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Dragon Ball FighterZ: All The Easter Eggs And Anime References
Monster Hunter World Guide And Starting Tips: Armor, Weapons, Co-op, And More
Dragon Ball FighterZ: 15 DLC Characters We Want To See
Overwatch: All New Skins From The Blizzard World Update

Dragon Ball FighterZ: All The Easter Eggs And Anime References

By Kallie Plagge on Jan 30, 2018 07:50 am

Next Time On Dragon Ball Z

For Dragon Ball fans, there's a lot to get excited about in Dragon Ball FighterZ. Arc System Works' 2.5D fighter both captures the spirit of the series as well as actual scenes from Dragon Ball Z and more--provided you get the matchups and settings just right. If you're hoping to relive the first time Gohan goes Super Saiyan 2 or when Goku kills Kid Buu for good, we've got you covered.

Dragon Ball FighterZ includes "Dramatic Scenes" taken from the anime if certain conditions are met. Dramatic Intros play when you and your opponent lead with the correct characters on the appropriate stage, while triggering Dramatic Finishes is a bit more complicated and requires you to end the match with a neutral heavy attack. Click ahead to see what iconic battles you can recreate in-game, how to unlock them, and more references. (Spoilers for Dragon Ball Z, Battle of the Gods, and Dragon Ball Super follow.) You can watch the Dramatic cutscenes in action in our game vs. anime comparison.

For more on how to play the game, check out our Dragon Ball FighterZ beginner's guide to help you grasp the fundamentals. You can also check out the video version with the best tips to know before starting. And for specifics on how to unlock some of the game's secret characters, check out our guide detailing how to unlock Android 21, SSGSS Goku, and SSGSS Vegeta.

Dragon Ball FighterZ is out now for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. For more on what to expect, see our Dragon Ball FighterZ review in progress, and be sure to check out our roundup of important details, guides, and gameplay for everything else you need to know.

Teen Gohan vs. Cell

With Teen Gohan against Cell, you can get both a Dramatic Intro and Finish. Android 16 can't be on either team. Lead with Teen Gohan and Cell on the Cell Games Arena; before the match Android 16's head will speak to Gohan, just like the scene in Dragon Ball Z (when Gohan goes SSJ2 for the first time). For the Finish, Goku can't be on either team. Land the KO on Cell as Gohan to watch Gohan make his dad proud.

Goku vs. Frieza

This is another matchup that will get you both a Dramatic Intro and Finish. Krillin can't be on either team. Lead with Goku and Frieza on Planet Namek to see Frieza kill Krillin before the fight. While fighting, make sure Frieza is the last character on the opponent's team, then KO him with a neutral heavy attack as Goku. (Note that the stage must be destroyed.) Just like in Dragon Ball Z, Goku will take Frieza out with his one-handed Kamehameha.

Nappa vs. Yamcha

Land the KO (using a neutral heavy attack) on Yamcha as Nappa on the Rocky Field stage to trigger this Dramatic Finish, in which a Saibaman kills Yamcha. RIP.

Yamcha vs. Nappa

If you instead KO Nappa as Yamcha on the Rocky Field stage, you'll get to see Yamcha get his (definitely not canon) revenge.

Krillin vs. Nappa

To watch Krillin kill the Saibamen in this Dramatic Intro, lead with Krillin against Nappa on the Rocky Field stage--preferably after the Nappa vs. Yamcha fight, for realism's sake.

Trunks vs. Frieza

As Trunks on the Rocky Field stage, finish the match with a heavy attack KO on Frieza. You'll be treated to the scene where Trunks goes Super Saiyan against Frieza for the first time and slices him up.

Goku vs. Kid Buu

Finish the match as Goku against Kid Buu to watch Goku kill him for good! Goku even expresses that he hopes Buu will come back as a better person. (Buu is later reincarnated as Uub, Goku's martial arts student, who would certainly make a good DLC fighter.)

Beerus vs. Goku

As Beerus, defeat Goku on the Space stage to see the final battle from the film Battle of the Gods, where Goku loses. (This scene also occurs in Dragon Ball Super, but the Dramatic Finish is based on the Battle of the Gods version.)

Beerus vs. Goku Black

On any stage, defeat Goku Black as Beerus for a Dragon Ball Super reference. Goku Black must be below 10% health, and you have to use Beerus' level three super. Goku Black vanishes, and Beerus refers to him as Zamasu--Goku Black's true identity.

Gotenks With Piccolo

As Gotenks, do your level three super. If Piccolo is your party, he will "set" the opponent so Gotenks can spike them. (Without Piccolo, Gotenks spikes the opponent on his own.)

Android 18 With Krillin

When Android 18 does her super, Android 17 usually shows up. But when you have Krillin on your team, he'll show up instead! That's a good husband.

Monster Hunter World Guide And Starting Tips: Armor, Weapons, Co-op, And More

By Justin Haywald on Jan 30, 2018 07:40 am

Monster Hunter World may be the most approachable entry in Capcom's long-running franchise yet, but it can still be a difficult game to get used to for the uninitiated. Whether you're a returning adventurer who wants a quick recap of how to jump in, or a beginner who wants to know how to get started, this guide will help you prepare for Monster Hunter World's opening hours.

And if you want learn even about what the game has in store, we're currently exploring everything you can do in the endgame, collecting all of the Monster Hunter armor sets we can find, and testing out strategies with each of the game's 14 weapons. Check out this link for all of our most important Monster Hunter content, including our Monster Hunter World review. We also have a guide on how to capture monsters.

Monster Hunter World will have a day one patch at launch as a requirement for accessing online content, but Capcom plans on delivering several other updates throughout the year. So far, the PS4-exclusive Horizon: Zero Dawn crossover armor has been confirmed, as well as a Mega Man outfit for your Palico. And coming this spring will be a free content update that introduces a new fearsome monster to hunt, so once you master the basics, there'll be a lot more game to explore.

Find the right weapon

Unlike other games, you're not stuck in a specific class that dictates your playstyle in Monster Hunt World. Instead there's an assortment of 14 weapons that let you choose how to approach your hunt. Every weapon is a viable option, although some are much easier for beginners than others.

Whether or not this is your first game, it's a good idea to spend time in the game's training room to gain familiarity with the full range of weapons and see which one you like most. For your first adventure, the best choices are either the sword and shield or the dual blades. Both weapons provide the best trade-off between attack speed and recovery. They may not deal crazy damage, but they're the most forgiving when getting used to the controls and monsters you'll be fighting.

The next level up includes the great sword, long sword, and hammer. Slower, but more powerful weapons, the combos for those weapons are still easy to learn, but if you miss an attack, you're left vulnerable for much longer than the starting blades.

But the only way to really understand the different weapons is to try them. And keep in mind that if you go into a zone with the wrong equipment, you can always head to your tent at the campsite to swap it out for something more appropriate.

Find some friends to adventure with

Monster Hunter World is tuned for both single- and multiplayer action, but if you're new to the series, playing with friends is the best way to experience everything offered. Even if you don't have a pre-arranged group of buddies who are already in the game, be sure to take advantage of the online matchmaking system: the options let you specify what type and rank of hunters you want to group up with so you can be sure to find the right dynamic for your particular skill level.

And if you do decide to go it alone, don't be afraid to take advantage of the SOS flares. In this version of Monster Hunter, you're able to call for help at a moment's notice when the situation gets dire.

Get ready before the hunt

While you have access to your inventory--and even the canteen--after accepting a mission, you shouldn't waste time preparing after you've already set out. Instead, take care of these three mission prep steps before you start a hunt:

Eat: Make sure to get a good meal with a focus on whatever stat you think will help you get through the next fight. If it's a strong monster and your armor's so-so, get a defense boost. If they use a lot of elemental attacks, get an elemental boost. And if you're confident and you want to try to knock out your enemy as quickly as possible, opt for the attack boost.
Empty your personal storage: Do you have leftover items from your last quest? Get them out of your pockets and into your inventory box!
Stock up: Get the items you'll need for your next quest. Early on, you should be good with some potions, herbs (to make more potions), antidotes, nulberries, and honey. That list will expand as your hunter rank goes up, but it's important to establish a beginning setup that covers the major contingencies.

But where do you get all those preparatory items...?

Grab everything

When you're out in the field, if you see something shiny, just grab it. Bugs, plants, mushrooms--eventually you'll learn what each item is, and maybe you'll ignore the stuff you use less of, but it's good to get in the habit of stocking up and staying at capacity.

If you're on a quest that you know will be easy, feel free to leave things like Nulberries and Herbs back in your camp inventory so you can collect more out in the field. And if ever run low on supplies, you can scope out specific items by looking at the gathering locations on your map.

Eventually, you'll unlock the ability to farm multiple items from one of researchers in Astera. You'll have to complete quests to stock that mini-supply, but that leads to the next point...

Regularly check-in with Astera's NPCs

The game doesn't always make this explicit, but after every hunt you'll want to run a social circuit around Astera. Visit the old man in the Ecological Research Center to update your Monster Field Guide--you'll get prompted to do this on the results screen after a successful hunt if you've found enough new information.

Check in with the Resource Center to turn in any completed bounties and to register new ones. These are the main way you obtain Armor Spheres, which are necessary for keeping raising the effectiveness of your older armor.

Collect your harvest from the Botanical Research Center before it gets full. And if you don't have anything specific you want to cultivate, go with Honey. You'll always need mega potions.

And check in every so often with the Tailraider Safari, once you unlock it (you can access this from your room back in Astera).

Collect wildlife

A Monster Hunter's life may mostly be about felling impossibly large beasts, but that net in your inventory lets you capture the smaller denizens of the world. If you're not sure if you can catch it, just try! The smaller creatures you catch with your net will be made available as pets back in your room.

The wishlist is a great way to keep track of what you need to collect

Hunting down monsters so you can make some sweet pants is the primary driver in Monster Hunter, so be sure to take advantage of the wishlist feature. The wishlist will break down exactly what materials you need and even help you find what you're looking for. You'll get handy notifications when you've found the material for a piece of gear you're tracking, which saves you the trouble of checking in at the smith every time you return from a hunt.

Search for more campsites

With each area in the game, you start with one camp, and through the story you'll get access to a second. However, there are a total of four in each area and it's up to you to find the rest. You can search yourself or you can just join a quest with another player who already found one to save a little time. After that, you'll get a special delivery you need to complete, and then the camp is yours.

Make sure to do the Optional Quests and Investigations

While you might be inclined to get through the main story quests as quickly as possible (and that's the fastest path to getting the best armor and weapons), you don't want to ignore the other items on your quest list. Optional Quests have the potential to unlock powerful upgrades, and they're also the way that you'll expand your cantina. If you want to make sure to get the most benefit from your pre-hunt meals, you'll need to complete the chef's gathering quests.

And unlike Bounties, the Resource Center's investigations aren't completed automatically when you meet those requirements on a hunt. Investigation quests are a separate category, and completing them nets you bonus rewards on the hunt. When you need "just one more" monster part, investigations are the best way to try and farm rarer crafting components.

Don't forget to upgrade your Palico

Your Palico is your constant companion on the hunt, but don't forget that they have their own armor to upgrade as well! The system is a bit simpler, but whenever you're crafting new armor for yourself, check and see if there's anything better for the little guy as well.

Use the environment

If you keep facing a monster head-on and failing, take a step back and look for some environmental help. When looking at your map, scroll over to the "Traps/Environmental" section to find things like Vine Traps, which can incapacitate your prey, as well as plants that can inflict poison and stun. Taking advantage of what's already available on the map can make taking down even seemingly unbeatable foes a little more manageable.

Don't give up!

Monster Hunter can be a challenging game, but it's an experience that rewards you the more you put into it. If a hunt fails, don't look at it as wasted time, but think about what you learned about that monster's patterns.

And if all else fails, upgrade your armor. Going back to finish lower tier sets (or pouring a few armor upgrade orbs into your current equipment), can give you just the defensive boost you need to take on your next quest. If it feels like you're doing everything right, but you're still taking a beating, boosting your defense might be all you need!

And if you really need a break, search for the Poogie in your camp and give him a pet. There's no better stress relief than petting your new best piggie friend.

Dragon Ball FighterZ: 15 DLC Characters We Want To See

By GameSpot Staff on Jan 30, 2018 05:08 am

Hopeful FighterZ

Dragon Ball FighterZ sports an extensive cast of fighters, including many of the Dragon Ball series' most recognizable characters. 24 fighters have been confirmed so far, including mainstays Goku, Vegeta, and Frieza, as well a brand-new character, known as Android 21, who can be unlocked by completing the game's story mode.

While the game's roster is already packed with many of Dragon Ball's most iconic characters, there are still eight upcoming DLC fighters who have yet to be revealed. We don't know which other Dragon Ball characters will appear in the game, but there are many who deserve to a spot on the roster. Click forward to see the 15 character we still want added to Dragon Ball FighterZ.

Though, if you'd rather see all the cool references the game makes to the series, you can view our gallery highlighting all of the game's Easter eggs and references. Otherwise, check out our Dragon Ball FighterZ review and our in-depth feature containing gameplay videos, essential news, and everything else you need to know.

Dragon Ball FighterZ is developed by Arc System Works (Guilty Gear, Blazblue). The game played on a 2D plane, but its characters are rendered in full-3D. It follows a 3v3 format similar to later entries of the Marvel vs. Capcom series. The game is out now for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Jaco

Every fighting game needs at least one character that switches things up in an interesting way. As a galactic patrolman sworn to protect Universe 7, Jaco has been through many bizarre adventures throughout the galaxy--occasionally crossing paths with the Z Fighters. While he's been prone to show his cowardly side, the space cop has ultimately proved himself to be a skilled and resourceful fighter, utilizing a number of high-tech gadgets to get the upper-hand. Armed with a ray gun, jet boots, bombs, and other tools of his trade, Jaco could be welcome change of pace from the other characters on FighterZ's roster.

Launch

Dragon Ball FighterZ's roster is full of Dragon Ball Z and Super characters, but it could use more from the original Dragon Ball. Launch is one of the most memorable--one minute she's a blue-haired homemaker, and the next, she's an aggressive blonde (kind of like a Saiyan, actually). All it takes is one sneeze, which would make for a pretty cool Dramatic Intro. Launch has access to a number of firearms, including a machine gun and a rocket launcher, making her an interesting potential pick for the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.

Broly

While Broly has never been directly acknowledged in the Dragon Ball Z anime or manga, he appeared as a major villain in several films and has become one of the most recognizable characters from the series. The Legendary Super Saiyan is nearly unstoppable thanks to his unbridled strength and hulking stature--traits that would make him a formidable character in Dragon Ball FighterZ. That Broly has regularly appeared in other Dragon Ball games should bode well for his chances of showing up in Arc System Works' title.

Dabura

The demon king Dabura was the evil wizard Babidi's right-hand man, playing an instrumental role in freeing Majin Buu from his imprisonment. Before he was betrayed by Babidi and Buu, Dabura faced off against the Z Fighters and proved to be a formidable foe thanks to his dark powers, like the ability to petrify foes with his spit. Those tricks, coupled with the ability to conjure up weapons like his Darkness Sword in the middle of a fight, would make Dabura a unique addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.

Chi Chi

Chi-Chi has appeared in number of Dragon Ball games before Dragon Ball FighterZ. She's pretty much the only entity that can scare her husband, Goku, and she fought nearly every member of her family in the anime (including Goku and her son, Goten, in order to train him). Basically, Chi-Chi is feisty and capable in a fight. And, being the overbearing mother and wife that she is, she'd make for a powerful teammate to Goku and Gohan.

Dr. Gero

A former researcher in the Red Ribbon Army and the creator of the Androids, Dr. Gero is a brilliant and sadistic scientist. While he has yet to be confirmed for Dragon Ball FighterZ, he seems all but guaranteed to appear given how largely his specter looms over the game's story mode. His creations, particularly Android 16, play a central role in the narrative, and much has been made of the fact that Android 21's intellect is on par with Gero's. This all seems to point to Dr. Gero himself appearing in some capacity during the game.

Master Roshi

Goku's childhood mentor may have since been eclipsed by his former pupils, but as Dragon Ball Super proves, the wily Turtle Hermit can still hold his own in a fight thanks to his deep bag of tricks. What Master Roshi lacks in strength compared to the other fighters, he more than makes up for in experience. The veteran martial artist knows a wealth of special techniques, like the Evil Containment Wave and Thunder Shock Surprise, that can help him turn the tables on a more powerful opponent.

Mr. Satan

The reigning World Martial Arts champion, Mr. Satan is renowned far and wide for his superhuman strength and skill--at least to his fans. In reality, Mr. Satan is comically inept, and he's only held on to his championship through a combination of wits and sheer dumb luck. Unlike most other characters in Dragon Ball, Mr. Satan can't fly, nor can he even use energy attacks, but that's why he would make such an interesting addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.

Raditz

Goku's older brother, Raditz, was the first major villain introduced in Dragon Ball Z, arriving to Earth ahead of his fellow Saiyans, Nappa and Vegeta, and handily defeating Goku in battle. While he only appeared in the series for a very brief time, he was nonetheless an important character in the Saiyan Saga, if only because he revealed the truth behind Goku's origins and set the stage for a much bigger battle. Raditz may pale in comparison to the other Saiyans now, but he was a memorable villain who deserves a spot on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.

Vegito

Like their sons Goten and Trunks, Goku and Vegeta have fused together on several occasions, and depending on the method they use, they become either Vegito or Gogeta. Both are extraordinarily powerful fighters worthy of a spot on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster, but as Vegito played a major role in both Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super (while Gogeta appeared in a film and the non-canonical Dragon Ball GT), he seems to be the more likely of the two fused warriors to make the cut.

Caulifla

Universe 6's Caulifla has the honor of being the first female Super Saiyan. She's unique in that she concentrates her ki in her back to transform, rather than relying on intense emotions, and she achieves Super Saiyan 1 and 2 fairly quickly in Dragon Ball Super. Caulifla could appear in Dragon Ball FighterZ in tandem with her protege, Kale (kind of like Android 18 and 17, since Kale is so much like Broly and would be redundant if he were added to the roster). Plus, she's promised to give Goku a proper beating someday--what better place than in Arc System Works' fighter?

Videl

Mr. Satan's daughter and Gohan's eventual wife, Videl is an accomplished martial artist in her own right. Unlike her bumbling father, Videl is a genuinely talented fighter who helps the police fight crime in Satan City, and she's one of the few supporting characters who's mastered how to fly. Despite that, she can't use energy attacks, so her moveset would have to emphasize close-range fighting. While that may sound like a disadvantage, it would help set her apart from all the Saiyans and supervillains that make up the roster.

Uub

Before Goku destroyed Kid Buu, he made a wish that Buu would be reincarnated so the two could fight again some day. That reincarnation would turn out to be Uub, a brilliant young martial artist from a poverty-stricken land. While Uub would go on to be major character in the disliked Dragon Ball GT, he would nonetheless make a good addition to Dragon Ball FighterZ. As the reincarnation of Buu, Uub is the strongest human in the series, and his eventual fusion with Innocent Buu (who is confirmed for the FighterZ roster) bestows him with some unique abilities that would make him a fun character to play.

Kid Goku

Ever since he was a young boy, Goku has displayed incredible strength and proficiency in martial arts, which would make his younger self a great addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster. Along with his signature Kamehameha, Goku knew a variety of different techniques as a kid that he rarely uses anymore, like the Solar Flare and Afterimage techniques, which would make his moveset unique from his adult counterpart. He could also wield his childhood weapon the Power Pole to help compensate for his shorter reach.

Akira

If we're talking possible joke characters to be added into the roster of Dragon Ball FighterZ, then Akira AKA Tori-Bot would be a fantastic choice. Based on Dragon Ball author Akira Toriyama, Akira is technically the ultimate ruler of the Dragon Ball world; though, it's never explicitly mentioned. He shares the likeness of "Robotoriyama," a robotic character that Toriyama often uses to represent himself in his work--often to make a joke.

Overwatch: All New Skins From The Blizzard World Update

By Array on Jan 30, 2018 01:36 am

Overwatch's big new cosmetic update has launched on all platforms. That means there's a ton of new skins and items to get your hands on--and no time limit rushing you to get them all right away. These new cosmetics work differently than those we typically see added as part of an event with a limited-time loot box. This update adds more than 100 new items to the base loot box. In other words, these can all be unlocked at any time by playing, or you can purchase them directly through the Hero Gallery with Credits.

Among the new items are 17 new skins: 12 Legendaries, and five Epics. Some of these were revealed in the lead up to the update's release, but now we've gotten a look at them all--you can check them out in the gallery above, along with all the new sprays. The update also introduces new player icons, emotes, highlight intros, and more, spanning all 26 characters in the game. Just be aware that these may be harder to get from a loot box than the typical event-specific items.

Aside from the cosmetic side of things, the new update introduces a new map called Blizzard World. This is an amusement park based on Blizzard's other, non-Overwatch franchises, such as Warcraft, Diablo, and StarCraft. It's a hybrid map where teams fight to push or defend a payload through the park. On a related note, some of the new skins are actually based on characters from other franchises, such as Zarya's Barbarian outfit based on Diablo III and Widowmaker's Nova from StarCraft II.

The free cosmetic update is out now on PC, PS4, and Xbox One. A new Overwatch hero is currently in testing, though we don't know how soon it will be released. Blizzard also has plans for a Lunar New Year event and will bring back the Uprising and Anniversary events in the coming months.