Summary
Bandai Namco has released a new update forDragon Ball FighterZ, version 1.38, which introduces a lot of changes to the game’s entire playable roster. While Bandai Namco is gearing up for the release of newDragon Ballgames likeSparking Zero,Dragon Ball FighterZis still getting support today. WhileFighterZhas stopped producing major post-launch content, Bandai Namco is still adding things to it.
Dragon Ball FigherZis a 3-on-3 tag team fighting game based on Akira Toriyama’s iconic franchise. First released in 2018,FighterZwas praised for its colorful anime-styled graphics and gameplay, along with a roster of fan favorites. ThoughDragon Ball FighterZ’s final DLC character, Android 21 (Lab Coat), marked the end of major content being added to the game, Bandai Namco has still maintained the game through smaller content updates. Version 1.38 introduces a series of new mechanics, along with giving a lot of characters major buffs.
The full list of changes inDragon Ball FighterZ’s version 1.38 update was shared byBandai Namco, with this update currently available for most platforms, with the Nintendo Switch version ofFighterZgetting it later. Some of the biggest changes being made tothe mechanics ofDragon Ball FighterZare the Sparking Blast, anti-air attacks, and Z-Assist (C Type) maneuvers. C Type Z-Assists now have increased cooldown time, and certain attacks that were previously invincible against anti-air attacks are now vulnerable. The Sparking Blast mechanic has been buffed, where Super Dashes and Special Moves can be performed from any Special Move while it is in effect.
Dragon Ball FighterZ Version 1.38 Available On Most Platforms, Switch Version to follow
Every single character inDragon Ball FighterZ’s rosterhas also been affected by the new update, such as Super Saiyan Goku having a sped-up start-up for his C Type Z-Assist or Bardock’s invinicibility window starting faster on his Riot Javelin special move. The full list of changes spans 21 pages and is available for players to read. The game’s performance and stability have also been improved, and any replay data from previous versions will be unplayable on this new version.
Many players who have been going through this update have found a variety of new setups and super combos in the game. All of these changes lean more intoFighterZ’s already offensive-heavy gameplay. Some fans have been taken aback by how much damage every character could do, with some characters likeDragon Ball SuperBroly being able to shred through an opponent’s health with one combo. Players have uploaded various loops they were easily able to do thanks to the reduced cooldown periods of certain attacks.
Dragon Ball FighterZ Version 1.38 General Patch Notes:
• Various adjustments to characters
• Updated replay data, replay data from older versions cannot be played
• Improved game performance and stability
• Increased cooldown time for Z Assist (C Type)
• Certain invincible attacks that previously couldn’t be stopped by anti-air attacks except crouching heavy attack are now vulnerable to such anti-air attacks.
• While Sparking Blast is active, Super Dashes and Special Moves can now be performed from any Special Move.
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DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.Partnering with Arc System Works, DRAGON BALL FighterZ maximizes high end Anime graphics and brings easy to learn but difficult to master fighting gameplay.High-end Anime Graphics: Using the power of the Unreal engine and the talented team at Arc System Works, DRAGON BALL FighterZ is a visual tour-de-force.3vs3 Tag/Support: Build your dream team and sharpen your skills to master high-speed tag combinations.Thrilling Online Features: Ranked matches, interactive lobby, crazy 6-player Party Match… There is something for every taste!Exclusive Story Mode: Discover a never-seen-before scenario featuring Android 21, a brand new character whose creation was supervised by Akira Toriyama himself.Spectacular Fights: Experience aerial combos, destructible stages and famous scenes from the DRAGON BALL anime.
