Bandai Namco unveil Dragon Ball FighterZ

While we're being bombarded by video game news thanks to this week's E3 event in Los Angeles, there's only one announcement on the lips of anime fans right now, and that's Dragon Ball FighterZ.

Taking the fighting game nous of renowned developer Arc System Works and the cornucopia of well-known characters from the Dragon Ball franchise, the two are paired within the game engine used by Guilty Gear Xrd -Revelator- to create what promises to be a visually stunning game that plays well too. To say we're a little excited would be an understatement.

Anyhow, for more on the game, which is due for an early 2018 release, check out the trailer and press release below:

DRAGON BALL’s SPECTACULARLY POWERFUL BATTLES RETURN IN 2D FIGHTING GAME

DRAGON BALL FighterZ  

An all new direction for anime-based fighting games!

Richmond, London – June 11^th 2017 – Leading anime video game developer and publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today announces DRAGON BALL FighterZ for Xbox One, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and PCs. DRAGON BALL FighterZ is a dream collaboration combining classic 2D fighting game dynamics with the DRAGON BALL universe, one of the most popular and iconic anime franchises around the world. DRAGON BALL FighterZ will be on display at the BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. E3 2017 booth (number 1647) in the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center.

DRAGON BALL FighterZ, developed by Arc System Works, one of the most celebrated developers of classic 2D fighting titles, delivers an explosive, action-packed game that combines classic 2D fighting visuals with advanced 3D character models that look and feel as if they are ripped straight out of the DRAGON BALL anime series.

DRAGON BALL FighterZ gives fans of all skill levels the opportunity to feel like their favourite DRAGON BALL character. Featuring 3 vs. 3 battle mechanics, new and experienced players are sure to experience the epic scope of DRAGON BALL as they select their three-character team to take into battle. The game also encourages players to train and master more than one fighter and style, delivering richer gameplay and motivation to take down the competition.

“With DRAGON BALL FighterZ, we are very excited to combine one of the trendiest anime franchise with the world’s studio reference when it comes to 2D fighting to deliver the thrilling fighting experience our fans were dreaming about for years. This new DRAGON BALL gaming experience with awesome visuals and 2D animation from the DRAGON BALL series will reach your devices in early 2018. We can’t wait to hear your feedback!” said Hervé Hoerdt, Vice President of Marketing & Digital at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe.

Players that can’t wait to dive into the action in DRAGON BALL FighterZ’s won’t have to wait long as a closed beta for the game will be held on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 before the end of Summer. More details pertaining to the closed beta will be shared soon.

DRAGON BALL FighterZ will be available for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 system, and PCs in early 2018.

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