Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Features Hidden Deep Cuts Referencing the Anime

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero serves as a heartfelt tribute to the diverse anime series from which it draws inspiration. Within the game, players can discover several hidden references, one of which is particularly elusive.

The impact of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has been extraordinary. The community surrounding the franchise has rallied for the revival of Budokai Tenkaichi, propelling its initial sales to over 3 million copies and securing its status as one of the most beloved fighting games on Steam.

This game boasts an impressive lineup of more than 180 characters, along with numerous nods to the various Dragon Ball anime that influenced its creation. While its character roster primarily showcases elements from Dragon Ball Z, Super, and GT, the original saga has not been overlooked.

Interestingly, a discreet homage to a classic character from the Dragon Ball universe awaits players, cleverly hidden within the character customization section.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Launch — Toei Animation

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero has not overlooked Launch—both versions of her.

This particular reference highlights Launch, a beloved character from the original Dragon Ball series, recognized for her dual personalities that switch with each sneeze.

The gentle and blue-haired Launch is predominantly featured in promotional art for the original series. In stark contrast, her sneezing triggers a transformation into a fiery blonde who is prone to bank heists and various firearms-related escapades.

Although Launch is not a playable character in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, she receives a nod from Krillin in the customization options. During dialogue testing, Krillin humorously inquires, “Hey, has anybody seen Launch around here?”

The likelihood of finding her remains slim, as she does not make any appearances in the game’s storyline or interface. Nevertheless, there is speculation that future downloadable content (DLC) may center around the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament from the original series.

If Bandai Namco takes a bold step, we might even see her as a playable character, potentially featuring a Super Move that showcases her unique ability to shoot.

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