Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is a game that boasts a huge roster of over 180 playable characters, but unlocking them all is not as straightforward as you might think. In fact, there are 47 characters to unlock, and that number increases if you count all their transformations as separate entities. The good news is that there are several methods to unlock these characters, and we’re here to break them down for you.
The most common method to unlock characters is by purchasing them at the in-game shop, located in the Shop & Customize section of the Main Menu. The currency you’ll need to buy these characters is Zeni, which you can earn through battles. However, not all characters are available in the shop from the start. The shop updates with new items as you increase your player level, with every unlockable fighter becoming available once you reach Player Level 20.
If grinding for money in the shop isn’t your thing, you can unlock characters through Episode Battles, which is the game’s version of story mode. As you progress through the story, you’ll naturally unlock characters while also increasing your player level and earning Zeni to spend at the shop for even more characters.
Completing Offline Tournaments is another way to unlock characters. For example, beating the World Tournament will unlock Goku (Teen), while beating the Cells Games will unlock Cell Jr. These tournaments offer a themed character as a reward for your victory.
Custom Episodes and Bonus Battles are additional ways to unlock characters in the game. Custom Episodes allow players to create their own stories with special rules for battles, while Bonus Battles created by the developers can unlock characters like Caulifa, Future Gohan, and Gogeta (Super).
Zen-Oh’s Orders present a list of challenges that, when completed, can unlock characters as rewards. Additionally, making a wish from Super Shenron can unlock Goku Black or Future Zamasu early on in the game. These characters are eventually added to the shop, but using a wish to unlock them early can be a time-saving strategy.
While the game may not provide a clear explanation for how to unlock all characters, the process of discovering and unlocking them can be a motivating factor to explore all aspects of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero. Trying out different fighters and completing objectives to earn new characters can add an exciting element to the gameplay experience. So, dive into the game, explore the various modes, and enjoy the thrill of unlocking new characters along the way.