Vegeta Proves Unleashing Great Ape Form No Laughing Matter in DRAGON BALL: THE BREAKERS!

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO's early access release has unleashed a furious primate upon unsuspecting players. Great Ape Vegeta, a colossal boss battle, is proving to be an incredibly challenging encounter, leaving many feeling defeated and resorting to desperate measures.

Great Ape Vegeta: The Ultimate Test of Skill (and Sanity)

Boss fights are designed to be tough, but Great Ape Vegeta transcends "difficult" and enters the realm of legendary frustration. His brutal attacks and seemingly uncounterable moves have players scrambling for survival. The situation has become so widespread that even Bandai Namco is joining the meme-fest, acknowledging the widespread struggle with humorous tweets.

The infamous Galick Gun and devastating grab attacks leave players with little room for error. The fight often feels less like a strategic battle and more like a desperate attempt to survive a relentless onslaught. Many players find themselves restarting the moment they see the telltale signs of an impending Galick Gun.

The challenge is amplified by the fact that players encounter Great Ape Vegeta early in Goku's Episode Battle. This presents a significant hurdle for newcomers to the Dragon Ball fighting game franchise, who may be overwhelmed by the immediate barrage of super moves.

Bandai Namco's Hilarious Response

Instead of a quick fix, Bandai Namco's UK Twitter account cleverly responded to the player outcry with a meme featuring a GIF of Great Ape Vegeta unleashing a flurry of energy attacks, perfectly capturing the widespread sentiment.

A Long-Standing Challenge

It's worth noting that Great Ape Vegeta has a history of being a formidable opponent in Dragon Ball fighting games. Veterans may recall similar struggles in previous titles like Budokai Tenkaichi, where the fight was often described as a survival test.

Beyond the Ape: Other Challenges

Great Ape Vegeta isn't the only source of difficulty in Sparking! ZERO. Even on Normal difficulty, CPU opponents can unleash devastating combos, and the Super difficulty setting presents an even steeper challenge with seemingly unfair AI advantages. Many players are opting to reduce the difficulty to Easy to progress.

A Triumphant Launch Despite the Difficulty

Despite the considerable challenge posed by Great Ape Vegeta and other aspects of the game, DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO has enjoyed a remarkably successful early access launch on Steam. Within hours, it reached a peak of 91,005 concurrent players, surpassing established fighting game giants like Street Fighter, Tekken, and Mortal Kombat.

The Resurgence of Budokai Tenkaichi

This success isn't surprising, as Sparking! ZERO represents the long-awaited return of the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi style. Fans have eagerly anticipated this revival for years, and the positive reception, including a 92/100 score from Game8, highlights its success. For a more detailed review, see our related article.