Attack of the Androids

Learn how to beat Android 19 in Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. This guide covers Goku's and Vegeta's fights against the android, including his Energy Absorption trick.

Alright, let's get you through the "Attack of the Androids" part of the game. This section is pretty straightforward, focusing on your initial encounters with Android 19. We'll cover both Goku's fight and then Vegeta stepping in.

Walkthrough:

Goku vs. Android 19

So, you'll start by fighting Android 19 as Goku. Honestly, he's not too complicated. His main move, Spiky Headbutt, is just a straightforward charge. His Eye Beam is exactly what it sounds like – beams from his eyes – and it's pretty easy to dodge. He's not super aggressive, so just focus on chipping away at his health. The fight won't go the distance; it'll end prematurely when you get his health down to about two bars left. After this, there's a cutscene where Goku gets sick, and then Vegeta steps in to finish the job.

Vegeta vs. Android 19

Now you'll take control as Vegeta. Approach Android 19 to start this next phase. This fight is very similar to the one you just had, but Android 19 has a key trick: Energy Absorption. You'll notice when he has a dark aura around him. During this time, if you hit him with any Ki attacks – like Kamehameha or regular energy blasts – he'll absorb them and heal himself! This is a big no-no and can undo a lot of your hard work. So, when you see that dark aura, put away the Ki attacks. Instead, stick to good old-fashioned physical punches and combos. They're still super effective and won't be absorbed. While Android 19 is a bit tougher with this absorption ability, he's still manageable if you play smart and avoid those Ki attacks when he's glowing.

Completing this section progresses the story, leading you into the next major events of the Android Terror Arrives saga.