Tips to Defeat Ultra Instinct Goku in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Episode Battles

Prepare yourself for an intense battle in Jiren’s Episode Battle campaign, where you’ll confront Ultra Instinct Goku, a formidable opponent. Here are key strategies to help you conquer Goku in his ultimate form.

The highly anticipated Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero has finally launched, and it is already captivating both long-time fans and new players within the gaming community.

Sparking Zero features a vast array of online options, but it also allows players to relive some of the most iconic moments from the anime through its engaging campaign mode known as Episode Battle.

As you progress through Episode Battle, you’ll encounter fights that are significantly harder than others. Notably, the challenge against Great Ape Vegeta in Goku’s storyline has gained attention for its difficulty, but there are even tougher boss battles awaiting you.

In Jiren’s campaign, one of the most demanding challenges across all Episode Battles arises when you must battle Ultra Instinct Goku during the Tournament of Power.

If you’ve successfully unlocked Jiren’s campaign but are struggling to take down Ultra Instinct Goku, here are some essential tips to enhance your chances of victory.

When do you confront Ultra Instinct Goku?

You will face Ultra Instinct Goku in the penultimate encounter of Jiren’s Sparking timeline, titled “The Defeated.”Initially, you’ll need to overcome Android 17, SSGSS Vegeta, Golden Frieza, and Goku himself.

Jiren Ultra Instinct Goku fight — Image Source: dexerto/Bandai Namco

Not only are you tasked with defeating all four characters in a single battle, but upon defeating Goku, he will activate his full Ultra Instinct form, restoring all his health.

Since this is a Sparking pathway, the difficulty level cannot be adjusted from its default, which amplifies the challenge of going up against Ultra Instinct Goku.

If you’ve reached this stage in Jiren’s Episode Battle mode and are feeling overwhelmed, employ these proven strategies to secure your victory against Ultra Instinct Goku.

Strategies to Defeat Ultra Instinct Goku

Goku vs Jiren — Image Source: dexerto/Bandai Namco

Once Goku transforms into Ultra Instinct in “The Defeated,”he becomes extraordinarily challenging to hit. He is adept at dodging close-range attacks, making it futile to engage him in direct combat.

Moreover, if Goku lands even a single Ki attack on you, especially his special Sparking move, Jiren’s health will plummet quickly.

While there are several tactics to consider, here’s a reliable approach along with useful pointers for defeating Goku while he’s in his Ultra Instinct state.

Utilize Jiren’s Meditation Technique

As noted, you need to take down several other characters before facing Ultra Instinct Goku. Jiren will inevitably absorb some damage during the earlier battles, but he possesses a move called Meditation, which allows him to recover a complete health bar.

This technique isn’t something you can frequently use, as it requires you to accumulate a skill count of four. However, having maximum health before the encounter with Ultra Instinct Goku is crucial.

It’s advisable to execute Meditation at least twice throughout “The Defeated.”This way, when Goku transforms and regains all his health, you won’t be left with just one health bar, as defeating him will be nearly impossible otherwise.

Just remember to use Meditation before Jiren transitions to his Full Power form; otherwise, you’ll lose that ability and miss out on any health recovery.

Maximize Your Sparking Meter

As mentioned earlier, landing a blow on Goku while he’s in his Ultra Instinct form is a daunting challenge.

The most effective way to damage him is by using Ki attacks. However, trying to find time to charge your Ki often results in Goku relentlessly pursuing you, keeping you on the defensive.

In my experience, I found success by engaging Goku in close combat, throwing a few punches that he dodged, and using Instant Transmission to reposition behind him to knock him across the map.

While he is momentarily airborne from your attack, you’ll have an opportunity to charge your Ki meter and subsequently inflict significant damage.

Restart If You Don’t Start Strong

This particular battle can feel exhausting, and establishing a solid beginning is critical. If you’ve already sustained substantial damage from Android 17, Vegeta, and Golden Frieza prior to Goku’s appearance, consider restarting the Episode.

There’s no shame in doing this; facing Ultra Instinct Goku with less than optimal health makes overcoming him incredibly difficult.

By following these strategies during your confrontation with Ultra Instinct Goku in Jiren’s Episode Battle mode in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, you’ll find that this formidable confrontation becomes far more manageable.

Otherwise, you could easily find yourself stuck in this battle for hours.

If you’re navigating through the Episode Battle mode of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, be sure to explore how to unlock and complete all the alternate scenarios across each character’s campaigns.

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