ZEQ2-Lite is an open-sourced and mod expandable project based on a highly modified ioQuake3 engine foundation and features many true-to-reference DBZ visuals and mechanics. Additionally, there exists a custom from-scratch particle system as well an extended number of configuration files that can be used to control character skills (visually & mechanically),  world particle effects, forms / transformations / tiers, music playlists,  and other aspects.   This attribute makes the project more than simply another DBZ modification as strong capabilities exist for user mod creation exists without need for actual programming.

The original ZEQ2 project was initially started in late 2002 originally as a highly scripted modification of the Bid For Power mod.  Over time, it became more about striving for accuracy from the original television series over any other aspect.

After several growth revisions from package, mod, total conversion, to a standalone project using the open-sourced Quake 3 engine (in 2005),  a majority of the development staff branched and began to create an original development engine with the purpose of creating an even higher quality representation by using advanced NPR research techniques and modern rendering techniques.  The original ZEQ2 project was put on hold indefinitely as development of said engine became more and more time-consuming and of a higher priority.

However, in early April 2009,  two of the orignal developers from the Quake III version of ZEQ2 decided to polish up what was left of the old project and release it so that years of development didn't go to waste.  We find ourselves here today with ZEQ2-lite, a less hardcore albeit quality-driven version of the original project.

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ZEQ2-lite Public Beta 1 can be downloaded using Subversion at the following :

(http://)zeq2.com/lite/SVN/Build

For those of you unfamiliar with Subversion,  please follow this simple guide.
Be sure to check the link as you should NOT download the files manually in your browser.

Important: The current build is for sandbox play only — to let the player grasp the core mechanics of the game before game styles/modes are implemented.  There is no scoring/end to matches aside from your own personal agendas and experimenting with reactions.

What ZEQ2-lite Public Beta 1 does not contain :

  • A bug-free game. (There are MANY known bugs in the current build that may inhibit the game visually and mechanically.  Please be aware that you ARE playing a BETA as such and that we are very likely aware of apparent flaws in design/presentation.)
  • A robust DBZ character roster.
  • A plentiful DBZ map set.
  • Any AI support.
  • Developed game types/modes.
  • Fully developed attacksets/skills of each character.
  • Finalized control scheme.
  • Finalized menu and GUI.
  • All planned features of the original ZEQ2 project.
  • All intended features/gameplay mechanics.

The first public beta release of ZEQ2-lite does feature the following :

  • A completely standalone program based on the ioquake3 engine.
  • Fully customizable, custom particle system.
  • Fully customizable, custom weapon system .
  • Fully customizable, custom weapon graphics system .
  • Fully customizable, custom character tier system.
  • Stepped-shader support with dynamic over-exposure.
  • Wireframe and vertex normal extrusion outline techniques.
  • Dynamic music system that adjusts music track playback based on actions/situations.
  • Tag-based character-conformed aura.
  • Rudimentary power struggling system (any attacks may collide) with visuals in place.
  • Turbo and power jumping with ball flip support.
  • Free direction and in-place Zanzoken support.
  • Full flight Soaring mode with barrel rolls/loops/etc.
  • Functional melee system with speed / stun / charge / breaker variations for highly tactical and visually accurate presentation.
  • Rich powerlevel system with intricate cross complimenting principles.
  • Hard lock-on targeting system.
  • 24 specially created music tracks feature original and Bruce Faulconer influences.
  • Many signature/unique skills per character.
  • Map : Landing
  • Character : Goku (with alternate emblem skin)
  • Character : Raditz
  • Character : Piccolo (non-caped)

Updates for the project will arrive VERY frequently, so be sure to stay focused on the information provided through this blog as additional content/code becomes available.

We have an IRC channel setup at irc.freenode.net #zeq2 . Please visit for finding out how to get connected to servers and any help/information you may need.


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Supalji
Supalji Nov 19 2009, 9:01pm says:

IS this dead :\

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LoudCore
LoudCore Nov 22 2009, 10:06am replied:

How could it be dead if it has only been 2 months ago? Don't worry. They are extremely hard at work for the next beta release. Lots of new stuff will be added. They do not give release dates as well. So just be patient.

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weasil
weasil Nov 12 2009, 9:01am says:

Please add bots to the next release!!please add bots to the next release!!please please add bots to the next release!!

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joealtair
joealtair Nov 7 2009, 1:08pm says:

is this psp because when i was scrolling down it said latest psp downloads zeq II

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Azurite
Azurite Nov 8 2009, 6:19am replied:

Pandora may get it.
Not sure about PSP, that's something MDave would be able to answer.

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lfeet
lfeet Nov 4 2009, 8:02am says:

Wonderful. I really look forward to the final version come out ah

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我很寂寞
我很寂寞 Oct 28 2009, 2:41am says:

这些截图让人热血沸腾啊!加油!

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Otpidarp
Otpidarp Oct 16 2009, 6:59am says:

The screenshots predict that the game is good, downloading...

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Otpidarp
Otpidarp Oct 16 2009, 6:55am says:

Excellent screenshots! downloading...

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Death02
Death02 Oct 10 2009, 9:37pm says:

This....is....the....BEST GAME FUCKIN EVER! my top 2 is: 2nd: Lemming Ball Z. 1st: ZEQ2!!!!!

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