Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 release
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The game series is adapted from the Dragon Ball manga and anime universe, which is perhaps the most fondly remembered. Is it all set to make a comeback? The crowd went crazy after the trailer for the game was played at the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2023. Here’s everything we know about Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 possible release date, new features, and many more!

At the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2023 event on Sunday, Bandai Namco announced that this new Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 is in development. It has been more than 15 years since the last mainline entry in the series.

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 Update

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 Update release date
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It’s been sixteen years since the last Dragon Ball Z Budokai Tenkaichi 3 was released for PlayStation 2. Despite the last entry being over a decade old, the beloved arena fighter has maintained a dedicated fanbase.

Bandai Namco surprised Dragon Ball fans by announcing Budokai Tenkaichi 4 during the Dragon Ball FighterZ World Championship Tournament on March 5, 2023.

The trailers show a seamless transition from the previous installment into this one. Then showing the combat portion of the game featuring Goku powering up into his Super Saiyan form.

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi series fans celebrate the games for their expansive roster of playable characters, dynamic fight mechanics, 3D camera angle, animation style, and alternate forms. This game has solidified itself as a titan within the gaming industry.

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 Possible Release date

  • There is no confirmed release date however, it is anticipated to come in September / October 2023 for Dragon Ball Z Budokai Tenkaichi 4 at present.
  • The hype for the game will continue, and fans hope for a release at the end of this year or the beginning of next.
  • As soon as Bandai Namco reveals an official release date, you can find it here on Spiel Times.

Which platform will Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 be available on?

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 Update release date
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Bandai Namco hasn’t disclosed the platforms for the upcoming game yet. Budokai Tenkaichi was originally exclusive to PlayStation, but its second and third installments were also released on Nintendo Wii.

The Xbox 360 received a collection including the first and third games in 2012. It’s likely that Budokai Tenkaichi 4 will release on next-gen consoles. However, it’s unclear if it will be a PlayStation exclusive again.

Gameplay reveals Budokai Tenkaichi 4

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 new features
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  • The teaser trailer didn’t reveal any gameplay footage from the upcoming title. However, based on the rest of the series, the game will feature arena fighter battles.
  • Players will control their character from a third-person over-the-shoulder perspective.
  • The trailer’s Super Saiyan Blue Goku suggests that Dragon Ball Super characters will be in the game, and the story mode might cover the series’ events.

Players can expect a large character roster with many transformations to choose from in Budokai Tenkaichi 4. As with previous entries, enabling them to play as all of their favorite heroes and villains from the anime franchise.

Conclusion

That’s everything we know about Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 4 release date, features, and more. Are you interested in playing this amazing game? Do let us know in the comments down below.


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