Game Name:

Dragon Ball Z Budokai HD Collection

Video Game System:

Xbox 360

Release Year:

2012

ESRB Rating:

T

Genre:

Fighting

Publisher:

Namco

Developer:

Player Count:

2

UPC Number:

722674210720

SKU:

a8b6f5bacc1db239eca4

Condition:

Disc Only

Has Manual:

N/A

Condition Notes:

Game Description:

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai HD Collection is what happens when two of the most iconic DBZ fighting games get cleaned up and thrown back at you like “yeah, these still go hard.” Released in 2012 and developed by Dimps, this collection brings Budokai 1 and Budokai 3 into HD with smoother visuals and the same fast-paced, combo-heavy combat that made them fan favorites.

If you grew up on Dragon Ball games, you already know the deal—high-speed fights, ridiculous energy attacks, and transformations that turn the tide instantly. The combat is easy to pick up but has enough depth to reward players who actually learn combos instead of just mashing buttons like it’s 2003.

Budokai 3 is the real star here, with its Dragon Universe mode letting you explore the DBZ storyline in a semi-open format, unlocking characters, skills, and alternate paths. It’s one of those modes that quietly eats hours of your time while you pretend you’re “just doing one more fight.”

The HD upgrade makes everything sharper, but it keeps that classic feel intact—no weird changes, just a cleaner version of what already worked. If you’re looking to buy retro games on Retro Games eXchange, this is one of those collections that hits pure nostalgia while still being genuinely fun to play.

1. Includes Dragon Ball Z Budokai 1 and Budokai 3 in one HD collection.
2. Fast-paced fighting system with combos, transformations, and special attacks.
3. Budokai 3’s Dragon Universe mode offers a unique way to experience the story.
4. Updated visuals while keeping the original gameplay intact.
5. Fun fact: Budokai 3 is often considered one of the best Dragon Ball fighting games ever made.