Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2
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About Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2
Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2 launched in late 2016 from developer Dimps and publisher Bandai Namco. This title sits firmly in the fighting, RPG, and simulation genres across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, and newer consoles like PS5 and Series X|S. The game expands the original story with a massive hub city and deep character creation tools. You play as a Time Patrol agent tasked with fixing timeline errors caused by villains who want to change history. The visual style is bright and colorful, matching the anime aesthetic perfectly. It runs on a robust engine that handles dozens of characters fighting at once without major slowdowns. This is a direct sequel built for fans who want to live inside the Dragon Ball universe rather than just watch it.
Gameplay
You start by customizing your own Saiyan or other race fighter with endless options for clothing and attributes. The core loop involves entering the Time Nest hub, then launching missions that replay key battles from the series or create original scenarios. Combat feels fast and weighty, relying on button combos for standard attacks and a charged Ki meter for special moves like Kamehameha waves. You can team up with friends in co-op modes to tackle tough boss fights or jump into the open world for MMO-style skirmishes. A typical session sees you grinding through missions to earn Zeni and unlock new skills. The game tracks your progress through 61 achievements, with players often spending hours trying to snag the rarest ones. Controls are responsive, allowing you to dodge, fly, and teleport seamlessly during chaotic fights.
What Players Think
Critics and players have given this title a solid reception with a Metacritic score of 74 out of 100 and an IGDB rating of 73.7 based on 139 reviews. The community vibe leans heavily toward enjoyment, though completion rates tell a specific story. Only 25% of all achievements unlock on average across the player base. This low percentage highlights how grind-heavy certain parts of the game feel. The rarest achievement, "Bye Bye, Xenoverse," has only been unlocked by 0.90% of users, suggesting that specific endgame content requires significant time investment. Most players seem to stick around for the multiplayer aspects or character collection rather than chasing every single trophy. Average playtime varies widely, but many log dozens of hours just to see all available characters and outfits.
PlayPile's Take
This game is worth your money if you love Dragon Ball and want a sandbox to experiment with different fighters. The price point usually reflects its age, making it a cheap entry for the genre. You should expect to spend time grinding for rewards since only one in four achievements comes easily. The 61 total trophies offer plenty of long-term goals for completionists willing to chase that 0.90% unlock rate. It is not a perfect package, but the combat satisfaction and customization depth make up for some repetitive mission structures. Pick this up if you want to build your own hero and fight alongside others in a familiar universe without paying full price.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
IGDB Rating
73.7
RAWG Rating
3.6
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