Incompetence

Summary

The video delves into the current state of Dragon Ball Legends post-7th Anniversary, expressing frustration with poor character balance, especially the release of subpar Legends Limited characters. The introduction of the supporter mechanic raises concerns about the need to summon for them and the potential for stat inflation with their Z abilities. The creator feels the game's management has faltered, drawing comparisons to the game's worst year, 2021. Despite this, there's cautious optimism for the supporters' functionality, although skepticism remains about how it will be implemented.

Takeaways

• 😀 The new character releases, such as Metal Cooler and King Cold, are seen as major failures, with King Cold specifically being labeled as the worst Legends Limited character of all time on release.
• 😡 King Cold is criticized for lacking any real purpose in the game, as he doesn't perform well as a tank, damage dealer, or support, making him almost entirely useless.
• 😤 Metal Cooler is considered worse than King Cold, with his presence on a team potentially leading to more losses rather than wins.
• 🧐 King Cold's main issue is his inability to survive hits effectively, a problem that has become common with many characters since the game's anniversary.
• 👎 The supporter mechanic, expected to be introduced in September, raises concerns about its execution, especially regarding how supporters will be tied to summoning banners.
• 💰 There is apprehension over the fact that players will need to summon for support characters and use CC to level them up, which could lead to excessive in-game spending.
• ⚡ The supporter system might be used as a way to entice players to summon for banners they wouldn't typically consider, based on the strength of supporters linked to those banners.
• ⚠️ The idea of stacking Z-Abilities from supporters is concerning, as it could significantly increase the power of teams, leading to stat inflation and potentially breaking the game’s balance.
• 🛑 The lack of updates and mistakes after the anniversary, including poor scheduling and incompetent character releases, has led to widespread dissatisfaction with the game's management.
• 😶 2021 is brought up as a comparison to the current state of the game, as it's considered the worst year in *Dragon Ball Legends* history, with the current situation mirroring those low points.
• 💡 Despite the concerns, there is optimism about the potential of the supporter mechanic to add depth to the game, as long as it’s handled correctly and doesn’t contribute to further imbalance.

Q & A

What is the primary criticism of the Legends Limited characters discussed in the video?

The main criticism is that many Legends Limited characters, especially the recent ones, are perceived as lacking in purpose. They don't perform well as tanks, don't deal significant damage, don't offer support, and essentially just serve as fillers for vanishing, making them ineffective or 'useless'.

Why does the speaker consider 2021 the worst year in *Dragon Ball Legends* history?

2021 is considered the worst due to numerous issues, including poor management, bugs, and a lack of content updates that negatively affected the game's quality. The speaker compares the current state of the game post-anniversary to the disappointing period of 2021.

What is the issue with King Cold's survivability in the game?

King Cold's survivability is criticized because he tends to get defeated quickly, even though he is a tank character. The general concern is that many characters, including King Cold, don't withstand damage well unless they are top-tier units like Ultra Full Power Frieza or Ultra Super Vegito.

How does the speaker feel about the upcoming supporter mechanic in the game?

The speaker is cautiously optimistic about the supporter mechanic, recognizing its potential to add depth to the game. However, they have concerns about how the system will be implemented, especially regarding the mechanics of summoning and leveling up supporters.

What is the primary concern regarding how supporters will be implemented in *Dragon Ball Legends*?

The speaker's primary concern is that the supporters will be locked behind summons, creating a potentially pay-to-win situation. Additionally, there are concerns about the need to spend Chrono Crystals (CC) to level them up, rather than allowing players to grind for levels, as in other games.

What impact do supporters with Z-abilities have on team balance in the game?

Supporters with Z-abilities could lead to significant stat inflation. If each supporter provides buffs to the entire team, it could drastically increase overall stats, potentially creating an imbalance. Even small Z-ability buffs can add up, potentially making teams overpowered.

What does the speaker suggest as a better approach for leveling up supporters?

The speaker suggests that a system similar to *Dokkan Battle's* link leveling could have been a better choice. In that game, link leveling is primarily done by grinding, and only a small amount of paid mechanics are involved. This would have avoided the pay-to-level grind that the supporter mechanic seems to encourage.

How does the speaker view the management of *Dragon Ball Legends* post-anniversary?

The speaker feels that the management of *Dragon Ball Legends* has been lacking after the 7th anniversary. They mention various issues, including poor character releases, bugs, and scheduling problems, leading them to believe that the development team has not been fully engaged in improving the game since the anniversary.

What is the speaker's stance on the balance of characters in *Dragon Ball Legends*?

The speaker believes that the character balance in *Dragon Ball Legends* is currently flawed, with many characters not fulfilling their roles effectively. They highlight the issue of some characters being too weak, while others are overpowered, leading to a sense of frustration among players.

What is the potential issue with summoning for support characters as discussed in the video?

The issue with summoning for support characters is that it could make players feel forced to summon on banners they wouldn’t normally consider, just to obtain a supporter that may be essential for boosting their team. This could lead to increased spending and frustration for players who don’t want to chase after non-playable support units.