Goku
The central hero and primary playable character, using martial-arts attacks and energy techniques.
Documented for this version
D-pad | Move the current character |
|---|---|
A | Perform the primary context-sensitive action The exact function depends on the game and situation. |
B | Use the secondary action or cancel Function varies between the two included games. |
Start | Open or pause the game menu |
Button functions can differ slightly between The Legacy of Goku and The Legacy of Goku II.
No reliable version-specific button combination is listed.
How it plays
Both games use an overhead perspective and real-time combat. Players move through towns, wilderness areas, dungeons, and story locations while completing quests and defeating enemies.
Goku and other playable characters gain experience and unlock stronger attacks or abilities. The second game expands the formula with more playable heroes, side activities, and a larger world divided into story-driven areas.
Plan your run
Explore each area thoroughly before advancing the story, since side quests and hidden items can provide useful experience and equipment.
Use energy attacks selectively and learn enemy patterns. In the second game, switch characters when a matchup or ability makes a different fighter more effective.
Meet the cast
The central hero and primary playable character, using martial-arts attacks and energy techniques.
Goku's son, who becomes an important playable character during the later story.
A powerful Namekian fighter who joins the heroes and is playable in parts of the adventure.
A human Z Fighter who assists the party and appears as a playable character in the story.
A Saiyan rival and eventual ally encountered during the game's major story arcs.
A time-traveling Saiyan who plays an important role in the Android and Cell storyline.
Before you begin
Talk to characters repeatedly; some quests advance only after a specific story event.
Save often before major battles and when entering unfamiliar areas.
In The Legacy of Goku II, investigate side paths for optional rewards and upgrades.
2 Games in 1: Dragon Ball Z - The Legacy of Goku I & II combines Webfoot Technologies' two Game Boy Advance action RPGs in one cartridge. The first game follows Goku through the Saiyan and Namek stories, while the sequel covers the Android and Cell arcs with a broader adventure structure. Players explore overhead environments, fight enemies in real time, complete story objectives, and improve characters through experience. The compilation is aimed at fans of the anime and preserves both games in their original handheld form. Reception was mixed: the sequel was generally regarded as a substantial improvement, while the first game was criticized for its repetitive combat and limited depth.
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