As Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero players either learn the game's systems for the first time or become reacquainted with the classic Budokai Tenkaichi techniques, one new mechanic is gaining plenty of extra praise. It wouldn't be a Dragon Ball game without the ability to counter enemy moves, setting the stage for a dramatic switch-up that could turn the fight on its head. While such an action is exciting in its own right, Sparking! Zero has gone the extra mile to give players the anime brawls they've come to love.

Over on Reddit, Global-Tax7862 shared an impressive clip that highlights the Perception mechanic in action as their character, Goku, briefly pauses the fight against Jiren to catch the enemy's punch and hit them away.

The brief scene of the fighters, when the counter is executed, is incredibly stylish, perfectly capturing the drama fans have come to associate with Dragon Ball's over-the-top battles. A new addition to the franchise, Super Perception allows players to pre-emptively counter-attack, nullifying most physical moves and even Ki-Blasts; when performed correctly, it results in an animation that's almost a reward in its own right.

Sparking Zero! Praised As The Best Dragon Ball Fighter Yet

A True Return To Form

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is raking in praise from fans and critics alike with many stating that its presentation and dedication to capturing the anime's spirit is irable. Small touches, like the Perception mechanic rewarding skilled players with a brief cutscene, are the kind of details that many licensed games would neglect to include. With all the particle effects, lighting enhancements, and upgrades to the character models, there's certainly precedent to call Sparking! Zero one of the best-looking anime games yet.

a love letter to Budokai Tenkaichi fans.

Our Take: Is This The Best-Looking Anime Game?

It's Up There, But It Has Stiff Competition

It's plain to see that Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is a stunning game that's up there as one of the best-looking anime games of all time, but I have a soft spot for Dragon Ball FighterZ. Arc System Works is known for producing some of the best animation in the business and seeing those frenetic battles in action is always a joy. It may not be as visually broad as Sparking! Zero but FighterZ is still my top pick for best-looking anime game.

Source: Global-Tax7862/Reddit