Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 53
  3. Negative: 6 out of 53
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  1. JustinC
    Jun 3, 2008
    9
    This is just an all around fun and excitting fighter that takes the visuals to a new level. A great, great game for fighting and anime fans. Enjoy!
  2. MartijnV.
    May 14, 2008
    10
    One of the best games I've played so far.
  3. Grrrrgrrrrr
    May 27, 2008
    9
    Played the demo and was surprised its a really good game. I grew up watching DBZ so this feels like im watching/playing the show. Can't wait for it to come out.
  4. H360
    May 16, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The lack of characters combined with the relative lack of gameplay modes makes the overall package seem a bit shallow, as if the inevitable sequel will feature more content. Even so, Burst Limit is a quality fighting game. Non-fans will be lost within the convoluted confines of the Z Chronicles, but the improved battle engine can't be denied.… Expand
  5. KyleN
    Oct 3, 2009
    2
    This game has less than all the other DBZ games with less characters less emersive gameplay and only a 2 hour story mode and only takes about 5 hours to get 100% complete. worst DBZ game ever ifu want a good DBZ game try Tenachki 3 or boudokai 3
  6. BenH
    Nov 16, 2008
    8
    Very nice looking game. Very fun. However i fail to understand why they did not continue with the "Budokai Tenkachi" style. I much prefer the full 3D version to the side scrolling "Street Fighter" like style. Im a little gutted that the xbox 360 version is nowhere as good as the PS2 version.. i mean next generation consoles.. cmon.
  7. billruller
    Mar 12, 2013
    7
    Dragonball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3 is THE best DBZ fighters of all time. After playing it and unlocking all the characters and arena's, I was hoping that there will be Budokai Tenkaichi 4. Sadly, Burst Limit isn't one of them and definitely doesn't overshadow BT3. However, for a DBZ fighter, its not so bad. This game plays like the 1st Budokai game on PS2, which is not a bad idea. It's gotDragonball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3 is THE best DBZ fighters of all time. After playing it and unlocking all the characters and arena's, I was hoping that there will be Budokai Tenkaichi 4. Sadly, Burst Limit isn't one of them and definitely doesn't overshadow BT3. However, for a DBZ fighter, its not so bad. This game plays like the 1st Budokai game on PS2, which is not a bad idea. It's got decent controls, great graphics, and the super moves were pretty damn cool. But I still hope that there will be a Budokai Tenkaichi 4.… Expand
  8. MrSonicFan
    Sep 21, 2013
    6
    This game is... okay. It has it's strong points such as it's gorgeous visuals (and it's still the best looking DBZ game ever released to me!) and great soundtrack, but to me, the gameplay feels much more slow and clunky compared to Dimps last DBZ game Budokai 3. And this game does not have aas much to offer, for example, Budokai 3 went through every DBZ saga and also covered a bit of DBGTThis game is... okay. It has it's strong points such as it's gorgeous visuals (and it's still the best looking DBZ game ever released to me!) and great soundtrack, but to me, the gameplay feels much more slow and clunky compared to Dimps last DBZ game Budokai 3. And this game does not have aas much to offer, for example, Budokai 3 went through every DBZ saga and also covered a bit of DBGT (Which to me is not a good thing!) and had a pretty big character roster. This game only goes up to the end of the Cell saga and has a much smaller character roster.

    Overall it's okay, it can be fun at times but it does not compare to Budokai 3.    … Expand
  9. badassmofo93
    Apr 6, 2014
    8
    i think that burst limit is a good game. not the best but not the worst. the speed in combat is so fast and fun to pull off. it is so easy to get into. and finally it feels like playing out the show
  10. Chris1
    Jun 23, 2015
    6
    The gameplay in Burst limit is very good tho it has it's problems. In battles in has these middle battle cutscenes which can work good in the story mode but not in online battles. A huge problem i have with this game is that it doesn't have a majin boo saga i mean WTF?.
  11. Abstraction
    Aug 20, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game serves the cake well as a balanced fighter and truly captures the enthusiasm of the show; however, its lack of content makes the whole experience a tad bit superficial.… Expand
  12. MiguelNeto
    Dec 30, 2016
    7
    Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit é um jogo bem legal, o estilo de camera é bom, o enredo é bom (ja que é o mesmo do anime), e tem bastantes personagens, o grafico é bom, ainda mais por ser um game de 2008, a dificuldade é mediana, nao chega a ser tão dificil, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit é legal, e vale a pena jogar, mais se voce espera um jogo a nivel da era de ouro do Dragon Ball Z nos games deDragon Ball Z: Burst Limit é um jogo bem legal, o estilo de camera é bom, o enredo é bom (ja que é o mesmo do anime), e tem bastantes personagens, o grafico é bom, ainda mais por ser um game de 2008, a dificuldade é mediana, nao chega a ser tão dificil, Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit é legal, e vale a pena jogar, mais se voce espera um jogo a nivel da era de ouro do Dragon Ball Z nos games de Ps2, voce provavelmente ira se decepcionar. Nota 7.0… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#86 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#82 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#56 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 50
  3. Negative: 1 out of 50
  1. Hardcore Gamer
    90
    It's nice to play a game that manages to be fun for the hardcore and casual alike. [Summer 2008, p.48]
  2. Gamer.nl
    80
    This is the best and best looking Dragon Ball Z game that has been made. Every fan should buy this game.
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  3. GamePro
    85
    Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit managed to really impress me. It's not perfect but it's a fast, over-the-top fighter that's an absolute blast. The single-player Z Chronicles mode is perfect for hardcore fans and the multiplayer options are good enough that you'll want to call your friends over for a few matches.
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