Welcome to the most comprehensive Sparking Zero tier list you’ll find anywhere! As a long-time Dragon Ball gaming enthusiast, I’ve spent countless hours testing every character in Sparking Zero to bring you this definitive ranking. Whether you’re a competitive player looking to dominate online matches or a casual fan wanting to use your favorite characters effectively, this tier list will guide you to victory.
Sparking Zero, the latest installment in the Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi series, features an impressive roster of characters from across the Dragon Ball universe. But with so many options, it can be overwhelming to determine which characters are truly worth your time. That’s where this tier list comes in handy.
Before diving into the rankings, it’s important to understand how I’ve evaluated each character:
With these factors in mind, let’s get into the tier list!
| Name | Tier | Key Stats | Special Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goku (Ultra Instinct) | S | Attack: 98 Defense: 92 Speed: 95 | Autonomous Movement Divine Lasso |
| Beerus | S | Attack: 96 Defense: 94 Speed: 90 | Hakai Energy God of Destruction’s Wrath |
| Jiren | S | Attack: 97 Defense: 95 Speed: 88 | Power Impact Full Power Jiren |
| Broly (DBS) | S | Attack: 99 Defense: 85 Speed: 82 | Gigantic Rage Eraser Blow |
| Gogeta (SS4) | S | Attack: 98 Defense: 90 Speed: 92 | 100x Big Bang Kamehameha Blazing Meteor |
| Vegito (Blue) | S | Attack: 97 Defense: 91 Speed: 93 | Final Kamehameha Spirit Sword |
| Fused Zamasu | S | Attack: 95 Defense: 98 Speed: 85 | Holy Wrath Lightning of Absolution |
| Name | Tier | Key Stats | Special Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goku (Ultra Ego) | A | Attack: 96 Defense: 88 Speed: 90 | Hakai Dragon Smash |
| Vegeta (Ultra Ego) | A | Attack: 95 Defense: 89 Speed: 91 | Final Explosion Gamma Burst Flash |
| Gohan (Beast) | A | Attack: 94 Defense: 87 Speed: 88 | Beast Beam Cannon Beast Explosion |
| Frieza (Black) | A | Attack: 93 Defense: 90 Speed: 92 | Death Ball Death Crash |
| Hit | A | Attack: 92 Defense: 85 Speed: 95 | Time Skip Vital Point Attack |
| Kefla | A | Attack: 93 Defense: 84 Speed: 91 | Gigantic Burst Final Cannon |
| Android 17 | A | Attack: 88 Defense: 92 Speed: 89 | Barrier Android Shield |
| Android 18 | A | Attack: 87 Defense: 91 Speed: 90 | Destructo Disc Infinite Energy |
| Piccolo (Orange) | A | Attack: 89 Defense: 93 Speed: 85 | Special Beam Cannon Makankosappo |
| Trunks (Sword) | A | Attack: 91 Defense: 86 Speed: 88 | Burning Attack Heat Dome Attack |
| Name | Tier | Key Stats | Special Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goku (SSGSS) | B | Attack: 90 Defense: 85 Speed: 87 | Kamehameha Dragon Fist |
| Vegeta (SSGSS) | B | Attack: 89 Defense: 86 Speed: 88 | Final Flash Big Bang Attack |
| Gohan (Ultimate) | B | Attack: 88 Defense: 84 Speed: 85 | Ultimate Kamehameha Father-Son Kamehameha |
| Gotenks (SS3) | B | Attack: 87 Defense: 82 Speed: 90 | Galactic Donuts Die Die Missile Barrage |
| Buuhan | B | Attack: 91 Defense: 88 Speed: 82 | Human Extinction Attack Vanishing Beam |
| Kid Buu | B | Attack: 92 Defense: 80 Speed: 86 | Planet Burst Vanishing Ball |
| Janemba | B | Attack: 90 Defense: 87 Speed: 84 | Hell Storm Lightning Shower Rain |
| Cooler (Final) | B | Attack: 89 Defense: 85 Speed: 83 | Supernova Death Flash |
| Cell (Perfect) | B | Attack: 88 Defense: 89 Speed: 82 | Solar Kamehameha Perfect Barrier |
| Black Goku | B | Attack: 89 Defense: 86 Speed: 84 | Black Kamehameha Scythe of Sorrow |
| Name | Tier | Key Stats | Special Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goku (SS3) | C | Attack: 85 Defense: 80 Speed: 82 | Dragon Fist True Kamehameha |
| Vegeta (Majin) | C | Attack: 84 Defense: 81 Speed: 83 | Final Impact Big Bang Attack |
| Gohan (SS2) | C | Attack: 83 Defense: 79 Speed: 80 | Father-Son Kamehameha Masenko |
| Future Trunks | C | Attack: 82 Defense: 82 Speed: 81 | Burning Attack Finish Buster |
| Krillin | C | Attack: 78 Defense: 75 Speed: 77 | Destructo Disc Kamehameha |
| Tien | C | Attack: 79 Defense: 76 Speed: 78 | Tri-Beam Dodon Ray |
| Yamcha | C | Attack: 76 Defense: 74 Speed: 79 | Spirit Ball Kamehameha |
| Captain Ginyu | C | Attack: 77 Defense: 78 Speed: 76 | Body Change Milky Cannon |
| Raditz | C | Attack: 80 Defense: 73 Speed: 75 | Saturday Crush Double Sunday |
| Nappa | C | Attack: 81 Defense: 77 Speed: 72 | Break Cannon Giant Storm |
| Name | Tier | Key Stats | Special Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goku (Base) | D | Attack: 70 Defense: 68 Speed: 72 | Kamehameha Spirit Bomb |
| Vegeta (Base) | D | Attack: 71 Defense: 69 Speed: 73 | Galick Gun Big Bang Attack |
| Gohan (Kid) | D | Attack: 68 Defense: 67 Speed: 70 | Masenko Kamehameha |
| Piccolo | D | Attack: 72 Defense: 71 Speed: 69 | Special Beam Cannon Light Grenade |
| Frieza (Final) | D | Attack: 73 Defense: 70 Speed: 71 | Death Beam Death Ball |
| Android 16 | D | Attack: 74 Defense: 72 Speed: 68 | Hell’s Flash Rocket Punch |
| Android 19 | D | Attack: 69 Defense: 73 Speed: 67 | Energy Absorption Drain Attack |
| Dr. Gero | D | Attack: 67 Defense: 74 Speed: 66 | Energy Absorption Life Drain |
| Dodoria | D | Attack: 66 Defense: 65 Speed: 65 | Mouth Energy Wave Super Mouth Cannon |
| Zarbon | D | Attack: 68 Defense: 66 Speed: 67 | Elegant Blaster Beautiful Flare |
Goku in his Ultra Instinct form is arguably the most powerful character in Sparking Zero. His Autonomous Movement ability allows him to dodge attacks automatically while landing devastating counters. With near-perfect stats across the board and the Divine Lasso ultimate move that can break through almost any defense, Ultra Instinct Goku is a force to be reckoned with. His only minor weakness is the difficulty in mastering his unique movement mechanics, but once you do, you’ll be nearly unstoppable.
As the God of Destruction, Beerus brings immense power to the battlefield. His Hakai Energy ability can erase opponents’ projectiles and even deal damage through guards. With exceptional attack and defense stats, Beerus can both dish out punishment and withstand heavy assaults. His God of Destruction’s Wrath ultimate move is one of the most devastating in the game, capable of taking out most opponents in a single hit. Beerus excels at controlling the pace of battle and keeping opponents at bay with his long-range attacks.
Jiren’s raw power is unmatched by almost any other character in the game. With the highest attack stat in the game and excellent defense, he can overwhelm opponents with sheer force. His Power Impact ability creates a powerful energy blast that tracks opponents, making it difficult to dodge. When Jiren enters his Full Power state, his attack power increases dramatically, allowing him to break through even the strongest defenses. His only drawback is his slightly below-average speed, but this is more than compensated by his overwhelming power.
The Legendary Super Saiyan Broly boasts the highest attack stat in the game, making him a terrifying opponent up close. His Gigantic Rage ability temporarily boosts his attack power even further, allowing him to decimate opponents with a few well-placed hits. Broly’s Eraser Blow ultimate move is nearly unblockable and deals massive damage. While his defense and speed are somewhat lacking compared to other S-tier characters, his overwhelming offensive capabilities make him a top-tier choice for aggressive players.
Super Saiyan 4 Gogeta combines incredible speed with devastating power. His 100x Big Bang Kamehameha is one of the most visually impressive and powerful ultimate moves in the game. Gogeta’s Blazing Meteor ability creates a series of explosive energy blasts that can trap opponents and deal significant damage. With balanced stats across the board and excellent combo potential, SS4 Gogeta is a versatile character that can adapt to any playstyle.
Vegito in his Super Saiyan Blue form is a master of both offense and defense. His Final Kamehameha is a powerful ultimate move that can be charged for additional damage, while his Spirit Sword ability allows him to pierce through enemy defenses. Vegito’s balanced stats make him effective at all ranges, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. Whether you prefer aggressive rushdown tactics or defensive counter-attacks, Vegito can adapt to your playstyle.
Fused Zamasu is a defensive powerhouse with the highest defense stat in the game. His Holy Wrath ability creates a divine energy field that damages opponents who get too close, while his Lightning of Absolution ultimate move can strike from anywhere on the battlefield. Fused Zamasu excels at wearing down opponents over time, and his immortality ability allows him to recover health gradually during battle. While his speed is somewhat lacking, his defensive capabilities make him a formidable opponent for any character.
Goku’s Ultra Ego form offers a different playstyle compared to Ultra Instinct, focusing more on raw power and aggression. His Hakai ability allows him to erase opponents’ attacks and deal damage simultaneously, while his Dragon Smash ultimate move can break through almost any defense. Ultra Ego Goku’s attack power increases as he takes damage, making him more dangerous the longer a battle lasts. While not as versatile as Ultra Instinct, his aggressive playstyle makes him a top-tier choice for offensive players.
Vegeta’s Ultra Ego form embodies his pride and desire for power, offering devastating offensive capabilities. His Final Explosion ultimate move is one of the most powerful in the game, capable of taking out opponents even when Vegeta is at low health. Vegeta’s Gamma Burst Flash ability creates a wide-area energy attack that’s difficult to dodge. Like Ultra Ego Goku, Vegeta becomes more powerful as he takes damage, rewarding aggressive playstyles. His balanced stats and powerful moveset make him a formidable opponent in any battle.
Gohan’s Beast form represents the pinnacle of his power, offering a unique blend of speed and strength. His Beast Beam Cannon is a powerful ultimate move that can be charged for additional damage, while his Beast Explosion ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Gohan’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Frieza’s Black form is a deadly combination of speed and precision. His Death Ball ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Death Crash ability allows him to strike opponents with deadly accuracy. Frieza’s exceptional speed makes him difficult to hit, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While his defense is somewhat lacking compared to other A-tier characters, his speed and precision make him a formidable opponent for any character.
Hit is a master of assassination techniques, with a unique playstyle focused on precision and timing. His Time Skip ability allows him to briefly freeze time, creating opportunities for devastating combos. Hit’s Vital Point Attack targets weak points, dealing critical damage regardless of the opponent’s defense. While his raw power is lower than other A-tier characters, his unique abilities make him a deadly opponent in the right hands. Mastering Hit’s timing and techniques can make him one of the most dangerous characters in the game.
Kefla is a fusion of Caulifla and Kale, combining their strengths into a powerful warrior. Her Gigantic Burst ultimate move is a devastating attack that can break through almost any defense, while her Final Cannon ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Kefla’s balanced stats make her effective at both close and long range, and her transformation potential gives her an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier characters, her versatility makes her a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Android 17 is a defensive specialist with excellent defensive capabilities. His Barrier ability can block almost any attack, while his Android Shield ultimate move creates a protective barrier that reflects damage back at opponents. Android 17’s exceptional defense makes him difficult to damage, and his infinite energy supply allows him to maintain pressure on opponents without worrying about stamina. While his offensive capabilities are somewhat lacking compared to other A-tier characters, his defensive prowess makes him a formidable opponent for any character.
Android 18 is a versatile fighter with a balanced skillset. Her Destructo Disc ability creates a sharp energy disc that can cut through almost any defense, while her Infinite Energy ultimate move allows her to maintain pressure on opponents without worrying about stamina. Android 18’s balanced stats make her effective at both close and long range, and her infinite energy supply gives her an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier characters, her versatility makes her a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Piccolo’s Orange Piccolo form represents the pinnacle of his power, offering a unique blend of defensive and offensive capabilities. His Special Beam Cannon ultimate move is a powerful attack that can pierce through almost any defense, while his Makankosappo ability creates a concentrated energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Piccolo’s exceptional defense makes him difficult to damage, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While his speed is somewhat lacking compared to other A-tier characters, his defensive prowess makes him a formidable opponent for any character.
Trunks’ sword-wielding form offers a unique playstyle focused on close-range combat. His Burning Attack ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Heat Dome Attack ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Trunks’ balanced stats make him effective at close range, and his sword techniques give him an edge in one-on-one battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value close-range combat.
Goku’s Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan form offers a balanced skillset with solid offensive and defensive capabilities. His Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Dragon Fist ability allows him to pierce through enemy defenses. Goku’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Vegeta’s Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan form offers a balanced skillset with solid offensive and defensive capabilities. His Final Flash ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Big Bang Attack ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Vegeta’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Gohan’s Ultimate form represents a significant power boost from his Super Saiyan 2 form, offering solid offensive and defensive capabilities. His Ultimate Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Father-Son Kamehameha ability creates a devastating energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Gohan’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Gotenks’ Super Saiyan 3 form offers a unique playstyle focused on speed and unpredictability. His Galactic Donuts ultimate move creates a series of energy rings that can trap opponents, while his Die Die Missile Barrage ability unleashes a rapid-fire barrage of energy blasts. Gotenks’ exceptional speed makes him difficult to hit, and his unpredictable attacks can catch opponents off guard. While his raw power is lower than other B-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a fun and effective choice for players who value speed and unpredictability.
Buuhan is the result of Super Buu absorbing Gohan, Piccolo, and Gotenks, offering a unique blend of power and versatility. His Human Extinction Attack ultimate move is a devastating area-of-effect attack that can damage multiple opponents, while his Vanishing Beam ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Buuhan’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his absorption abilities give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Kid Buu is the original and most chaotic form of Majin Buu, offering a unique playstyle focused on aggression and unpredictability. His Planet Burst ultimate move is a devastating attack that can destroy entire stages, while his Vanishing Ball ability creates a powerful energy sphere that’s difficult to dodge. Kid Buu’s exceptional attack power makes him a dangerous opponent up close, and his unpredictable attacks can catch opponents off guard. While his defense is somewhat lacking compared to other B-tier characters, his aggressive playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Janemba is a powerful demon from the afterlife, offering a unique playstyle focused on dimensional manipulation. His Hell Storm ultimate move creates a series of energy portals that can trap opponents, while his Lightning Shower Rain ability unleashes a barrage of energy blasts from above. Janemba’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his dimensional manipulation abilities give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value unpredictability.
Cooler’s Final form represents the pinnacle of his power, offering a unique blend of speed and power. His Supernova ultimate move is a devastating attack that can destroy entire stages, while his Death Flash ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Cooler’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Cell’s Perfect form represents the pinnacle of his power, offering a unique blend of the abilities of Goku, Vegeta, Piccolo, and Frieza. His Solar Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Perfect Barrier ability creates a protective barrier that reflects damage back at opponents. Cell’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his absorption abilities give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his versatility makes him a solid choice for players who value adaptability.
Black Goku is a mysterious and powerful antagonist from an alternate timeline, offering a unique playstyle focused on divine power. His Black Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Scythe of Sorrow ability creates a divine energy scythe that can cut through almost any defense. Black Goku’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his divine powers give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the S-tier or A-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value divine power.
Goku’s Super Saiyan 3 form offers a significant power boost from his Super Saiyan 2 form, but at the cost of increased energy consumption. His Dragon Fist ultimate move is a powerful attack that can pierce through enemy defenses, while his True Kamehameha ability creates a devastating energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Goku’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his high energy consumption can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his raw power makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Vegeta’s Majin form represents a significant power boost from his Super Saiyan 2 form, offering solid offensive capabilities. His Final Impact ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Big Bang Attack ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Vegeta’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his Majin power-up gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his raw power makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Gohan’s Super Saiyan 2 form represents a significant power boost from his Super Saiyan form, offering solid offensive capabilities. His Father-Son Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Masenko ability creates a concentrated energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Gohan’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his transformation potential gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his raw power makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Future Trunks is a warrior from an alternate timeline, offering a unique playstyle focused on sword techniques. His Burning Attack ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Finish Buster ability creates a devastating energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Future Trunks’ balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his sword techniques give him an edge in one-on-one battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value sword techniques.
Krillin is one of Earth’s most powerful defenders, offering a unique playstyle focused on defensive techniques. His Destructo Disc ultimate move creates a sharp energy disc that can cut through almost any defense, while his Kamehameha ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Krillin’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his defensive techniques give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his defensive prowess makes him a solid choice for players who value defense over offense.
Tien is a disciplined martial artist, offering a unique playstyle focused on energy techniques. His Tri-Beam ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Dodon Ray ability creates a concentrated energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Tien’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his energy techniques give him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his disciplined approach makes him a solid choice for players who value technique over raw power.
Yamcha is a skilled martial artist, offering a unique playstyle focused on speed and agility. His Spirit Ball ultimate move creates a controllable energy sphere that can hit opponents multiple times, while his Kamehameha ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Yamcha’s exceptional speed makes him difficult to hit, and his agility gives him an edge in one-on-one battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his speed and agility make him a solid choice for players who value evasion over raw power.
Captain Ginyu is the leader of the Ginyu Force, offering a unique playstyle focused on body swapping. His Body Change ultimate move allows him to swap bodies with his opponent, gaining their stats and abilities, while his Milky Cannon ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Ginyu’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his body swapping ability gives him an edge in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value unpredictability.
Raditz is Goku’s older brother, offering a unique playstyle focused on raw power. His Saturday Crush ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Double Sunday ability creates a devastating energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Raditz’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, and his raw power gives him an edge in one-on-one battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his raw power makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Nappa is a powerful Saiyan warrior, offering a unique playstyle focused on brute force. His Break Cannon ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Giant Storm ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Nappa’s exceptional attack power makes him a dangerous opponent up close, and his brute force gives him an edge in one-on-one battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his raw power makes him a solid choice for players who value offense over defense.
Goku’s base form represents his starting power level, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Kamehameha ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Spirit Bomb ability creates a devastating energy sphere that’s difficult to dodge. Goku’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Vegeta’s base form represents his starting power level, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Galick Gun ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Big Bang Attack ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Vegeta’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Gohan’s kid form represents his starting power level, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Masenko ultimate move is a powerful attack that can be charged for additional damage, while his Kamehameha ability creates a powerful energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Gohan’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Piccolo’s base form represents his starting power level, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Special Beam Cannon ultimate move is a powerful attack that can pierce through enemy defenses, while his Light Grenade ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Piccolo’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Frieza’s final form represents his starting power level, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Death Beam ultimate move is a powerful attack that can pierce through enemy defenses, while his Death Ball ability creates a devastating energy sphere that’s difficult to dodge. Frieza’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Android 16 is a powerful android created by Dr. Gero, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Hell’s Flash ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Rocket Punch ability creates a devastating projectile that’s difficult to dodge. Android 16’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Android 19 is a powerful android created by Dr. Gero, offering a unique playstyle focused on energy absorption. His Energy Absorption ultimate move allows him to absorb opponent’s attacks and convert them into health, while his Drain Attack ability allows him to drain energy from opponents. Android 19’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value energy absorption over raw power.
Dr. Gero is the creator of the androids, offering a unique playstyle focused on energy absorption. His Energy Absorption ultimate move allows him to absorb opponent’s attacks and convert them into health, while his Life Drain ability allows him to drain energy from opponents. Dr. Gero’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his unique playstyle makes him a solid choice for players who value energy absorption over raw power.
Dodoria is one of Frieza’s top henchmen, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Mouth Energy Wave ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Super Mouth Cannon ability creates a devastating energy beam that’s difficult to dodge. Dodoria’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
Zarbon is one of Frieza’s top henchmen, offering a balanced but limited skillset. His Elegant Blaster ultimate move is a powerful attack that can break through almost any defense, while his Beautiful Flare ability creates a devastating area-of-effect attack. Zarbon’s balanced stats make him effective at both close and long range, but his limited power can be a disadvantage in prolonged battles. While not as powerful as the higher-tier characters, his balanced skillset makes him a solid choice for beginners who are learning the game’s mechanics.
I update this Sparking Zero tier list regularly, typically after major game updates or balance changes. The last update was in November 2025, and I’m constantly testing characters to ensure the rankings remain accurate. If there are significant balance changes, you can expect an updated tier list within a week of the patch.
Absolutely! While tier lists represent character potential at the highest level of play, player skill is still the most important factor in Sparking Zero. A skilled player using a D-tier character can easily defeat an inexperienced player using an S-tier character. The tier list is meant to guide you toward characters with more advantages, not to limit your choices.
Yes! Advanced techniques and combos can significantly impact a character’s effectiveness. For example, some characters have infinites or unblockable setups that aren’t immediately obvious. As the Sparking Zero meta evolves, we may see some characters move up or down in the tier list based on new discoveries.
For beginners, I recommend starting with characters in the B or C tiers who have balanced stats and straightforward movesets. Goku (SSGSS) and Vegeta (SSGSS) are excellent choices as they have good all-around stats and easy-to-understand move sets. As you become more comfortable with the game’s mechanics, you can experiment with more complex characters.
Character transformations can significantly impact a character’s tier placement. Some characters, like Goku and Vegeta, have multiple transformation options that can change their playstyle and effectiveness. In this tier list, I’ve considered the character’s most powerful form when determining their tier placement. However, some characters may have better transformation options than others, which can affect their overall viability.
Yes! Some characters excel in specific game modes. For example, characters with high defense and healing abilities like Fused Zamasu are excellent for survival modes, while characters with high damage output like Broly (DBS) are great for time attack modes. When choosing a character, consider the game mode you’ll be playing and select a character whose strengths align with that mode’s objectives.
Most characters in Sparking Zero can be unlocked by completing the story mode, special challenges, or by meeting specific in-game requirements. Some characters may also be available as DLC. For a complete guide on unlocking all characters, check out our Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot characters guide on Boundbyflame.com, which covers similar unlocking mechanics in Dragon Ball games.
This tier list is designed with competitive play in mind, focusing on character effectiveness at the highest level of play. However, the competitive meta is always evolving, and new strategies and techniques can change character viability. For the most up-to-date competitive tier list, I recommend following professional Sparking Zero tournaments and watching top players to see which characters they’re using.
As of November 2025, there are no officially banned characters in standard competitive play for Sparking Zero. However, some tournaments may have specific rules or character restrictions. Always check the tournament rules before participating in competitive events.
Improving your skills with a specific character takes practice and dedication. I recommend spending time in training mode to master your character’s moveset and combos. Watching tutorials and high-level gameplay can also help you learn new techniques and strategies. For more detailed character guides, check out our Dragon Ball FighterZ character guides on Boundbyflame.com, which offer in-depth strategies for mastering Dragon Ball game characters.
