The Ultimate Power Unleashed: Experience the Epic 'Dragon Ball Z: Vegeta' Game!
Unleash the power of Vegeta in his own thrilling video game! Move over Goku, it's time for the Prince of Saiyans to shine Explore his epic journey, unlock his hidden potential, and dominate the Dragon Ball Z universe like never before!
Highlights
Vegeta, the Prince of Saiyans, is a compelling character who deserves his own Dragon Ball Z video game.
Most Dragon Ball Z games have centered around Goku's narrative, resulting in a dearth of diversity within the franchise.
A game dedicated to Vegeta would provide a fresh outlook, enabling players to delve into his transformation from a villain to a hero and delve into his growth and training.
Dragon Ball Z video games have played a significant role in the gaming industry for more than three decades. Although these games didn't gain popularity in the Western world until the 1990s, they have been a staple in Japanese gaming since 1986, starting with the release of Dragon Ball: Dragon Daihikyo for the Super Vision. While most Dragon Ball Z video games have focused on Goku's journey, the main protagonist of the manga and anime, there is another character who deserves his own spotlight. Vegeta, the Prince of Saiyans, possesses a captivating story arc that is arguably more intriguing, complex, and poignant than Goku's. It is high time that Vegeta receives the same treatment as Goku in games like Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot.
Within the Dragon Ball franchise, Dragon Ball Z expands on the story of Goku, a Saiyan who arrives on Earth and becomes its primary defender. The series is divided into various Sagas, each following a specific story arc and presenting a core villain or group of villains to overcome. In the first arc, known as the Saiyan Arc, Vegeta is introduced as one of the antagonists after Goku's triumph over Raditz. However, as the series progresses, Vegeta undergoes a remarkable transformation, evolving into one of the most multi-faceted, driven, and heroic characters in all of Japanese media.
Goku's Story Has Been Overdone in Video Games
Goku's story is the central focus of the Dragon Ball Z series and has been the main narrative in most of the series' video games. Unlike other anime franchises, which often release games with unique spin-offs or adaptations of specific seasons, the majority of Dragon Ball Z titles cover the entirety of Goku's story, from the Saiyan Saga to the Buu Saga. This has resulted in a lack of variety, as many of these games are fighting games and some even serve as sequels to one another.
However, the recent release of Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot changed things up. It became the first game to present Goku's story in a dedicated single-player adventure RPG format. This format allowed for more in-depth storytelling and character development than any previous title. Paid expansions for the game introduced other storylines, including one that allowed players to play as a young Vegeta. This DLC only reinforced the demand for a Vegeta-centered game, similar to Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot.
Why a Dragon Ball Z: Vegeta Title Would Work
A video game solely focused on Vegeta's transformation from villain to protector of the universe would be a captivating experience. The initial exploration of Vegeta's story can be traced back to the prequel film Bardock: The Father of Goku, where he is presented as the young heir to the throne of Planet Vegeta after the destruction of Sadala, the Saiyans' home planet. Creating a game centered on Vegeta's life would allow for one of the most comprehensive historical representations in the franchise. Players would have the unique opportunity to view the Dragon Ball universe from Vegeta's perspective and witness his evolution into the formidable villain introduced in the Saiyan Saga of Dragon Ball Z.
Vegeta's journey throughout Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super provides an interesting experience for fans, as his meteoric rise in power is primarily due to his own efforts. While Goku's growth is influenced by his relationships, teachers, and losses, Vegeta solely relies on intensive training and sheer determination to match or even surpass Goku's abilities. Vegeta takes on a crucial role in both the Cell and Buu Sagas of Dragon Ball Z, but he truly becomes a hero for Universe 7 in Dragon Ball Super. With a potential game dedicated to Vegeta, fans would be able to follow his narrative while actively participating in his training, enhancing his power level, and making moral choices. This opens up numerous opportunities to incorporate modern RPG elements into the game.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
