It’s rare for an anime-based game to surpass the more mainstream gaming genres such as FPS games. But with a trailblazing high amount of orders for the new Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, even a massively famous FPS title like Call of Duty has taken a hit and can only bow down.
Why is this happening? What does this mean for anime-games in the future? How far will Sparking Zero go before it hits a halt?
Sparking Zero Slams Black Ops 6 Pre-Orders on PlayStation
Fans of Dragon Ball are expectantly flocking toward the pre-order section of Sparking Zero in record numbers. All the three editions of the game are outselling Black Ops 6 on PlayStation, as confirmed by reports on X (Twitter).
A user has spoken out regarding the sales of Sparking Zero- “All editions are insane; this game will actually do huge numbers,” while another commented, “This is a win for Dragon Ball and anime-based games.”
The sheer excitement for Sparking Zero has generated a tidal wave of anticipation, not just among fans, but also veteran gamers. The sucess of games like Budokai Tenkaichi 3 and Xenoverse is resounding and may have lead to this build up.
Could the Release of DB: Sparking Zero Signal a Shift in the Gaming Space?
Not only is Sparking Zero topping PlayStation pre-orders, but it’s also making waves on Steam. The game currently holds the number 3 spot on the top-selling games list in the US. In contrast, teh previously hyped-Black Ops 6 is lagging behind, sitting at number 62 on the top 100 list. This stark difference in pre-orders highlights the growing popularity of anime-based games, especially with titles like Sparking Zero that invoke nostalgic feelings.
The success of Sparking Zero pre-orders marks a significant moment for anime games. For decades, the anime-basede games, although quite successful, have been unable to stand at the forefront of gaming industry.
With the rise of popularity of anime itself in the recent years, with anime like Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen gaining worldwide repute, it only seems fair that the long-standing Dragon Ball series have some success too.
Sparking Zero is set to release on October 11, 2024, the game’s rise could potentially pave the way for other anime franchises to enter the gaming market with similar enthusiasm and hopefully, reception. Sparking Zero will be releasing soon, and we might just see history in the making.
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