Dragon Ball Z: Super Gokuden - Kakusei Hen (1995)
Dragon Ball Z: Super Gokuden - Kakusei Hen (literally "Dragon Ball Z: Super Goku Legend - Awakening Chapter") is a role-playing game developed and published by Bandai for the Super Famicom, released on September 14, 1995. It is the second part of a two-part RPG series, following the adventures of Goku from the Cell Saga. The game is a turn-based RPG featuring characters from the Dragon Ball Z anime, with a focus on storytelling and character progression. Bandai, the master of anime licensed games, brought their expertise and love for the source material to this title.
Gameplay and RPG Mechanics
Dragon Ball Z: Super Gokuden is a turn-based RPG where players control Goku and his friends, traveling through various locations, fighting enemies, and leveling up. The game's combat is turn-based, with players selecting attacks, magic (energy attacks), and items to defeat enemies. The game's story follows the events of the Cell Saga, with dramatic cutscenes and character interactions. The game's standout feature is its faithful adaptation of the series' iconic moments, including the Cell Games.
The game's visual style is faithful to the anime, with large, expressive character sprites and vibrant, detailed backgrounds. The soundtrack features energetic rock and electronic themes that match the action-packed and dramatic tone.
Dragon Ball Z: Super Gokuden - Kakusei Hen received positive reviews for its faithful adaptation and engaging gameplay, becoming a popular title among fans of the series. It remains a nostalgic classic for fans of Dragon Ball and RPGs.