Sparking! ZERO’s Great Ape Vegeta is So Difficult, Bandai Namco Memes About It

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO's early access release has unleashed a formidable foe: Great Ape Vegeta. This colossal ape is proving to be an incredibly challenging boss, leaving players bruised and bewildered.

Great Ape Vegeta: The Ultimate Test of Skill (and Sanity)

Boss battles are designed to be tough, but Great Ape Vegeta transcends "difficult." His brutal attacks and seemingly uncounterable moves have created a near-universal struggle. The situation is so dire that even Bandai Namco is acknowledging the meme-worthy difficulty, tweeting "This monke got hands" alongside a GIF showcasing Vegeta's overwhelming power.

Great Ape Vegeta's devastating arsenal includes a relentless barrage of beam attacks, including the infamous Galick Gun, and a health-draining grab. The fight quickly transforms from a strategic battle into a desperate survival test, with players often restarting immediately upon seeing the Galick Gun charge-up. The challenge is amplified by his early appearance in Goku's Episode Battle, posing a significant hurdle for newcomers to the Dragon Ball fighting game genre.

Beyond the Ape: Other Sparking! ZERO Challenges

Great Ape Vegeta isn't the only obstacle. Even on Normal difficulty, CPU opponents unleash punishing combos, a problem exacerbated on Super difficulty where the AI seems almost unfairly advantageous. The result? Many players are forced to lower the difficulty to Easy.

Despite the widespread frustration with Great Ape Vegeta's "monke hands," DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is a massive success. Early access saw a peak of 91,005 concurrent Steam players, surpassing major fighting game titles like Street Fighter, Tekken, and Mortal Kombat.

A Triumphant Return

This success isn't surprising. Sparking! ZERO is considered a revival of the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi series, a long-awaited return for many fans. Game8 awarded the game a 92 score, praising its vast roster, stunning visuals, and engaging scenarios. For a more in-depth review, check out our featured article!