Dragon Ball Sparking!

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is an action-packed fighting game featuring a variety of gameplay options that can be a bit daunting for those new to the genre. Understanding the basic controls is essential to avoid early defeats. A key element of succeeding in this game is mastering defensive techniques during combat.

If you’re looking for guidance on blocking attacks, dodge the opponent’s strongest strikes, counterattack, or avoid getting hit from behind, this guide will assist you. We will cover some fundamental tips and tutorials regarding defense in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero.

Blocking and Counterattacking

Learning to block and counterattack is crucial from the beginning in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. This is important not only due to the aggressive nature of online players but also because the AI on standard difficulty can be relentless during battles.

Below are the basic controls for blocking and counterattacking:

• Blocking Attacks: Just before taking a hit, hold down the R1 button (PS) or RB (Xbox) to guard against straightforward combos from your opponent. Be careful, as absorbing too many hits can break your defense.
• Counterattack: Press the Circle button (PS) or B button (Xbox) right before being hit to interrupt the attack and strike back; you can follow up with a combo afterward.
• Strong Counterattack: Quickly press the Circle and Triangle buttons (PS) or B and Y buttons (Xbox) when your opponent initiates a combo to repel it and launch a powerful counter.
• Vengeful Counterattack: After being hit and just before the next attack lands, push up with the left joystick and press the Square button (PS) or X button (Xbox) to counter the opponent’s assault and push them back. This tactic works for both frontal and rear attacks.

Evading and Deflecting Attacks

Another effective method of defense in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is to evade and deflect the opponent’s strikes. Not every attack requires a block; sometimes, dodging entirely can catch your opponent off guard and open up opportunities for your own attacks.

Here are the basic controls for dodging, evading, or deflecting attacks:

• Basic Dodge: Press the X button (PS) or A button (Xbox) along with the left joystick in any direction to swiftly move out of the way of an incoming attack or ability.
• Evading Attacks from Behind: If the opponent teleports behind you and is about to strike, press the R1 button (PS) or RB button (Xbox) at the right moment to teleport behind them; be vigilant, as they may attempt to counter again, requiring you to respond.
• Avoiding Rays and Charges: When the opponent executes an ability, press the R1 button (PS) or RB button (Xbox) just prior to impact to evade their attack; if multiple rays are fired, you’ll need to press the button for each one.
• Deflecting Rays: You can deflect energy beam abilities like the Kamehameha if you have 2 or more skill points charged in your meter; do this by pressing the R1 + Circle buttons (PS) or RB + B buttons (Xbox) right as the opponent starts the ability animation.

These are just a few basic defensive strategies in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. We hope they assist you in enhancing your gameplay. Remember, you can practice all these controls and work to master them in the Super Training mode.

If you find it difficult to defend against opponents, we strongly suggest practicing in training mode against the AI until you feel ready to demonstrate your skills in the combat arenas.