In this guide, I will explain in detail how to unlock the most heroes in the best way and for f2p in Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra.
How to Unlock Characters for F2P
This guide explains how to maximize hero unlocks in Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra without stalling progress by mismanaging Zeni. It is specifically tailored for free-to-play (F2P) and low-spending players.
Star Collection System
The Star Collection is the central system for unlocking new heroes, especially for players who are not spending heavily. Each time you upgrade a hero, you gain one Star Collection level.
- Upgrading a Hero: Requires both Zeni and Hero Memories. Each new level demands progressively more of both resources.
- Efficiency Tip: Since every upgrade grants only a single Star Collection level regardless of cost, it is optimal to focus on upgrading lower-level heroes with cheaper Zeni requirements.
This efficiency ensures steady progress while conserving limited Zeni reserves.
How to get Hero Memories
Hero Memories are essential for upgrades, and there are three primary acquisition methods. Understanding which to prioritize is critical for long-term progression.
1. Standard Battles
- Playing Standard Battles with a hero gives a chance to earn Hero Memories.
- At the end of each match, rewards may include either:
- Memories for the hero used, or
- Memories for a random owned hero.
- (Estimated ratio: ~50/50).
Daily Diminishing Returns:
- Early daily matches can yield 60+ Memories.
- Later matches progressively drop to 40, then 30, eventually as low as 1–6 Memories.
- This mechanic encourages daily play over extended grinding.
2. Shop Purchases
- The shop occasionally sells 50 Memories for 80–100 Zeni.
- Given Zeni’s extreme scarcity, this exchange is inefficient and not recommended for F2P or low-spending players.
3. Duplicate Characters
- Acquiring a duplicate hero (e.g., via Star Collection or Gems) grants 5,000 Memories for that hero.
- While the number is high, the cost in Zeni and opportunity loss make this an inefficient strategy for resource-conscious players.
Zeni Management
Zeni is the most restrictive resource in the game.
- Main Source: Primarily gained through the Battle Pass, with limited amounts per season.
- Scarcity Impact: Spending Zeni on shop items or high-cost upgrades can leave players unable to progress in the Star Collection, effectively blocking new hero unlocks.
Key Rule: Only use Zeni for the lowest-cost hero upgrades available.
Optimal Strategy for Unlocking Heroes
To prevent stalled progress and maximize unlock potential, follow this sequence:
- Play Standard Battles using low-level heroes to farm their Memories.
- Upgrade heroes with the lowest Zeni cost to progress Star Collection levels.
- Only unlock new heroes you do not already own from the Star Collection, ensuring you maintain a pool of inexpensive upgrade options.
This strategy avoids the common “account brick” scenario seen during Beta, where players exhausted Zeni on inefficient purchases.
Notes:
- If more reliable Zeni farming methods are introduced in the future, these restrictions may ease. For now, conservation is critical.
- Running out of Zeni is not permanent. The next Battle Pass cycle provides a new influx, and occasional free shop rolls may offer small Zeni boosts.
- Players who prefer faster unlocks can choose to spend, but F2P progress remains sustainable with patience and careful resource use.
Do not spend Zeni on the shop or duplicate heroes. Upgrade only low-cost heroes for Star Collection levels. Farm Memories daily through Standard Battles instead of long grinding sessions. Prioritize new heroes in Star Collection for more efficient progression!