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Arc System Works’ highly-anticipated fighting game, Dragon Ball FighterZ, is officially here. The cel-shaded 2.5D fighter follows a 3v3 format similar to Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and it’s packed with Easter eggs and references for Dragon Ball fans to find. Here, we’re collecting all the details you need to know about Dragon Ball FighterZ, from the release date to gameplay, tips, and more.

We’ll continue to update this feature with the final review, guides, and more as they’re published, so stay tuned both before and after the game’s launch!

Release Date

Dragon Ball FighterZ releases on January 26 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. A pre-release beta has already wrapped up.

Review

GameSpot’s Dragon Ball Fighter Z review-in-progress is now online. In it, critic Peter Brown states, “FighterZ is complex and distinct enough to be enjoyed by fighting game competitors, but there’s no question that it’s been designed to tap into the hearts of Dragon Ball’s most dedicated fans, and no doubt those same qualities will win people over who’ve never given the series a chance.” You can read the full review here, or check out our FighterZ review roundup.

Who’s On The Roster?

There are currently 24 playable characters on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster. The game has a season pass that will add eight more characters to the roster post-launch.

The roster primarily includes Dragon Ball Z characters, though there are a few introduced in the recent films and Dragon Ball Super–including Goku Black, Beerus, and Hit–and an entirely new character, the mysterious Android 21, who is locked behind completion of the story mode.

What About The Story Mode?

Dragon Ball FighterZ includes a new story mode that takes place after the end of Dragon Ball Z and sometime during the events of Dragon Ball Super. The new character, Android 21, seems to play a major part in the story.

Note that in any mode, you can opt to use either the Japanese or English voice acting.

Collector’s Edition And Pre-Order Bonuses

The Dragon Ball FighterZ CollectorZ Edition includes a seven-inch Goku statue with a manga-inspired art style, an exclusive steelbook case, three art boards, and the game. Those who pre-order the game will get codes to unlock Super Saiyan Blue Goku and Vegeta in-game.

PC Specs

Dragon Ball FighterZ’s PC requirements are relatively modest, good news for those with older PCs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Windows 7/8/10 (64bit OS required)
• AMD FX-4350, 4.2 GHz/Intel core i5-3470, 3.20 GHZ 4GB RAM
• Radeon HD 6870, 1GB / GeForce GTX 650 Ti, 1GB DirectX 11
• DirectX compatible soundcard or onboard chipset

Recommended Requirements:

• Windows 7/8/10 (64bit OS required)
• AMD Ryzen 5 1400, 3.2 GHz / Intel Core i7-3770, 3.40 GHz 8GB RAM
• Radeon HD 7870, 2GB / GeForce GTX 660, 2GB DirectX 11
• DirectX compatible soundcard or onboard chipset

Guides

We’ve assembled a Dragon Ball FighterZ beginner’s guide to help you grasp the game’s fundamentals. We touch on a variety of subjects, including managing your Ki energy, assembling a strong team of fighters, and much more. You can also check out the video version with the best tips to know before starting.

If you’re itching to play the game’s secret characters, check out our guide detailing how to unlock Android 21, SSGSS Goku, and SSGSS Vegeta. And if you want a leg up on the competition, check out our guide on how to summon Shenron (and get him to grant you a wish).

We’ve covered a lot Dragon Ball FighterZ’s Easter eggs–which you can see below–but if you want to see them for yourself, we detail how to trigger all the game’s anime references in our Easter eggs gallery.

Gameplay and More

Watch Dragon Ball FighterZ gameplay, see all the Easter eggs, learn how to execute Dramatic Finishes, and more.

• Every Dramatic Finish (So Far)
• Even More Dramatic Finishes
• Every Super Move
• Goku Black, Beerus, and Hit Gameplay in 4K
• Open Beta Livestream
• How to Watch Dragon Ball
• The History of Dragon Ball Video Games

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We’re giving away 5 PS4 codes and 5 Xbox One codes for Railway Empire! (List Price: $59.99, scroll down below to enter)

In Railway Empire, you will create an elaborate and wide-ranging rail network, purchase over 40 different trains modeled in extraordinary detail, and buy or build railway stations, maintenance buildings, factories, and tourist attractions to keep your travel network ahead of the competition.

Competition ends Sunday, February 4 at 9:00PM PT. Ten (10) winners will be emailed. Entry is open to USA residents only on PS4 and worldwide on Xbox One. No purchase necessary.

Enter below (the additional entries are OPTIONAL to increase your chances of winning):

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We’re giving away Dragon Ball FighterZ CollectorZ Edition on Xbox One! (List Price: $139.99, scroll down below to enter.)

Dragon Ball FighterZ CollectorZ Edition includes:

• A copy of Dragon Ball FighterZ
• 7″ Goku statue with exclusive “Manga Dimension” coloring
• Exclusive STEELBOOK
• Three Art Boards
• A CollectorZ box to house all the items listed above

Competition ends Friday, February 2nd at 11:00AM PT. One (1) winner will be chosen. Entry is open to USA residents only. No purchase necessary.

Enter below (the additional entries are OPTIONAL to increase your chances of winning):

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Monster Hunter has always been an intimidating series to dive into. Although the community surrounding it is quite friendly and helpful, the games themselves often lack the kind of assistance that a newcomer requires to fully grasp what’s going on. Monster Hunter World makes strides in that direction, but going in with an idea of what to expect will make the entire experience much easier to deal with.

In the video above, we run through some beginner’s tips that will help you to get started, whether you’re a newcomer to the series or a lapsed played who’s forgotten some of the essentials. Although every weapon is viable, some are friendlier to those just getting acquainted with the series. And something like pre-hunt preparation, while not the sexiest-sounding activity in the world, is essential to excelling at the game. We also have a text-based Monster Hunter World beginner’s guide that will walk you through all the key information you should have before playing.

As noted above, World does a better job of welcoming in new players than past titles, but that’s not its only improvement. It also features much larger and more beautiful environments, thanks to being built for current-gen consoles and PC (the PS4 Pro and Xbox One X experience is particularly nice). There are also smaller quality-of-life improvements that are extremely welcome, such as the addition of scoutflies, which make the process of locating and tracking your target much easier.

You can read all about the game in our Monster Hunter World review. The game is out now on PS4 and Xbox One, with players on the former platform already able to get exclusive Horizon: Zero Dawn-themed content. You can also check out World’s high-level armor and Palico gear.

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Monster Hunter World‘s release date has come around fast, with just hours left until the game is playable around the world on both PS4 and Xbox One. A PC release is coming later this year, but until then it’s just console players who can enjoy the open-world action.

But how enjoyable is it? You might already have an idea if you’ve joined in one of the game’s multiple PS4 betas. Now, however, reviews of the full game have begun to go live around the world. In our verdict, we said World is “likely the biggest and best that the franchise has ever been.” Check out our in-depth thoughts in our Monster Hunter World review. Alternatively, read on for a selection of other critics’ reviews, or head over to GameSpot sister site Metacritic for a wider view of critical reception.

• Game: Monster Hunter World
• Developer / Publisher: Capcom
• Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC
• Release date: Out now (PS4, Xbox One) / 2018 (PC)
• Price: US $60 / £50 / AU $110

GameSpot — 8/10

“Ever since the title was first announced last year, it was clear that Capcom was gunning for something grander than Monster Hunter Generations. It has succeeded, and this is likely the biggest and best that the franchise has ever been. It’s not just the comparative depth of the narrative; it also boasts almost seamless integration between combat systems that were previously incomprehensible for amateurs. The Monster Hunter formula has definitely honed its claws, and all the above factors play their part in making Monster Hunter World a meaningful evolution for the series at large.” — Ginny Woo [Full review]

IGN — 9.5/10

“Whether or not it’s the best, this is certainly the most audacious Monster Hunter game. World takes a dramatic leap into a look, feel, and size that feels truly new, simultaneously staying true to the series’ ideals by maintaining the addictive loop of combat, intimidating monsters and meaningful upgrades that fans love. The sheer depth and commitment required is still intense, but it clearly isn’t Capcom’s aim to court a casual crowd. This is as all-consuming and incredible a ride as ever.” — Joe Skrebels [Full review]

Eurogamer — Essential

“Invest a little, though, and you’ll get an awful lot back. The truth of Monster Hunter–and arguably its greatest strength–is that you’re never truly its master, and that every player, be they novice or veteran, is always learning something new. Monster Hunter World sees 13 years of evolution come crashing together with some new influences to create a very exciting breed of beast. This has always been a superlative series; with the release of World, it’s only become easier to see that’s an undoubtable truth.” — Martin Robinson [Full review]

GamesBeat — 90/100

“Monster Hunter World is one of the more rewarding action role-playing games I’ve played in recent years. The game is enjoyable either solo or with other players, and it manages to take advantage of modern hardware to envelop you in a beautiful world. I never got into Monster Hunter before, but now I can’t wait for this game to officially be out so I have more people to play with.” — Mike Minotti [Full review]

Destructoid — 9/10

“If you’ve been skipping out on Monster Hunter games for a while because they seem to blend together, jumping into World is your chance to get in. Just know that Capcom hasn’t really shaken up the formula enough to piss off veterans or appeal to people who don’t welcome grinding with open arms.” — Chris Carter [Full review]

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Monster Hunter World is now available worldwide on PS4 and Xbox One, and alongside it, Capcom has released an important day-one patch for the game. Not only will you need to install the update if you’d like to play online with other players, it’s required in order to receive any of Monster Hunter World’s downloadable content, including the bonus items Capcom offered with pre-orders.

After installing the day-one patch, which weighs in at approximately 815 MB, you’ll be able to claim rewards from the Housekeeper in your room in Astera. If you pre-ordered the title digitally, you’ll have to download your bonus items (the Origin set and Fair Wind Charm) from the PlayStation or Xbox Stores. Once the items have been downloaded, launch Monster Hunter World and talk to your Housekeeper. Select the “Claim Bonuses” option and the items will appear in your Equipment Box.

Those who purchased the Monster Hunter World Digital Deluxe edition will receive their items automatically, while the Collector’s edition includes a download code for its bonus content. If you missed out on either but would still like to get your hands on their bonuses, you can purchase the Deluxe Kit, which contains the same items as the Deluxe edition (excluding its Weapon avatars), from your console’s respective digital store and follow the above process to claim them.

Those who participated in the PS4-exclusive Monster Hunter World beta tests and completed each mission can also claim a special Camouflage Face Paint and Commendations Packs as a reward. To receive the items, launch Monster Hunter World with the same PSN ID you used during the beta, then speak to the Housekeeper and claim your bonuses. The Commendations Packs will be added to your Item Box, while the Camouflage Face Paint will appear as a new option in the Change Appearance menu in your Equipment Box. Additionally, PS4 players will need to install the day-one update to take on the exclusive quest to get Horizon Zero Dawn DLC armor.

You can read more about the title in our Monster Hunter World review. Even if you’re new to the action-RPG series, we explain why Monster Hunter World is a great starting place for newcomers. We’ve also put together a Monster Hunter World beginner’s guide to help ease you into the title. Monster Hunter World is also in development for PC, though that version won’t be released until this fall.

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Twitch has announced the next game to go free with its Prime scheme. Headlander, a Metroid-style game from Psychonauts and Brutal Legend developer Double Fine, is now free on PC for those who subscribe to Twitch Prime.

Twitch’s announcement blog did not state when the game would go back to its usual price of $20 / £15. Previous Twitch Prime free games have been free for as little as just a few days, so be sure to grab this one fast–check it out here. It’s free to anyone with a Twitch Prime membership, and that includes anyone who subscribes to Amazon Prime.

Headlander launched for PC, PS4, and Xbox One in July 2016. It’s a retro-futuristic side-scroller, and was met with a positive critical reception upon its release. In our review, critic Peter Brown awarded the game an 8/10.

“The 10 or so hours it takes to beat Headlander are packed with glimmering visual effects and great tunes that range from light-hearted lounge music to overbearing synth tracks,” he wrote. “It’s a weird and infectious world that feels like the perfect playground for Headlander’s quirky and engaging action. Minus one boss fight and an odd instance of major slow-down in a treacherous labyrinth filled with bouncing lasers, there’s rarely a bump in the road that proves significant enough to disrupt the joys of flying around as a head, decapitating robots, and taking over bodies against the game’s absurd and colorful backdrop.

“From its odd mechanics to its captivating presentation, Headlander’s parallels to Metroid bubble under the surface; it’s the game’s fresh qualities that grab your attention and make it one of the most delightful takes on the well-worn formula in years.” For more on the game, check out our full Headlander review.

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Ubisoft says it plans to add PS4 Pro and Xbox One X support to Rainbow Six Siege–it just doesn’t know when. Responding to a fan on Twitter, the company said support for the two upgraded consoles “is definitely on our road map” for future updates, but that it does “not have an ETA.”

Understandably, the developer is likely busy with many more Siege updates. Year 3’s first Season of content is on its way, bringing two new characters and a new co-op event called Outbreak. The game’s mid-season reinforcements patch also dropped this week, introducing a variety of buffs and nerfs to individual Operators.

As detailed earlier this month, patch 4.2 primarily deals with balance changes. Concussion effects are being reduced, and they’ll no longer disable sprinting, a change that impacts both Ela and Zofia. Ela also takes a hit to SMG’s magazine size, which drops from 50 to 40 bullets. Ash also sees a nerf to the damage done by her R4-C rifle, while Twitch’s Shock Drone ammo drops significantly, from 15 to five. Additionally, Bandit gets one fewer barbed wire to deploy.

In terms of buffs, Lesion’s Gu mines will now refill more quickly, and Capitao’s Para-308 sees a damage boost. Pray for Lord Tachanka.

With Year 3 of DLC nearly upon us, Ubisoft has decided to change the editions of Siege available to buy. The Starter edition is remaining unchanged, but the Standard edition is disappearing, seemingly to be replaced by a new, more expensive version called the Advanced edition. The Advanced edition is $20 more than the Standard one in the US, though it does include 600 R6 Credits and 10 Outbreak Packs–loot boxes that contain cosmetic items. It’s unclear if this will now be the cheapest way to buy Siege on consoles; we’ve contacted Ubisoft for clarification.

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Sea of Thieves’ Xbox One and PC beta has experienced some problems since it started earlier this week, with some players unable to access the trial at all until very recently. In response, developer Rare has now extended the game’s beta by two days; the test period will now end on Wednesday, January 31 at midnight PT / 3 AM ET / 8 AM GMT / 6 PM AEST.

Regarding the issues themselves–which have seen some users met with a “too early” message, denying them entry to the beta–Rare says it has deployed a fix that is “unfortunately taking longer than anticipated to reach all affected players.” The company has apologized for the delay and says it is still working on returning normal service to all players.

For those who manage to take part in the beta, Rare says it has crafted a tailored experience for the trial “that offers a true taste of the pirate life,” rather than simply featuring a portion of the full game. Like the Sea of Thieves technical alpha that took place back in December, the closed beta is only available to those who either joined the Sea of Thieves Insider Program prior to December 1, 2017 or pre-ordered the game. Players who fell into the latter camp received the beta automatically if they pre-ordered Sea of Thieves digitally, while those who reserved the title at retail had to redeem a code in order to install the beta.

Sea of Thieves launches for Xbox One and PC on March 20 and will support cross-play between the two platforms. Ahead of the game’s release, Microsoft will sell a limited quantity of cool-looking Sea of Thieves Xbox One controllers, which come with a Ferryman Clothing DLC set and 14-day trials for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass. Microsoft also announced that Sea of Thieves will be the first Xbox One-exclusive available on Game Pass the day it launches.

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Monster Hunter World‘s release date has come around fast, with just hours left until the game is playable around the world on both PS4 and Xbox One. A PC release is coming later this year, but until then it’s just console players who can enjoy the open-world action.

But how enjoyable is it? You might already have an idea if you’ve joined in one of the game’s multiple PS4 betas. Now, however, reviews of the full game have begun to go live around the world. In our verdict, we said World is “likely the biggest and best that the franchise has ever been.” Check out our in-depth thoughts in our Monster Hunter World review. Alternatively, read on for a selection of other critics’ reviews, or head over to GameSpot sister site Metacritic for a wider view of critical reception.

• Game: Monster Hunter World
• Developer / Publisher: Capcom
• Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC
• Release date: Out now (PS4, Xbox One) / 2018 (PC)
• Price: US $60 / £50 / AU $110

GameSpot — 8/10

“Ever since the title was first announced last year, it was clear that Capcom was gunning for something grander than Monster Hunter Generations. It has succeeded, and this is likely the biggest and best that the franchise has ever been. It’s not just the comparative depth of the narrative; it also boasts almost seamless integration between combat systems that were previously incomprehensible for amateurs. The Monster Hunter formula has definitely honed its claws, and all the above factors play their part in making Monster Hunter World a meaningful evolution for the series at large.” — Ginny Woo [Full review]

IGN — 9.5/10

“Whether or not it’s the best, this is certainly the most audacious Monster Hunter game. World takes a dramatic leap into a look, feel, and size that feels truly new, simultaneously staying true to the series’ ideals by maintaining the addictive loop of combat, intimidating monsters and meaningful upgrades that fans love. The sheer depth and commitment required is still intense, but it clearly isn’t Capcom’s aim to court a casual crowd. This is as all-consuming and incredible a ride as ever.” — Joe Skrebels [Full review]

Eurogamer — Essential

“Invest a little, though, and you’ll get an awful lot back. The truth of Monster Hunter–and arguably its greatest strength–is that you’re never truly its master, and that every player, be they novice or veteran, is always learning something new. Monster Hunter World sees 13 years of evolution come crashing together with some new influences to create a very exciting breed of beast. This has always been a superlative series; with the release of World, it’s only become easier to see that’s an undoubtable truth.” — Martin Robinson [Full review]

GamesBeat — 90/100

“Monster Hunter World is one of the more rewarding action role-playing games I’ve played in recent years. The game is enjoyable either solo or with other players, and it manages to take advantage of modern hardware to envelop you in a beautiful world. I never got into Monster Hunter before, but now I can’t wait for this game to officially be out so I have more people to play with.” — Mike Minotti [Full review]

Destructoid — 9/10

“If you’ve been skipping out on Monster Hunter games for a while because they seem to blend together, jumping into World is your chance to get in. Just know that Capcom hasn’t really shaken up the formula enough to piss off veterans or appeal to people who don’t welcome grinding with open arms.” — Chris Carter [Full review]

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