This change shifted the focus from grinding to fighting. Players could finally experiment with the full roster—including the powerful "God" forms of Goku and Vegeta
When Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden launched on the Nintendo 3DS in late 2015, it was met with a wave of nostalgia. Developed by Arc System Works (the masters behind Guilty Gear and BlazBlue ), the game promised a return to the 2D fighting roots of the Butoden series, featuring a massive roster of over 100 characters (including support fighters), stunning sprite art, and the snappy, combo-heavy gameplay the studio is known for.
Have you played Extreme Butoden post-patch? Do you prefer the broken chaos of 1.0.0 or the refined balance of 1.1.0? Share your memories in the comments below. Dragon Ball Z- Extreme Butoden Update 1.1.0 D...
Arc System Works & Bandai Namco Platform: Nintendo 3DS Original Release Date: October 2015 (NA/EU) Patch Release Date: December 2015
Bandai Namco remained silent for two months following the Western launch. Then, in December 2015, the 1.1.0 update quietly dropped via the Nintendo eShop. This change shifted the focus from grinding to fighting
The headline feature of was the complete re-tuning of the game's pacing. Arc System Works listened to the feedback that the game felt "too slow" compared to their other titles.
However, after two weeks of labbing, the consensus shifted. The removal of infinites was celebrated by the majority. Tournament matches, which previously lasted only 45 seconds due to a single touch-of-death combo, now lasted the average 90 to 120 seconds, allowing for real neutral game strategy. Have you played Extreme Butoden post-patch
The 1.1.0 update serves as an interesting case study in fighting game history. It demonstrates how a single, modestly-sized patch (under 100MB) can shift a game’s reputation from "broken cash-grab" to "hidden gem."
This makes 1.1.0 the "definitive edition" of the game. However, it is worth noting that this patch add any new characters. If you wanted Jaco or Champa, they never arrived. The patch strictly fixes the engine and the existing roster.
For the first time, players could compete globally via Wi-Fi, supporting both random and friend matches.
Looking back, is considered the definitive way to play the game. Physical cartridges still run Version 1.0.0 unless manually updated. If you buy a used copy of Extreme Butoden today, the first thing any fan will tell you is: "Connect to the eShop and update to 1.1.0 before you even touch Versus Mode."