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Bandai Namco releases full character intro trailer for Broly in Dragon Ball FighterZ

Words cannot reach this unstoppable beast!

Bandai Namco has finally released the full reveal trailer for Broly, one of two confirmed upcoming DLC characters for Dragon Ball FighterZ. After his first announcement and an insane amount of teasing, players finally have close to fifteen unadulterated seconds of Broly goodness.

It’s only a matter of time before players break down this brief albeit action-packed trailer and connect all of its references to other Dragon Ball media. Bardock’s trailer cannot be too far behind, and a release date for both fighters should be right around the corner.

I hope that Broly gets a character color that gives him his blue hair from his initial Super Saiyan transformation; he went Super Saiyan Blue before it was cool. Check out the trailer for yourself, below!

Source: Bandai Namco Entertainment

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“Did You Know Gaming?” delves into JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure titles’ legacy and references

Uncover the Joestar family secret technique and Stand Proud!

Did You Know Gaming? unlocks facts and trivia surrounding the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure line of video games, and there’s plenty to discover for fans of all genres. Not wanting to spoil all the fun, here are a few things to look for in the recently-published video.

One JoJo title is the only licensed video game to be awarded a perfect score from the popular Japanese magazine, Famitsu. Street Fighter icons Guile and Dhalsim are also heavily inspired by characters and concepts from the JoJo series. Also, Joseph Joestar did his own impression of Tommy Wiseau from The Room back in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle. Find all of these facts and more in the video below!

(Also, as a side note, when is the Vento Aureo anime adaptation getting announced, already…?)

Source: Did You Know Gaming

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Bandai Namco releases Dragon Ball FighterZ February patch notes

The Path to Power begins with the first step!

Bandai Namco posted the official patch notes for the Dragon Ball FighterZ February update and players can expect a variety of fixes that affect characters, game modes, and mechanics. It should be noted that this is not a balance patch. This patch focuses on correcting bugs that have been preventing the game from operating properly.

This is the first stop on Dragon Ball FighterZ roadmap for patches, two more updates are expected to release next month. The list of changes was posted on Bandai Namco’s official Facebook page and can be found in this post below.

MODES –

PARTY MATCH: Added the Party Match feature which enables automatic match-up with 5 other players to play a Party Match.

REPLAY CHANNEL: Expanded Replay Channel functions (added “Followed Player Channel” and “Search Channel”) – Previous replay data will be deleted

RANKED MATCH / CASUAL MATCH: Added controller vibration to indicate when an opponent has been found

ARCADE MODE: Added “Return to Character Selection” and “Return to Course Selection” after completing a course

TRAINING MODE: Fixed a bug that shows the Dragon Balls collection animation while options were set on “Do not display”

TRAINING MODE: Fixed a bug that made the Assist Gauge recover when player guards continuously

BATTLE TUTORIAL: Fixed a bug that prevented the UI to be displayed properly when player passes the objective right after the beginning of the match

CHARACTERS –

GOKU BLACK: Fixed a bug that prevented the character to disappear when Goku Black’s Special Move ” The Work of a God ” was used after an Ultimate Z Change

ANDROID 21: Fixed bug that prevented Android 21 from disappearing immediately after she is called in for a Z-Assist and the main character takes damage

ANDROID 21: Fixed a red visual bug when Android 21 is called in for a Z-Assist and the main character takes damage

FRIEZA: Fixed a bug that prevents Frieza to properly use “You Must Die by My Hand!” when lying on the ground after his Golden Frieza transformation

HIT: Fixed a bug that prevents the “Super Ghost Kamikaze Attack” effect to disappear when used during Ultimate Z Change and Hit’s Meteor Special Attack

HIT: Fixed a bug that prevents the Z-Assist character to disappear when the main character is damaged at the very same moment by Hit’s “I Keep Improving” attack

TIEN: Fixed a bug that makes a character invisible when both the main character and Z-Assist character are damaged by Tien’s attack “Farewell, Tien…”

CAPTAIN GINYU: Fixed a bug that allows Ultimate Z Change to be performed with less than 3 gauges after performing “Powerful Energy Wave”

MAJIN BUU: Fixed a bug that makes the opponent invincible if Majin Buu’s “Standing Light – Follow Up 2” and the opponent’s Super Dash hit simultaneously

ANDROID 18: Fixed a bug of voice/mouth synchronization when special dialogues are played against Piccolo and Vegeta

OTHER FEATURES –

SHENRON: Fixed a bug that prevents Destructive Finish and Stage Destruction effects to appear with a character resurrected by Shenron

SUPPORT CHARACTERS: Fixed a bug that prevents voices of Support Characters (like Android 17 or Ginyu Force) to be played normally when called into battle

DRAGON RUSH: Fixed a bug that reversed the guard controls when a character is being changed by a Dragon Rush

Source: Bandai Namco

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Fighting EX Layer set to release by end of June 2018, adds Shadowgeist to its roster

Foundations for Fighting EX Layer‘s release and support!

ARIKA announced a slew of information for Fighting EX Layer during its livestream event yesterday, including release information and the newest addition to its roster: Shadowgeist. Shadowgeist is a vigilante, similar to Skullomania, but has an entirely different view of justice. The cybernetic-enhanced warrior seeks out vengeance for crimes committed against himself, his family, and his country by a totalitarian government. The final two characters were also teased, with silhouettes in Shadowgeist’s announcement image.

Fighting EX Layer will release digitally on the PlayStation 4 by the end of June, with two versions. The “light” version of the game will run $39.99 USD and will include all of the fighters in the character select below, excluding the two who are yet-to-be-announced, and five Gougi decks. The standard edition will be $59.99 USD and will include all 12 characters and 15 Gougi decks. (A brief overview of the Gougi deck system can be found here.)

Fighting EX Layer Roster as of 2-26-2018

According to ARIKA, there will be a single player mode, but it won’t be a typical Story Mode, and it will be discussed in more detail at a later date. For post-launch support, there are two different kinds of color packs planned, titled “Type-A” and “Type Gold.” Examples were shown within the stream. ARIKA also plans on releasing the game physically, and bringing the title to PC through Steam — if it sells well.

If you would like to watch the stream in its entirety, it has been embedded for you below! The stream is in Japanese, with an English translator. Those wanting to get straight to the action can find gameplay for both Blair and Jack around the 54:00 mark.

Sources: ARIKA; Gematsu

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Get ready for “perfected” Ultra Instinct! Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 releases launch trailer for Extra Pack 2

Witness Ultra Instinct Goku before his final showdown!

Bandai Namco has finally given players a trailer and release date for the last known expansion, Extra Pack 2, for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The trailer focuses on the upcoming characters, Goku (Ultra Instinct), Jiren, Android 17 (Dragon Ball Super), and Fu, and the Extra Scenario: Infinite History. Each character’s unique skills make them valuable additions to the roster.

Infinite History may be the most exciting addition to the long-supported title yet. During the new story, players join forces with their mentor and battle throughout history — but this time, it may never be the same. Unlike the previous story mode where history was meant to be preserved, anything goes!

The full extent of how much history can be changed has yet to be announced, but if its anything like the end of Xenoverse 2, players are in for some very interesting “What if?” scenarios. A few of the showcased events include Jiren teaming up with Goku Black and Zamasu and the long-awaited reunion of Tapion and Future Trunks. The upcoming DLC also includes an additional 5 Parallel Quests, 8 skills, 8 Super Souls and even more costumes!

There’s also a ton of free content coming to the game as well! Custom Saiyan characters will be able to unlock the power of Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan (Super Saiyan Blue), all custom characters will have access to the “Overlimit” skill, and Android 18 and Videl will be getting swimsuits! All of this content will release next week on February 28 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC!

Don’t forget about the upcoming Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC either! Players who own both games will get access to the Android 21 outfit for custom characters. The release date for this content has yet to be announced.

The release of Extra Pack 2 may signal the end of the bulk of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 content. Whether or not the title continues to receive DLC in the future, there is more than a wealth of things to experience; Bandai Namco has made a perfect example of post-release support.

Source: Bandai Namco

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Get ready for “perfected” Ultra Instinct! Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 releases launch trailer for Extra Pack 2

Witness Ultra Instinct Goku before his final showdown!

Bandai Namco has finally given players a trailer and release date for the last known expansion, Extra Pack 2, for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The trailer focuses on the upcoming characters, Goku (Ultra Instinct), Jiren, Android 17 (Dragon Ball Super), and Fu, and the Extra Scenario: Infinite History. Each character’s unique skills make them valuable additions to the roster.

Infinite History may be the most exciting addition to the long-supported title yet. During the new story, players join forces with their mentor and battle throughout history — but this time, it may never be the same. Unlike the previous story mode where history was meant to be preserved, anything goes!

The full extent of how much history can be changed has yet to be announced, but if its anything like the end of Xenoverse 2, players are in for some very interesting “What if?” scenarios. A few of the showcased events include Jiren teaming up with Goku Black and Zamasu and the long-awaited reunion of Tapion and Future Trunks. The upcoming DLC also includes an additional 5 Parallel Quests, 8 skills, 8 Super Souls and even more costumes!

There’s also a ton of free content coming to the game as well! Custom Saiyan characters will be able to unlock the power of Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan (Super Saiyan Blue), all custom characters will have access to the “Overlimit” skill, and Android 18 and Videl will be getting swimsuits! All of this content will release next week on February 28 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC!

Don’t forget about the upcoming Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC either! Players who own both games will get access to the Android 21 outfit for custom characters. The release date for this content has yet to be announced.

The release of Extra Pack 2 may signal the end of the bulk of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 content. Whether or not the title continues to receive DLC in the future, there is more than a wealth of things to experience; Bandai Namco has made a perfect example of post-release support.

Source: Bandai Namco

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Fangamer expands SNK collection with Terry Bogard hat made with original FATAL FURY team and more

Hey, c’mon, c’mon look at these sweet threads and get back in the game!

Video game merchandise website, Fangamer, has announced new additions to its SNK line of clothing and accessories. There’s a little bit of something for every SNK fan. Headlining the new merchandise is a fully custom, 7-panel snapback Fangamer x SNK designed Terry Bogard hat. There is also a Garou: Mark of the Wolves tee, a Women Fighters Team tee featuring characters from The King of Fighters, and an illusive G-Mantle tee for graphic tee enthusiasts. Don’t forget the new keychain and lapel pin for The King of Fighters either! Take a look at the entire collection and represent your love for SNK in true style.

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Source: Fangamer

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New visuals surface for upcoming Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC characters Bardock and Broly

The fan-favorite film fighters battle for future and frenzy.

The Dragon Ball FighterZ Japanese website now has new images for Bardock and Broly, the first DLC characters for the title. The two characters will be the first released in the Dragon Ball FighterZ “FighterZ Pass” which includes eight characters in total, along with unique stamps, lobby avatars, and alternative colors.

Not much is known about the characters’ movesets or abilities, but their ultimate attacks have been confirmed. Bardock transforms into a Super Saiyan and unleashes a flurry of physical attacks with his “Revenger Assault” and Broly’s signature move, “Gigantic Meteor,” creates a devastating energy blast worthy of its name.

According to ShonenGamez, next month’s issue of V-Jump will give us a release date for the two iconic fighters. Until then, take a closer look at the characters in the image galleries below!

Bardock – The Saiyan warrior who fought through time!

Dragon-Ball-FighterZ Bardock 4

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Broly – The rage-fueled Legendary Super Saiyan!

Dragon-Ball-FighterZ Broly 4

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Sources: Dragon Ball FighterZ; Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe;  Gematsu; ShonenGames; Dbgame_official

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Perfected Ultra Instinct Goku surpasses the gods in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

The ultimate fighter goes from Super to Ultra!

Announced in V-Jump magazine, Goku in his perfected version of Ultra Instinct will be the last DLC character in Extra Pack 2 for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The scan was made by ShonenGamez, and shows off Perfected Ultra Instinct Goku’s attacks and abilities. This new form for the character was also showcased in V-Jump and was scanned by YonkouProductions.

The new form is going to be used against Jiren in the conclusion of the Tournament of Power in Dragon Ball Super. The inclusion of the perfected form is more than a bit of a surprise. It appears the new character will be added at almost the same time he is unveiled in Dragon Ball Super — which looks to be in early March. Usually players have to wait a few months for new characters introduced in the series to become playable.

Perfected Ultra Instinct Goku Xenoverse 2

In addition to screens of the new character, we get a sneak peak at what to expect from the new story missions that will come included with Extra Pack 2. Time Patrollers are joined by their mentors as they fight against the mysterious Fu. There still isn’t a concrete release date set yet, but additional details about the character’s abilities, the new story elements, and other surprises are sure to follow this announcement.

Sources: ShonenGamez; YonkouProductions

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Dragon Ball FighterZ’s first DLC characters revealed to be Bardock and Broly

The legendary Super Saiyans add their power and more in the most recent DLC announcement!

After various rumors, leaks, and datamining, the first DLC characters for Dragon Ball FighterZ have finally been announced! Both legendary Saiyans in their own right: Bardock, the father of Goku who traveled through time, and Broly, the seemingly unstoppable juggernaut with a grudge, will both be coming to Dragon Ball FighterZ very soon. While this still isn’t a complete confirmation of the previously discussed DLC roster, it is a step in that direction.

Broly, Bardock, and More! Resized

There is also news about the long since announced FighterZ/Xenoverse crossover DLC. Owners of both Dragon Ball FighterZ and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will receive an Android 21 outfit for Xenoverse and a Supreme Kai of Time lobby avatar and stamp for FighterZ. The addition of this collaborative content shows Bandai Namco’s faith that both titles can coexist in Dragon Ball harmony.

The V-Jump scan was posted and is being actively translated by ShonenGames. More details will be released soon so stay tuned to SRK for the next episode of Dragon Ball FighterZ!

Source: ShonenGamez