The Dragon Ball franchise has once again demonstrated its enduring appeal with the release of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, the latest installment in the Budokai Tenkaichi series. Launching on October 11, 2024, the game achieved a remarkable milestone by selling over 3 million copies within its first 24 hours on the market. (thesun.ie) Dominating Steam and Surpassing Rivals The game’s success is further highlighted by its performance on Steam, where it became the platform’s best-selling title and reached a peak of 122,554 concurrent players. This achievement surpasses the launch numbers of other major fighting games, including Mortal Kombat 1 and Street Fighter 6. An Expansive Roster and Critical Acclaim Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero offers players an extensive roster of over 180 playable characters from various arcs of the Dragon Ball universe, including Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Super, and Dragon Ball GT. The game has received positive critical acclaim, boasting an 83 rating on Metacritic for its Xbox version, and has garnered “Very Positive” feedback from over 23,000 user reviews on Steam. Synergy with Dragon Ball Daima The game’s release coincides with a significant moment for the Dragon Ball franchise, as the new anime series Dragon Ball Daima premiered on October 18, 2024, and is available for streaming on Netflix. This synergy between the game and the anime series has undoubtedly contributed to the heightened excitement and engagement within the Dragon Ball community. Latest Dragon Ball Game Available on Multiple Platforms Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is available on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, allowing a wide audience to experience the latest chapter in the Dragon Ball gaming saga. The game’s impressive sales figures and positive reception underscore the franchise’s enduring popularity and its ability to captivate both long-time fans and newcomers alike. For more information and updates on Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, visit the official Bandai Namco website.