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Here's why and some alternatives:
* Complexity of Dragon Ball Z Mechanics: The fast-paced, super-powered combat and complex transformations in Dragon Ball Z would be challenging to implement in a traditional MMO format.
* Licensing and Development: Dragon Ball Z is a major franchise with strict licensing agreements, making it difficult to develop a large-scale online game without official approval.
Alternatives:
* Dragon Ball Online (Defunct): This was a 3D MMORPG released in 2010 but was shut down in 2016. It featured classic Dragon Ball characters and stories, but its server closure makes it unplayable.
* Dragon Ball Xenoverse/Xenoverse 2: These popular action RPGs allow you to create your own character and fight alongside or against beloved Dragon Ball characters. They have online multiplayer modes, but they are more focused on action combat and story missions than a vast, open-world experience like RuneScape.
* Dragon Ball Legends: This mobile game focuses on fast-paced card-based battles featuring characters from the franchise. It has a competitive multiplayer mode.
* Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot: This action RPG is a story-driven adventure through the Dragon Ball Z saga, with some light online elements.
* Fan-made Games: There are numerous fan-made Dragon Ball Z games available online, often with varying degrees of quality and stability. These are generally not as polished or developed as commercial titles.
Potential Future:
While there isn't a Dragon Ball Z MMO like RuneScape currently available, there's always the possibility of future development. As the franchise remains popular, a dedicated Dragon Ball Z MMO could be a tempting proposition for developers if the right licensing and gameplay elements could be implemented.