Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 32
  3. Negative: 8 out of 32
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  1. Games Master UK
    Mar 10, 2014
    49
    Dragon Ball Z deserves more than this. [Apr 2014, p.78]
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  2. XGN
    Feb 3, 2014
    45
    Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z is the worst game in the Dragon Ball Z franchise in a while. Too simplistic graphical style, no local multiplayer and transforming and charging your powers isn’t even mentioned. A disgrace to the great anime series.
  3. GameSpot
    Mar 12, 2014
    40
    What ultimately sinks Battle of Z isn't the little fan nitpicks, it's just ill-conceived design as a whole. It's certainly not the worst DBZ game ever released, but if there's ever been a statement that's damning with faint praise, that would be it.
  5. Eurogamer Portugal
    Jan 24, 2014
    40
    The fans should stay away from this game, unless they are prepared for a massive disappointment.
  6. Hyper Magazine
    Mar 9, 2014
    30
    A bland entry to an already bloated array of games, Battle of Z fails to scratch that Dragon Ball itch that its predecessors managed to hit. [Apr 2014, p.68]
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  7. Hardcore Gamer
    Feb 5, 2014
    30
    Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z’s team-based mechanic is what ruins nearly every bit of it.
  8. GamesRadar+
    Feb 4, 2014
    30
    Repetitive missions and a lifeless fighting engine are sure to disappoint both newcomers and fans expecting to relive some of the action the series is known for.
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  9. Digitally Downloaded
    Mar 10, 2014
    20
    This is by far the worst anime/ manga game I've ever played, and a real tragedy, because it manages to look appealing from start to finish, and could well have been a definitive Dragon Ball experience.

Awards & Rankings

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#62 Best PS3 Game of 2014
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#14 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2014
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#22 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2014

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User Score
5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 115 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 115
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 115
  3. Negative: 43 out of 115
  1. lousalx
    Jan 30, 2014
    10
    love the game for the first time 8 characters can be on the same screen and it feel more like the actual show . the boss battle in the gamelove the game for the first time 8 characters can be on the same screen and it feel more like the actual show . the boss battle in the game are amazing and they really capture the feel of the anime series. Also they brought cool customization options like being able to change you characters color, and even tho this is a small thing it feels pretty awesome. I also like to add that co-op works fantastic. If you a fan of the dragon ball series give this game a try.… Full Review »
  2. dpike7
    Feb 1, 2014
    10
    Great game. I think people are just saying it sucks because everyone else is. I thought it was well put together. One of the best DBZ gamesGreat game. I think people are just saying it sucks because everyone else is. I thought it was well put together. One of the best DBZ games ever made. The demo doesn't do it justice like the actual game. Some missions are really hard and that is what sets it apart unlike other DBZ games where you can win by changing a setting. In this game if your not good enough you just don't advance until you get better.… Full Review »
  3. godzillabots
    Jan 31, 2014
    10
    I really love this game! I thought that this is one of the greatest DBZ games that i have ever played. The online mode is insane! And playingI really love this game! I thought that this is one of the greatest DBZ games that i have ever played. The online mode is insane! And playing as Super Saiyan God Goku is awesome!… Full Review »
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