Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 players worldwide pay tribute to the late Akira Toriyama by lending their "energy." Read on to learn more about this and the many players paying tribute to the manga author.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Community Pay Tribute to Toriyama
Players Gathered Around and Lent Their Energy
To pay respects to the late Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, players of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 from around the world gathered around different areas of Xenoverse to perform the "Spirit Bomb Co-op" emote. One of the orchestrators for this event was @AuroraeMari on Twitter, who aimed to unite as many participants as possible in paying respects to Toriyama's legacy.
In the manga and anime series, this symbolic gesture was famously utilized by Goku's friends, family, and even humanity as a whole to empower him with energy for executing his most devastating move, the Spirit Bomb. This act of "lending their energy" represented the unwavering trust, loyalty, and belief in Goku.
Players are now emulating this gesture in the game as a heartfelt tribute to Akira Toriyama and his profound impact on their lives through his work. Below are some Xenoverse 2 players who have shared their tributes on social media.
Developers Also Pay Tribute to Toriyama
In a touching gesture, Xenoverse 2 developers recently expressed their condolences through an official in-game message, as shared by Dragon Ball YouTuber SLOplays on Twitter (X).
Their message conveyed "deepest condolences" upon hearing the news of Toriyama's passing, recognizing the profound impact his series has had on fans worldwide.
Additionally, the developers emphasized Toriyama's enduring inspiration and support, expressing gratitude for his contributions to the industry and offering prayers for "his soul to rest in peace."
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Official message from the Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 team
