In January 2023, Bandai Namco released a Next-Gen Update for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. And now, after over two years, the PC version will finally get those visual upgrades.
As Bandai Namco noted, the Next-Gen Update will become available for PC on July 17th. This will be a free upgrade to all those who already own the game. So, you won’t have to pay for getting these visual improvements. That’s at least something.
Bandai Namco also shared a comparison video between the old and new PC versions of the game. As we can see, all we’ll get are improved lighting, vegetation, water, and fluid dynamics. In the comparison, I can also see some higher-quality textures in the new “HD” version.
Now I have to be honest here. These visual improvements are not THAT great. Yes, the game will look slightly better. However, this isn’t a remaster. So, make sure to temper your expectations. This won’t make DBZ: Kakarot look like a modern 2025 game.
Dragon Ball Z Kakarot came out on PC in 2020, and it ran great on PC at launch. It did not require a high-end CPU or GPU. CyberConnect2 also included proper K&M on-screen indicators, and there weren’t any mouse acceleration or smoothing issues. Plus, I don’t remember experiencing any major stutters back then. This was a solid PC release.
And there you have it. It may have taken over two years, but the PC version will finally reach parity with the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions. This should please at least some of its PC fans. Because, as they say, better late than never.
Enjoy!
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