Examples of this are the inclusion of anime filler content, such as the episode where Goku and Piccolo attempt to get their licenses; the introduction of original content, such as the new character Bonyu; and the in-depth approach of the content, adding more context to Gohan’s Super Saiyan 2 transformation and more. In other words, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot will hopefully not be like any other DBZ game, so here are 5 burning questions we still have about the title.
RELATED: Every Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Trailer and Screenshot So Far
5. How Much Filler Content Made The Cut?
As aforementioned, we already know that Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot will feature the fan-favorite DBZ driver’s license episode, but the long-running franchise has a ton of filler content. It doesn’t seem likely that every piece of filler content somehow finds its way into the game, yet neither does it seem likely that this episode is the only piece either. More specifically, will the Garlic Jr. Saga appear in the game? This saga is composed of nothing but filler material, taking place between the Frieza Saga and the Trunks saga. Technically speaking, Goku doesn’t have a role in this saga, but since it is clearly exploring much of Gohan’s life as well, it’s a prime contender to help this game stand out. This is especially true, given how little attention the saga has received, with it even being left out of Dragon Ball Z Kai altogether.
4. How Much Original Content is in the Game?
Thus far, DBZ: Kakarot’s plans for original content include the character of Bonyu, an ex-Ginyu Force fighter, and an original storyline for Android 16 and Gohan. The latter is likely how the game plans to add more context to Gohan’s Super Saiyan 2 transformation, but it seems unlikely the original content ends there. With the addition of sidequests, it seems likely there will be a ton of content typically found in RPGs, but how far does it go? If the game is even roughly 10% original content, that may be enough to enthrall those who already familiar with Goku’s story even more.
3. How Important Are The Mini-Games?
It’s clear that DBZ: Kakarot will explore more than just the core sagas and a handful of sidequests, as there have been glimpses at a ton of mini-games. For example, players can drive Goku’s car can happen at any time, but there is also a mini-game tied to it. Goku can go fishing and seemingly even dinosaur hunting, with mini-games being tied to it. There’s also an eating mini-game, tied to Goku’s endless appetite, but notably, it appears that the more Goku eats, the more buffs he accumulates. Because of this, it would seem that these mini-games, of which we may not have seen the full extent of, have a bigger role in the game. Exactly what remains to be seen, but if nothing else, these should add a nice touch of pseudo-realism to the game.
RELATED: Ranking the Most Powerful Characters in Dragon Ball Z
2. How Long Will It Take to Beat?
Many who are feeling franchise fatigue for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot have likely played the various fighting games that have come before it. While these can be fun, one major contrast between fighting games and RPGs are story length. For contrast, Dragon Ball FighterZ only takes about 6.5 hours to beat on average, with the Xenoverse titles taking slightly longer around the 15-hour mark. With its RPG elements and in-depth exploration of Goku’s life, DBZ: Kakarot seems poised to exceed these marks, but by how much? Will it simply fall around the 20-hour mark, barely exceeding Xenoverse, or will it take a more RPG-esque 35 hours to beat? Hopefully, more will be learned soon.
1. Will There Be Post-Launch Content?
Dragon Ball Z is only one iteration of the show, with Dragon Ball coming before it, and GT and Super coming after it. It would make sense, then, for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot to extend beyond the story of Z, but this would likely take the form of post-launch DLC. Seeing Dragon Ball in a flashback or some imagining of GT or Super through the eyes of an action RPG would definitely make DBZ: Kakarot stand out as a Dragon Ball game, but whether that happens is up in the air. Even if it was planned, it’s possible that GT or Super could become a sequel, depending on the success of Kakarot. Regardless, publisher Bandai Namco has given no indication as to post-launch plans, so for now, we must sit and wait.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot launches in early 2020 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
MORE: Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Shows Off New Trunks Screenshots
