Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot

 Xbox One
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 135 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 105 out of 135
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 135
  3. Negative: 17 out of 135
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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is a Story-Driven Fighting Exploration Game featuring the Story and Characters we've loved for years. DBZ:K Follows Goku's tale throughout the DBZ story, from the Saiyans to Majin Buu. With extraordinary cell shading, the graphics feel as close to watching an anime as I've yet to experience. The classic sound of DBZ Music has been remixed, and well placed keeping theDragon Ball Z: Kakarot is a Story-Driven Fighting Exploration Game featuring the Story and Characters we've loved for years. DBZ:K Follows Goku's tale throughout the DBZ story, from the Saiyans to Majin Buu. With extraordinary cell shading, the graphics feel as close to watching an anime as I've yet to experience. The classic sound of DBZ Music has been remixed, and well placed keeping the feel of the Dragon Ball universe with every moment of gameplay. The Fighting Physics are reminiscent of the Tenkaichi Series from years past, simple to learn but takes some time to master. Now you even have some control over your teammates in battle, being able to activate special moves from them, adding a deeper element of strategy to battle. The fighting is just as intense and fast-paced as it should be, lending the feeling of moving at extreme speeds, and hitting harder than a train. The different areas of the game are open to explore, providing crafting supplies, random battles, and side quests for you to complete. The story has been polished up nicely, adding new instances, making some of the moments feel deeper, and removing almost all of the fluff, without harming the core of the story. With original voices, including the Narration voice of Doc Morgan. There is so much more to the game like the community board, where you can gather characters from the series, and unite them in thematic communities to enhance different aspects of play, from fighting and training to cooking and making Zeni! Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is hands down, the best installment of the Dragon Ball Video Game series!… Expand
  2. mwingels
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    The best game in the series: the game sticks to the series, has great quests, the fighting scenes are awesome, the map is huge, controls are pretty easy, side stories are nice, ... really an addictive game!
  3. ENDR
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E incrível como ele consegue ser quase igual a série melhor dragão ball que já joguei… Expand
  4. FelipeBauer
    Jan 24, 2020
    9
    Um otimo jogo tanto para os fans quanto para novatos na serie. Visualmente lindo e com boa jogabilidade.
  5. maxipadfolife69
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Beautiful gameplay, haven’t had this much fun in along time,definitely recommend this game to fans.
  6. ecks0
    Jan 20, 2020
    9
    Ok, this game starts off pretty slow. I was worried in the beginning and thinking to myself if this is how the entire game is going to progress. But after about an hour, and getting used to the mechanics, it's absolutely incredible.
    Graphics are the best I've seen from any DBZ title, and can contend with some of the top current games at the moment in that regard.
    The game play and    Ok, this game starts off pretty slow. I was worried in the beginning and thinking to myself if this is how the entire game is going to progress. But after about an hour, and getting used to the mechanics, it's absolutely incredible.
    Graphics are the best I've seen from any DBZ title, and can contend with some of the top current games at the moment in that regard.
    The game play and fighting is incredible. I am engaged in every fight. Bosses all have different fighting styles and their supers are all different, which requires different tactics for dodging or blocking them.
    The fact it's an rpg and i can go at my own pace and loot around is fantastic.

    i love this game and could potentially put 100+ hours into it. I'm 20 in so far and its addicting.

    The only downside is this is a game based off of Goku. But in the beginning you RARELY play him. maybe 1-2 hours of my 20 has been goku, which kind of stinks.

    But other than that, its an A+ title and the best DBZ game of the franchise. It's a breath of fresh air compared to the other online titles.    … Expand
  7. Drakeula
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely a must have for any DBZ fan. I was on the fence but after playing , I’m in love with the combat and story telling.
  8. TheSupaLask
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    the sounds is good, really nostalgic, great game, my wish is dlcs, db have a lot history
  9. Rmccovin2
    Jan 20, 2020
    9
    One of the Best!! dbz games ever made period. I would give it a 10 if it weren’t for some nit picky things. The Graphics of this game is far better than any dbz game, even better than fighterz, that’s right I said it!!
  10. Rexmaster
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    It's a dream that came true for me, I've been waiting for a game that doesn't quite 80% of the history and only put the important fights of each saga, for me it's amazing.
  11. zTaySavagez
    Jan 17, 2020
    8
    I’m about 6 hours in and I’m honestly having a blast! I truly wasn’t expecting Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot to be this entertaining. I’m absolutely loving the combat and all the cut scenes feels like watching the series all over again. My only gripe in my opinion is the flying mechanics I just find it odd that to ascend you press RT (Right Trigger) on the controller and to descend its RB (RightI’m about 6 hours in and I’m honestly having a blast! I truly wasn’t expecting Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot to be this entertaining. I’m absolutely loving the combat and all the cut scenes feels like watching the series all over again. My only gripe in my opinion is the flying mechanics I just find it odd that to ascend you press RT (Right Trigger) on the controller and to descend its RB (Right Bumper) but it’s probably just me. Overall I give this game 8/10.… Expand
  12. RobertRdgz
    Jan 18, 2020
    9
    Un gran juego especialmente para los fans, tiene muchos contenido y detalles para los más conocedores, sería perfecto si trajera doblaje latino
  13. DaBoss513x3
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Havent had an amazing dbz game like this that sticks to the actual story since ps2. Freaking love it. & I have never put a review out there on anything. But this game needs the credit.
  14. Cobalt88
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    One of the best DBZ games out there! It's like watching the anime all over again. Controls feel a bit much at first but you will find your own way when in an actual fight.
  15. LuisModesto
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    The best Dragon Ball experience ever made until now!!! To the fans is obligatory
  16. twistedarmzz
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Finally, after 2 decades of sub-par DBZ games (FighterZ the exception) we have a game that's willing to let you explore the world of Dragonball at your own pace. Feels like a large world and I'm very impressed with how they've incorporated little details in the animation (when Goku is in flight echoing his moves in the anime!) The fighting, the geographic correct locations of the lore'sFinally, after 2 decades of sub-par DBZ games (FighterZ the exception) we have a game that's willing to let you explore the world of Dragonball at your own pace. Feels like a large world and I'm very impressed with how they've incorporated little details in the animation (when Goku is in flight echoing his moves in the anime!) The fighting, the geographic correct locations of the lore's most famous and recognisable places.

    It seems to borrow the questing system from the Yukuza system with side quests resembled blue "Sub stories"    … Expand
  17. WizzyWizard
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Yes you will be playing through yet another re-telling of the story of Dragon Ball Z, but this is the ultimate fan service game out there.

    If you were a fan of the GBA game Buu’s Fury then you’ll LOVE this.
  18. MajinLouie
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A big step in the right direction, this game is good, it took me 6hrs just to do the stayain saga with all the extra and bonus missions. If you're a DBZ fan your going to love it, if you're not and your job is to critique games ofcourse your going to nitpick at the little things but other than minor bugs here and there this game is fun… Expand
  19. C_Evans6710
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an amazing game! If you are a dragon ball fan you will enjoy playing through the anime along with bonus stories of never before explored canonical content. This is the dream game for any dragon ball z fan. The free roam really helps immerse you in the world and the combat is solid!… Expand
  20. ArmedThor1012
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Seriously best dragon Ball game ever! Critics never truly appreciate these games.
  21. TakeFlight
    Jan 22, 2020
    9
    The DBZ game I’ve been waiting for as much as I’d love it to be more polished still an amazing game so refreshing hope they add DB Super into the game
  22. ELJOSEMULA
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Awsome game, but i need versus mode, tournament mode and more stories like super and gt.
  23. Gomy_tts
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Es el juego de dragonball que todos esperabamos, el juego definitivo de una de las mejores franquicias de la historia.
  24. Fernandogv
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    Jogo ta incrivel , combate , história , graficos
    Muito fluido , sem muitos loads
  25. StarGotGame
    Jan 22, 2020
    8
    Yes this is yet another rehash of the Dragon Ball Z storyline. However while it may be a remake if a remake of another remake this may very well be the definitive telling of the Dragon Ball Z story in video games. So many beautiful cutscenes as well as filler episodes. The side quests while often not being varied enough in mission structure a lot of them have unique storylines thatYes this is yet another rehash of the Dragon Ball Z storyline. However while it may be a remake if a remake of another remake this may very well be the definitive telling of the Dragon Ball Z story in video games. So many beautiful cutscenes as well as filler episodes. The side quests while often not being varied enough in mission structure a lot of them have unique storylines that actually do add to the cannon of DBZ (often in hilarious ways) sadly this will not be a game for everyone such as people who didn’t grow up on DBZ or just haven’t seen it. But for the core fandom this game will be amazing and hit hard when it comes to nostalgia. Overall the gameplay is pretty fun. I’m 37hrs into the game just now beginning the Android saga. And so far with all of the content provided this game has been more than worth my money … Expand
  26. VendonJura
    May 8, 2020
    10
    This is by far the best Dragon Ball game in many many years. I was so hoping to see an RPG game that is kinda like the anime and not like 99% of the Dragon Ball games we had to play all these years which was just normal Beat em up games like Street Fighter skinned as a DB game and had 0 to do with Dragon Ball the Anime itself. Goku hitting Hercule with a 10x Ka Me Ha Me Ha and he gets justThis is by far the best Dragon Ball game in many many years. I was so hoping to see an RPG game that is kinda like the anime and not like 99% of the Dragon Ball games we had to play all these years which was just normal Beat em up games like Street Fighter skinned as a DB game and had 0 to do with Dragon Ball the Anime itself. Goku hitting Hercule with a 10x Ka Me Ha Me Ha and he gets just some scraches?

    I was hating all these Dragon Ball games we've been feeding all these years and FINALLY a Dragon Ball RPG game with quests, allot of exploration stuff to do, several character to lvl up, some mini games and much more. A Dragon Ball game where you FINALLY could train that strong that you could one shot most enemy who are much weaker than you just like in the Anime itself so the point of training makes finally a sense.

    A Tip for beginner. When you are 5 lvl above the enemy on the map, you can finish the fight without even starting it by Super Speed flying into them. This method saves you allllllllot of time lvling up your character from the beginning of the game. If you love Dragon Ball then this is in fact a MUST HAVE.    … Expand
  27. edwardolardo
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    The story progresses as it does in the anime and it's awesome and captures ALL the great moments that happened in the anime. You're basically watching the anime and you will start fighting when fights actually happened in the anime.
  28. hddhdhdh
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is a Story-Driven Fighting Exploration Game featuring the Story and Characters we've loved for years. DBZ:K Follows Goku's tale throughout the DBZ story, from the Saiyans to Majin Buu. With extraordinary cell shading, the graphics feel as close to watching an anime as I've yet to experience. The classic sound of DBZ Music has been remixed, and well placed keeping the feel of the Dragon Ball universe with every moment of gameplay. The Fighting Physics are reminiscent of the Tenkaichi Series from years past, simple to learn but takes some time to master. Now you even have some control over your teammates in battle, being able to activate special moves from them, adding a deeper element of strategy to battle. The fighting is just as intense and fast-paced as it should be, lending the feeling of moving at extreme speeds, and hitting harder than a train. The different areas of the game are open to explore, providing crafting supplies, random battles, and side quests for you to complete. The story has been polished up nicely, adding new instances, making some of the moments feel deeper, and removing almost all of the fluff, without harming the core of the story. With original voices, including the Narration voice of Doc Morgan. There is so much more to the game like the community board, where you can gather characters from the series, and unite them in thematic communities to enhance different aspects of play, from fighting and training to cooking and making Zeni! Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is hands down, the best installment of the Dragon Ball Video Game series!… Expand
  29. DREAKERT
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    Juego nostalgia pura con la musica original de todos las temporadas si te gusta dragon ball una joya que no puedes olvidar
  30. StarGotGame95
    Dec 23, 2020
    8
    I loved every minute of this game. Best DragonBall game since Xenoverse 2. While it does skip some moments from the anime it does cover a lot with some amazing cutscenes
  31. as078
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Absolutely a BLAST! It's been a very long time since I have spent so many hours into a game. I am a HUGE fan of DBZ since I was kid.

    It's a MUST have if you are a fan. This is game is beautiful.
  32. DoctorMojica
    Jul 18, 2021
    8
    By far, the best Dragon Ball experience in videogames. For the first time, you can experience every saga like if you were inside the anime. Amazing soundtrack, great japanese voices and great gameplay mechanics. Unfortunately, a important amount of side quests are awful and slow your experience. If you are a DBZ fan, this game is a must.

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#25 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2020

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73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. Gamers' Temple
    Dec 18, 2020
    80
    This game feels just like you’re playing through the anime series at a more rapid pace. Besides Dragonball Fighter Z, it’s the first game I’ve seen to capture the feel of the series so very well and with a good bit of quality. Dragonball Z: Kakarot is a great companion piece to the old DBZ series. Whether you’re new to the series, are watching it right now or have seen it back in the past (like me) then there is something here to enjoy for you. Fans will get the most of the game, but newcomers will get introduced to the series rather well.
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  2. Player 2
    Mar 2, 2020
    50
    While DBZ:K is a great way to relive the original series with enjoyable combat and dead-on aesthetics, it’s saddled with an open world two generations behind that detracts from the promise it shows.
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  3. ZTGD
    Feb 21, 2020
    70
    My only gripe is that for how much this game wants to be seen like an RPG it never really does anything of interest with it. If the world is going to be big, fill it with quests. Fill it with more side activities. Even if the main focus is combat, give me a reason to explore the world more than just Dragon Ball flashbacks and collectibles I am required to have to upgrade skills. I think the Yakuza games and more importantly the Fist of the North Star game from the Yakuza team shows that the game can still have heavy emphasis on combat and still be a role playing game. Kakarot unfortunately just doesn’t hit that mark.
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