Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot + A New Power Awakens Set

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
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  1. lesiuML
    Mar 30, 2022
    7
    Without a doubt the story is absolutely amazing despite how many times I have seen it. Game itself is great but not perfect at all. The main issue is definitely to much loading screens... In only one cutscenes you can have 3 loading screens! It's ridiculous! Every time when game switch location it force you to staring at loading screen and you will be staring at it a lot. Apart from that,Without a doubt the story is absolutely amazing despite how many times I have seen it. Game itself is great but not perfect at all. The main issue is definitely to much loading screens... In only one cutscenes you can have 3 loading screens! It's ridiculous! Every time when game switch location it force you to staring at loading screen and you will be staring at it a lot. Apart from that, mechanics and movement are sometimes very irritating and world although it's big and very well made is little bit empty. It's must play for every dragon Ball fan! But not necessarily for anyone who don't know the series.… Expand
  2. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    6
    While I’ve never been much of a Dragon Ball Z fan, I had some interest in this title after playing the excellent fighting game that graced the Switch a while ago. Playing Kakarot, the main thing that struck me quickly was the kitchen-sink sort of approach to the gameplay elements, and unfortunately that isn’t a compliment. Weirdly, as well as the fighting worked in the previous title, theWhile I’ve never been much of a Dragon Ball Z fan, I had some interest in this title after playing the excellent fighting game that graced the Switch a while ago. Playing Kakarot, the main thing that struck me quickly was the kitchen-sink sort of approach to the gameplay elements, and unfortunately that isn’t a compliment. Weirdly, as well as the fighting worked in the previous title, the dodgier take on combat in this iteration is bit baffling but then a melange of other varied what would best be called mini games serve as filling as you move through the story as well. Sure, as you go you’ll continue to take on more characters from the series and follow some side stories, which is cool, but so many of the gameplay beats range from ordinary to "Meh" that it feels like the story should have been paired with a reduced number of activities that were better fleshed out than they are in this somewhat unusual outing. There’s a fair amount of content here for franchise fans to take in (especially since almost all of the original title's DLC is included) if you don’t mind some stumbles, but I’d say the best bet would be to walk into this experience with your expectations in check to help minimize disappointment with a somewhat uneven experience.

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Cubed3
    Feb 24, 2022
    60
    While far from bad, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot + A New Power Awakens is a hard sell for anyone who is not already a fan of the series. Even then, franchise diehards will likely notice the changes and omissions in adaptation to the point of annoyance. Combat also leaves much to be desired, lacking in depth and devoid of real strategy more often than not. At the same time, overworld exploration is surprisingly relaxing, side content outside of side quests is engaging, and the story mode does make for an enjoyable way to revisit Dragon Ball Z thanks to stellar cutscene direction. Those who connect with the gameplay will also be delighted at the sheer amount of content available, from the three DLC packs to new playable characters. Kakarot is a Dragon Ball love letter that often forgets to be an action RPG, but never loses the unique charm that has defined the series.
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  2. Universo Nintendo
    Feb 14, 2022
    90
    Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is one of those excellent Nintendo Switch conversions. Its artwork, along with the soundtrack and sound effects, transport the player to the fantastic universe of the Z Fighters and gives them freedom to experience it outside of combat through a fun gameplay. In the end, Kakarot is a gift to longtime Dragon Ball fans and an excellent first entry to anyone willing to meet the franchise.
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  3. Gamers' Temple
    Jan 4, 2022
    80
    If you’re a fan of Dragonball Z, you owe it to yourself to try out Dragonball Z Kakarot in whatever form you can experience it in. There is truly no wrong way to go when it comes to this game. The Switch version is certainly a value with the extra DLC that it comes packed with. As usual, the Switch version also has the advantage of being portable. The game looks great whether in portable form or on an HDTV. Dragonball Z Kakarot is the ultimate companion piece to have while watching the DBZ anime series so don’t miss out on this game!
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