

Each has their own positive and negative attributes so while you might have a favourite race, you might decide on another that better fits your playstyle. Like the first Xenoverse you can choose which race you want to be, and you can be an Earthling, a Saiyan, Majin, Namekian and Frieza Race.

You can create your own character like you could in the first game, however, the customisation here has been improved.

The RPG features in Xenoverse 2 are as solid as the fighting mechanics. Relying on these simple-to-use combos isn't enough though, as enemies can block, counter, or evade your moves, so you'll have to use your skills as well. Mix and match these inputs and you'll be rewarded with combos that can dish out a moderate amount of damage, however, by upgrading your character's attributes these combos can deal significant damage. Combos are easy to pull off, too: by pressing square or triangle a number of times you will execute a move. Stamina allows you to zip across the battle area towards your enemy and is also used to evade the enemy, whereas Ki powers your skills, but you can't constantly use them. You have to manage your stamina and Ki, and if you don't you leave yourself wide open to the enemy. The fighting is refined and more solid than the previous game, the animations are smooth, and seeing some of the iconic Dragon Ball moves like 'Kamehameha' or 'Galick Gun' in action is a blast (no pun intended). You'll take part in battles against and with well-known Dragon Ball characters in areas which are known to fans of the series.

The Xenoverse series is a fighting RPG that includes some MMO elements. But first, a little about the game for the uninitiated. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 improves upon the first game in almost every way, but like the first instalment it does have a few problems. There hasn't been a terrible entry in the series though, and the first Xenoverse game was good despite being marred by a few flaws. There have been many Dragon Ball games over the years, almost too many to count.
