 or the XBox One.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 24, 2015

Dragon Ball Xenoverse allows players to participate in the world of Dragon Ball like never before as they help change the tide of battle. If you enjoy battling it out with your favorite Z fighters then you will enjoy this game.

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4 / 5.0
Feb 24, 2015

You'll get about 12-15 good hours out of Dragon Ball XenoVerse's single-player and co-op missions, but you probably won't touch it much after that. But hey, 15 hours is pretty good for a full price game these days. If you are a fan of DBZ, especially if you have ever written a piece of DBZ fanfiction or made a piece of DBZ fanart, you should probably give Dragon Ball XenoVerse a try.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 24, 2015

A refreshing look at the Dragon Ball universe that makes for some great storytelling. Its hub city is more annoying than fun, but the core experience overshadows this simple gripe.

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Gamers Heroes
Johnny Hurricane
Top Critic
8 / 10
Mar 9, 2015

Over Dragon Ball Xenoverse is a great first step in this generations set of Dragon Ball games. If you are a fan of the series or fighting games you should definitely give this game a try!

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Cubed3
Top Critic
8 / 10
Apr 3, 2015

Dragon Ball: Xenoverse is probably one of the most impressive Dragon Ball games released so far. With all the game content available, this isn't something that is going to be finished in a day. If interested in the anime series or fighting games in general, this is a good choice for a collection.

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Feb 24, 2015

Dragon Ball Xenoverse captures the brutal thrill of soaring aerial anime battles better than practically any game I've ever played, all while allowing us to genuinely enter the Dragon Ball universe as our own character by participating in key canonical events and crazy 'what if?' scenarios.

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8 / 10.0
Mar 19, 2015

All that said, Xenoverse is a compelling game. I'm not a huge Dragonball fan, it wasn't a part of my childhood like it was for many but I still kept playing well past the end credits. The story is cheesy, the gameplay is dumbed down from its forebears, and the RNG is frustrating at the best of times but it still hooks you with its catchy opening video and pumped theme song. A curious combination of fighter, brawler, RPG and dice throws if ever there was one but one that has definitely sparked an interest in the brand behind the game.

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7.5 / 10.0
Feb 28, 2015

The story is silly, but I enjoyed the excuse to revisit memorable moments from the show with a new, sometimes ridiculous lens

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75 / 100
Mar 6, 2015

What it comes down to is if you're not a fan of DragonBall, this score will seem too high. If, like myself, you are a fan, this score will seem too low. It's a game with flaws but it plays very well to its intended audience which, in my books, is a job well done.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Mar 6, 2015

Even though their gamble with the online connectivity and a few fundamental mechanics fell flat on its face, as a long time fan to the series, I found the experience pretty enjoyable all the same.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 14, 2015

Dragon Ball Xenoverse is a pretty addictive and satisfying entry in the series, despite some noticeable shortcomings.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 5, 2015

Overall, Xenoverse was a pretty nice step for DBZ games, and for fans alike. The customization and online offerings of the game keep the appeal up, the combat is balanced and entertaining, and all in all, its a solid release, and good title for any fan of Dragon Ball Z.

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