Some Lucky Dragon Ball Fans Are Getting Sparking Zero Early

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Key Takeaways

  • Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO is already being enjoyed by players who pre-ordered collectible Deluxe and Ultimate Editions of the game, 6 days before the official launch.
  • The game marks the return of the Budokai Tenkaichi series after 17 years, leading to high demand and resale of Collector’s Edition at marked-up prices.
  • Players wanting early access can still pre-order Deluxe or Ultimate Editions for $99.99 and $109.99 to play on October 7, 3 days ahead of the global release.

As a hardcore Dragon Ball fan who’s been waiting for this moment since Budokai Tenkaichi 3, I can hardly contain my excitement! Six days early access to Sparking! ZERO is just the cherry on top of an already mouthwatering experience. The anticipation has been building up like a Super Saiyan Blue Kamehameha, and it looks like the wait was worth it.

A few fortunate players have already obtained a copy of the upcoming game “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO”, five days before its global release on October 11. The Deluxe and Ultimate Editions, which are available for pre-order, offer early access to the game starting three days prior to the official launch. It seems that some dedicated Dragon Ball fans who purchased a special edition have already started playing “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO”.

Excitingly, “Sparking! ZERO” marks the first installment of the “Budokai Tenkaichi” series in 17 years, with its predecessor, “Budokai Tenkaichi 3,” released for PlayStation 2 and Wii in 2007. Consequently, it’s one of the most eagerly awaited games slated for 2024. Pre-sale figures suggest that the game will attract a substantial player base from its launch. “Sparking! ZERO” is currently Steam’s best-selling title and leads the rankings on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. Given this high demand, some players are already relishing the game, while numerous fans are finding it challenging to secure physical editions in various regions due to stockouts.

Reddit user Velmskeet showcased their early-delivered Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Collector’s Edition, revealing they’ve already played the base game and tested its gameplay. Other players have reported the same, indicating their copies arrived early too. The Collector’s Edition of Sparking! ZERO came with all pre-order incentives and retailed at $229.99. However, it sold out swiftly, leaving interested buyers only on a waitlist without any assurance of obtaining the product.

What’s Included in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO’s Collector’s Edition?

  • Base game
  • Exclusive diorama
  • Metallic bookmark (double-sided)
  • Early unlocks and extra playable characters
  • The Ultimate Upgrade Pack
  • Season Pass
  • Season Pass Bonus
  • Dragon Ball Super Card Game: Fusion World cards

Due to a massive interest, eBay has been inundated with ads for the Collector’s Edition at inflated prices. Previously, it was announced that copies of “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO’” Premium Collector’s Edition were being resold between $450 and $650. Since Bandai Namco isn’t planning to create additional editions, the resale price is expected to keep rising.

If you didn’t get the Collector’s Edition, don’t worry! You can still play the game early by pre-ordering either the Deluxe or Ultimate Editions. These versions will allow you to start playing on October 7, which is three days before the worldwide launch of Sparking! ZERO’. The Deluxe Edition is priced at $99.99, and the Ultimate Edition costs a bit more, at $109.99.

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2024-10-06 16:43