Since mobile phones became smartphones and started using Android and iOS operating systems, their games leveled up. Phones could now be used as consoles, and that’s why Dragon Ball games quickly arrived on these devices, some of them highly successful like DB Legends. Here, we’ll look at all of them, along with some special edition phones dedicated to the franchise.
Here we will see the complete list of all existing Dragon Ball video games created to be played on a smartphone with iOS or Android operating systems, including the famous game DB Legends.
To play or have played any of the previous Dragon Ball mobile games, it's clear that we need a smartphone with Android or iOS operating system, and if the phone is powerful, even better. But if it’s a special edition dedicated to Dragon Ball, even better. That’s what we’ll see next: all mobile phones with a limited or special edition dedicated to this franchise (although so far, it’s only the Realmi).
The Realme GT Neo3T Dragon Ball Edition is another limited edition dedicated to DBZ, a visual clone of the GT Neo2 DBZ, with 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 6.62" display. It was inspired by Goku’s outfit, hence the orange and blue colors, as well as the logo with the kanji. Additionally, as a limited edition, it includes a unique box, exclusive theme, stickers, and cards.
The Realme GT Neo 2 Dragon Ball Z is a limited edition dedicated to DBZ, with 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 6.62" display. It was inspired by Goku’s outfit, hence the orange and blue colors, as well as the logo with the kanji. Additionally, as a limited edition, it includes a unique box, exclusive theme, stickers, and cards.
We also have more complete lists of Dragon Ball games and video games cataloged by their gaming platform, including Board Games, PlayStation, Nintendo NES, etc.
Discover some of the Dragon Ball games, video games, consoles, and collectible accessories. From the iconic NES and GameBoy to the latest PC, PS5, and X-BOX titles, as well as the timeless board games.
Dragon Ball Z: Gekitō Tenkaichi Budōkai is the seventh Dragon Ball game/cartridge released for the NES in 1992, the fourth to carry the Z title, and the first fighting game with a VS mode. This game was never officially released outside Japan.
This title completely breaks from the previous ones, as it is a fighting game for one or two players, with the particularity that to play, you needed an additional console accessory sold with the game: the Join Rom System Datach, a barcode reader.
To start battles, players had to use physical cards included with the game to select a character. Once chosen, the card was swiped through the reader and loaded into the console. There were additional character cards not included in the game, which had to be obtained separately.
Its story is based on a Tenkaichi Budokai (Martial Arts Tournament), where players compete using their cards against random characters from Classic Dragon Ball and the Saiyan, Namek, and Cell sagas of DBZ.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero – Premium Collector's Edition is the most complete version of the game (above the Collector's Edition), released on the game’s official launch day in 2024, and sold exclusively through the Bandai Namco Store.
This edition is identical to the Collector’s, but with a small bonus for purchasing from the official store. It was also produced in a very limited quantity, making it one of the only editions (alongside the Collector’s) to include a physical copy of the game. It includes the base game, everything from the Deluxe edition (i.e., access to the first season pass with 3 DLCs, plus 3-day early access to each one).
It also contains the full content of the Ultimate edition, i.e., the Ultimate Upgrade Pack: Goku (Super) outfit with Power Pole, emotes, backgrounds, a customization item, and the Super Shenron Summon—all of which are cosmetic items.
From the Collector’s Edition, it includes the physical game, a Goku and Broly (DB: Super) diorama statue, and a decorative steelbook case.
As exclusive content of the Premium Collector’s Edition, available only through the Bandai Namco Store, it also includes an additional steelbook and 4 cards from the Dragon Ball Super Card Game: Fusion Worlds.
The 3 DLCs in the first pass feature over 20 characters from DB: Super and DB: Daima, along with cosmetics, and some story and battle content.
The New Nintendo 3DS enhances handheld gaming with a faster processor, more stable 3D, and additional controls. Compatible with exclusives and classics, it's the ideal choice for Nintendo fans.
The Nintendo Switch OLED is the third model released by the brand for this console and also the fourth console; this model was designed to improve the user’s visual and audio experience.
This is the best version of the console available, as it keeps all the functionalities and accessories of the Original Switch, adding several improvements like a larger OLED screen instead of LCD, better speakers, increased internal storage for games, and some other more or less relevant upgrades.
The Game Boy Advance SP enhances the handheld experience with its clamshell design, backlit screen, and rechargeable battery. More compact and functional, it's the perfect version to enjoy your favorite games anywhere.
Dragon Ball Kai: Ultimate Butōden is the last DB game released for the Nintendo DS platform. It’s a fighting game that was only released in Japan and allows players to battle against others.
The Game Boy Micro is the smallest and sleekest handheld in the series, featuring a bright, sharp screen. Perfect for gamers who want a retro gaming experience in an ultra-compact and portable design.
Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Battle 22 is the first Dragon Ball game released for the console in 1995, and it was an exclusive for the PS1.
It is a fighting game for 1 or 2 players (PvP), with 3D stages and characters made with 2D sprites.
The game is called 22 because it supposedly includes a total of 22 playable characters, but performing a key combination on the start screen unlocks 5 more characters, and the game becomes 'Ultimate Battle 27', now with 27 characters.
Among the 22 base characters are Super Boo, Cell, Freezer, Krillin, Vegeta…, and the 5 extra characters with the trick are: Kid Goku, Roshi, Satan, Goku SSJ3, and Gogeta.
The game does not have a story mode narrating the events of the Dragon Ball manga, but it includes characters from all DBZ sagas.
Although the sprites are decent for the time and there are many characters, the gameplay is said to leave much to be desired.
Jumputi Heroes is a game released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Jump. Its servers ran until March 2024. Its gameplay was puzzle-based RPG, combined with a gacha system for upgrades. The characters came from multiple manga series published in the magazine, including some from Dragon Ball like Goku, Vegeta, or Gohan.
Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 2 is the second DBZ game released for the GameCube console in 2004. The game is a 'port' of the one previously released for PS2, but with graphical improvements thanks to the console's cel-shading, new characters, and new game modes.
It is the direct continuation of Budokai 1, released a year earlier, so it is still a fighting game with 3D stages and characters, close combat combos, energy attacks, flying, transformations, etc. With game modes like Duel, Story, Tournament, Shop, and Training. The game, as you have read, has a multiplayer mode.
Its story mode is a bit special, as you are placed on a board and go through battles and moments that happen in the Dragon World, covering all DBZ sagas. Your goal is to collect the 7 Dragon Balls and make wishes that will unlock characters, abilities, and game modes.
It features 31 playable characters, some of them are: Yamcha, Trunks, Krillin, Gero, or Kid Boo. This GameCube version includes 2 characters not present on PS2, namely Kuriza and Cooler.