Dragon Ball Z: Super Butōden
The first Dragon Ball Z fighting game for SNES featuring 10 playable characters from the Saiyan to Cell Sagas. Introduces signature moves like Kamehameha and Special Beam Cannon with dramatic camera angles during super attacks.
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About This Game
Pioneered the 'aerial combat' system allowing players to battle in mid-air - a first for Dragon Ball games.
Features authentic voice samples from the anime during special moves, a rarity for 16-bit fighting games.
Includes a unique 'What-If' story mode with non-canon battles not seen in the anime.
The dramatic camera zooms and angles during super attacks set a new standard for anime fighting games.
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