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Created by the late Akira Toriyama,Dragon Ball‘s impact on popular pop culture is undeniable. Beyond the manga and anime, this $23 billion franchise has also shown its tremendous influence in the gaming industry. The most prominent example of this is the newDragon Ball: Sparking! Zerogame, which took the gaming industry by storm even before its official release.
Surprisingly,Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zerohas skyrocketed to among the top positions on Steam’s Top Sellers list globally, surpassing some of the most beloved games likeBlack Myth: WukongandWarhammer. And the rank is expected to improve even more.
The Rise ofDragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
While theDragon Ballfranchise has seen numerous video game adaptations over the years; fromDragon Ball Z: Super Butodento the more modernDragon Ball FighterZ, none have had the recent immediate success ofDragon Ball:Sparking! Zero. Sparking widespread enthusiasm,Sparking! Zerodidn’t just become anotherDragon Ballgame; it marked a milestone for the franchise, rapidly securing a spot inSteam’s Top 3 sellers globally.
This achievement becomes even more special when considering the fierce competition from recently released games likeBlack Myth: Wukong, aChinese mythology-inspiredaction RPG, and the latest in theWarhammerseries;Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, both of which were expected to dominate sales charts. However,Sparking! Zerohas surpassed both and continues to climb the rankings, just behind heavyweights likeCounter-Strike 2andEA Sports FC 25.
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On top of that,Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zerohas done it even before its official release. Although the game is set to premiere on 11th October, only the pre-purchase numbers have taken it to the 3rd position among the long-running giants.
The Future ofDragon Ball: Sparking! Zero— Could It Top Steam’s Global Charts?
As of now,Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zerosits comfortably at 3rd spot in Steam’s Top Sellers globally, just belowCounter-Strike 2andEA Sports FC 25. There’s a strong possibility that it could climb even higher in the coming weeks, especially after its official release because of the upcomingDragon Ball-related contentthat has been teased for the game.
One major factor inSparking! Zero’s success is the power of nostalgia.Dragon Ballhas been around for four decades, and its fanbase is multigenerational. From kids watchingDragon Ball Supertoday to adults who grew up watching the original series in the 90s, theDragon Ballfranchise has created auniversal appealthat spans cultures and age groups.
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Moreover, The community engagement forSparking! Zerois through the roof, with fans’ anticipation for the official release and hosting discussions on forums and social media. The fanbase’s excitement for the game is notable, and this excitement could very well push the game even further up the charts.
Sparking! ZERO is currently at #3 in Steam’s Top Sellers Globally! There’s a possibility it goes even up even more!pic.twitter.com/UISABFsYWP
Sparking zero just keeps breaking records as the best anime game😮💨😮💨
Sparking zero will reach the 10M copies sold in 1 years remember me
Conveniently just pre-ordered the game todaypic.twitter.com/eHMITr9sWh
And it’s not even out yet.
It is very remarkable howDragon Ballhas managed to stay prominent and relevant in the ever-evolving entertainment industry. The series has once again shown withSparking! Zerothat it can rival, if not surpass some of the most popular games on the market. And givenDragon Ball’s history of outperforming expectations,Sparking! Zerocould be on the verge of reaching the top spot on Steam soon.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zerois currently available to pre-purchase on Steam. It will officially be released on 11th October.
Moumita Chakraborty
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Moumita Chakraborty is a seasoned Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 900 published articles. Passionate about the vibrant world of Japanese anime, she brings sharp analytical skills and cultural insight to every piece. From dissecting intricate plotlines to spotlighting the latest trends and releases, Moumita’s work resonates with both casual fans and seasoned otakus. Her writing aims to connect with fellow anime enthusiasts while contributing meaningfully to the ever-growing anime community.
