Ape Vegeta Overpowers! Bandai Namco Jokes About Difficulty

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO's early access release has unleashed a formidable foe: Great Ape Vegeta. This colossal ape is proving to be an unexpectedly brutal challenge, leaving players bruised and begging for mercy.

Great Ape Vegeta: The Ultimate Test of Skill (and Sanity)

Boss battles are meant to be challenging, but Great Ape Vegeta transcends mere difficulty; he's a force of nature. His devastating attacks, including the infamous Galick Gun and a health-shredding grab, transform the fight into a desperate survival scenario. Players are resorting to immediate restarts upon seeing the Galick Gun charge-up, a testament to his overwhelming power. This early encounter in Goku's Episode Battle presents a significant hurdle for newcomers to the Dragon Ball fighting game franchise, often beginning with a relentless barrage of super moves.

Bandai Namco Joins the Meme Frenzy

Instead of a quick fix, Bandai Namco embraced the player outcry with humor. Their UK Twitter account perfectly captured the sentiment with a meme: "This monke got hands," accompanied by a GIF showcasing Vegeta's overwhelming offensive might. This acknowledges the difficulty while playfully acknowledging the community's shared experience.

The challenge isn't entirely unprecedented. Veteran players recall similar struggles with Great Ape Vegeta in past Dragon Ball titles, particularly the original Budokai Tenkaichi, where he was infamous for his brutal difficulty.

Beyond the Ape: A Challenging Experience

Great Ape Vegeta isn't the only source of frustration. Even on Normal difficulty, CPU opponents unleash devastating combos, a problem exacerbated on Super difficulty where the AI seems to possess an unfair advantage. Many players are opting for an "Easy" difficulty setting to progress.

A Triumphant Launch Despite the Challenge

Despite the intense difficulty, DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO has stormed onto Steam. Within hours of early access, it peaked at 91,005 concurrent players, surpassing established fighting game giants like Street Fighter, Tekken, and Mortal Kombat. This success is likely due to the game's status as a long-awaited revival of the popular Budokai Tenkaichi subseries. Game8 awarded the game a 92/100 score, praising its vast roster, stunning visuals, and engaging scenarios, calling it "the best Dragon Ball game in ages." For a more in-depth review, check out our full article.