Dragon Ball Z: Buu's Fury

 Game Boy Advance
  • Publisher: Atari
  • Release Date: Sep 14, 2004
Metascore
62

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 19
  3. Negative: 3 out of 19
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  1. Inside Gamer Online
    74
    With a superb story, Fusion characters, a killer soundtrack, and a decent (albeit repetitive) combat system, Buu's Fury lets the series go out with a bang. The game does a great job of packing nearly 100 DBZ episodes into a 20-25 hour game.
  2. Nintendo Power
    72
    Although casual DBZ fans may not understand all of the story references, they will enjoy the great gameplay and the chance to battle Buu's Fury players. [Nov 2004, p.132]
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  3. GameZone
    70
    There will be plenty of people out there that will eat this title up, and just as many people scratching their heads as they don't know what is going on.
  5. Gaming Nexus
    70
    A solid, but not mind-blowing game. I had fun with the title, despite very little prior knowledge about the series.
  6. Gamers' Temple
    67
    How much you enjoy Buu’s Fury will depend entirely on how much you enjoy Dragon Ball Z. Although too easy a game, it is still an enjoyable RPG through the DBZ storyline for big fans.
  7. Cinescape
    67
    Fans of the game series will feel right at home, as will fans of the show. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem much was added since the last game.
  8. IGN
    65
    For anyone looking for an adventure that offers up a little more than a few easy tasks peppered with incredibly easy brawler combat across about a dozen hours of gameplay, Buu's Fury definitely lacks.
  9. PALGN
    65
    But those wanting an action/adventure game that offers all the elements needed to create the perfect adventure title will be sadly disappointed.
  10. GameSpot
    63
    The small problems that have been apparent throughout the series are still intact, along with a couple of new quirks that make the game overly easy. Even so, Buu's Fury is still a decent game for Dragon Ball Z fans.
  11. GameShark
    60
    It is actually short and easy enough that a two-day rental will probably be all you’ll need to blow through it.
  12. GamePro
    60
    The graphics and sounds don't help too much in keeping the excitement going - you may have to make up for it with a bit of imagination. [Nov 2004, p.130]
  13. Cheat Code Central
    60
    The controls are very responsive and combined with your superior strength in the single-player mode, makes it feel as though you're playing with some serious cheat codes up your butt.
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  14. GamerFeed
    60
    The gameplay is very easy, so if you're looking for a challenge, this is one of the last games you should consider while GBA shopping.

Awards & Rankings

60
#60 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#8 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#15 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 67 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 67
  3. Negative: 6 out of 67
  1. Barnes1987
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    The sequel to the Legacy of Goku games, This is another quality installment for the series. They really spoiled the DBZ fans on the GBA withThe sequel to the Legacy of Goku games, This is another quality installment for the series. They really spoiled the DBZ fans on the GBA with these games. Highly recommended.… Full Review »
  2. LinkingFatez
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    I've played this game 4 times trying to beat my time lol. This game is the most accurate and is probably the best gba to come out for itsI've played this game 4 times trying to beat my time lol. This game is the most accurate and is probably the best gba to come out for its time. GREAT GAME! I Recommend it!… Full Review »
  3. Vegeta1000
    Jun 9, 2023
    1
    the game is... ''good'' but not great... could be better if there was a side quests, more stuff to do for the village and this game lacks thethe game is... ''good'' but not great... could be better if there was a side quests, more stuff to do for the village and this game lacks the most important thing... ''side quests for villages''… Full Review »
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