His moveset is fundamentally the same as his from All-Star Battle, although a few tweaks have been made to both balance the character and fit him into the overall gameplay changes that All-Star Battle R brought.
As DIO's voice actor since All-Star Battle who also went on to voice him in the Stardust Crusaders anime, Takehito Koyasu reprises his role in this game. As with the majority of the game's roster, voicelines for DIO were either added or re-recorded.
DIO has 840 health and uses the Stand (スタンド, Sutando) Battle Style, fighting foes with The World. During a fight, he can use several different attacks that were featured in Stardust Crusaders.
Command List
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Normals [Stand Off] (通常技, Tsūjō-waza)
Standing Light Attack
ON GROUND
DIO jabs forward, turning his head away.
This pose is a reference to DIO killing a cat in Chapter 255.
Attack type: High Damage: 13
Standing Medium Attack
ON GROUND
DIO swiftly claws forward.
The pose he finishes in is a reference to his Shadow DIO pose.
Attack type: High Damage: 23
Standing Heavy Attack
ON GROUND
DIO swipes forward with a high kick.
Attack type: High Damage: 36
Crouching Light Attack
+ ON GROUND
DIO jabs lightly in front of himself, striking the opponent's knees.
Attack type: Low Damage: 12
Crouching Medium Attack
+ ON GROUND
DIO swiftly claws forward in a large sweep.
Attack type: Low Damage: 22
Crouching Heavy Attack
+ ON GROUND
DIO briefly summons The World to sweep at the opponent's feet, downing them if hit.
Attack type: Low Damage: 35
Jumping Light Attack
Jumping IN AIR OK
DIO kicks diagonally down with one foot.
Attack type: Middle Damage: 17
Jumping Medium Attack
Jumping IN AIR OK
DIO strikes forward with his knee.
Attack type: Middle Damage: 24
Jumping Heavy Attack
Jumping IN AIR OK
DIO briefly summons The World to chop down with its hand.
DIO can summon or dismiss The World, altering his available abilities.
Time, stop!
x2 + ON GROUND
(requires 1.5 stocks of HH)
If DIO has a minimum of one and a half stocks of the Heart Heat Gauge, he can use his signature Stand ability "Time, stop!". If the full activation animation plays uninterrupted, DIO will stop time for 3.4 ~ 6.9 seconds depending on how much of the HHG he has. All animations, including the HHG flame and the countdown on the battle timer, will temporarily cease, and the opponent is frozen in place and completely unable to act. Damage dealt to the opponent that is not a Throw, "I'll give you one chance", "Oh, this suits me well!", HHA, or GHA is reduced, but the opponent is otherwise absolutely vulnerable. When the ability ends and time resumes, the opponent will suffer all damage dealt to them at once. Any knives thrown using "And one more just in case!" or DIO's HHA hang in the air, notably doing more damage if they hit the opponent after time resumes than if they were to have connected immediately. He may use his HHA or GHA with impunity if he has enough of the HHG left to do so. DIO is even capable of hitting opponents that were down when the ability was activated, 'resetting' them into a standing position once hit. The ability is best used with normal attacks in mind in order to deal the most damage within the stopped time, as they execute quickly and their damage reduction within stopped time is insubstantial. If DIO's Throw, the attack variation of "I'll give you one chance", "Oh, this suits me well!", HHA, or GHA is used, time will immediately resume with the HHG drained to zero. If fighting against Jotaro or himself, DIO can use this ability to move within the other fighter's stopped time, and may even outlast his opponent if their HHG runs out first.
An absolute end
x2 + (Stand Off only) ON GROUND WHEN DOWNED
DIO pulls out a sign and brings it down on them. Assuming the opponent gets up in time, this skill is still a middle attack that must be blocked standing.
So close!
(When hit) + (requires 2 stocks of HH) ON GROUND
A combo-breaking skill that can only be used once DIO is hit by any non-Throw/HHA/GHA, or any attack that does not down or send him flying upon the first hit. DIO instantly stops time to escape, suddenly reappearing to the side of where he previously was in relation to the opponent (similar in effect to a Stylish Evade). Its activation consumes two stocks of the Heart Heat Gauge and 35% of the Guard Gauge in return for completely breaking out of an opponent's attack or combo, and functions in the exact same manner as Diavolo's "Such futility!" counter.
Now THIS is the greatest high!
Hit opponent with the "Oh, this suits me well!" skill
DIO's attack power and HH Gauge charge rate increases, and the rate at which the Guard Guage drops decreases.
Skills [Stand Off] (コマンド技, Komando-waza)
"Right in front of me?!"
+ //ON GROUND
Using its ability, The World suddenly appears at certain distances and delivers a melee strike. The resulting attack is dependent on the attack button inputted.
Light () - The World delivers an uppercut in front of DIO, knocking the opponent off their feet. This doubles as an anti-air attack. (Flash Cancel comboable)
Medium () - The World appears a distance forward and delivers a downwards punch, knocking the opponent straight to the ground to down them.
Heavy () - The World appears a distance forward, close to the ground, and delivers a low punch, knocking the opponent off their feet. This version of the attack is a low attack that must be blocked crouching. (Flash Cancel comboable)
If "Time, stop!" is active, The World does not flash forward and instead flies into position before attacking.
I'll give you one chance
+ //ON GROUND
DIO swaggers toward the opponent before stopping to pose. If hit by a non-Throw/HHA/GHA attack during this walk, the "He's... gone!" special will automatically trigger. The distance and duration of DIO's walk depends on the input, with being the longest.
"He's... gone!"
When triggered by I'll give you one chance, DIO teleports to the other side of the opponent before delivering a strike, launching them upwards.
Oh, this suits me well!
+ // (rapidly tap to drain more health) ON GROUND
Unblockable command throw. DIO swings at the opponent open-handed, with the distance depending on the input. If he connects, he'll knock them to the ground, plunge his fingers into them, and drain their blood, stealing a moderate amount of health for himself.
This is the greatest 'high'!
Passive effect after "Oh, this suits me well!" ON GROUND
If "Oh, this suits me well!" is performed on any member of the Joestar lineage from the original timeline: Jonathan, Joseph, Jotaro, Josuke 4, Giorno, or Jolyne, DIO will jab his finger into his head and twist it as he laughs maniacally, automatically granting him half a bar of his HHG. This ability can only occur once the entire match.
And one more just in case!
+ //ON GROUND
Special-cancelable. DIO summons The World to quickly throw a knife straight forward. The attack button inputted determines the speed of the knife.
Normals [Stand On] (通常技, Tsūjō-waza)
Standing Light Attack
ON GROUND
The World quickly kicks forward and low with one foot.
Attack type: High Damage: 15
Standing Medium Attack
ON GROUND
The World swiftly punches forward with one fist
Attack type: High Damage: 25
Standing Heavy Attack
ON GROUND
The World kicks high-forward with one fully-extended leg.
Attack type: High Damage: 38
Crouching Light Attack
+ ON GROUND
The World punches forward at the opponent's waist.
Attack type: Low Damage: 14
Crouching Medium Attack
+ ON GROUND
The World punches strongly forward at the opponent's waist
Attack type: High Damage: 24
Crouching Heavy Attack
+ ON GROUND
The World sweeps forward with its fist, spinning and downing hit opponents.
Attack type: Low Damage: 27
Jumping Light Attack
Jumping IN AIR OK
The World punches down.
Attack type: Middle Damage: 21
Jumping Medium Attack
Jumping IN AIR OK
The World chops circularly upward with it's hand, knocking and downing hit opponents.
DIO can summon or dismiss The World, altering his available abilities.
Time, stop!
x2 + ON GROUND
(requires 1.5 stocks of HH)
If DIO has a minimum of one and a half stocks of the Heart Heat Gauge, he can use his signature Stand ability "Time, stop!". If the full activation animation plays uninterrupted, DIO will stop time for 3.4 ~ 6.9 seconds depending on how much of the HHG he has. All animations, including the HHG flame and the countdown on the battle timer, will temporarily cease, and the opponent is frozen in place and completely unable to act. Damage dealt to the opponent that is not a Throw, "I'll give you one chance", "Oh, this suits me well!", HHA, or GHA is reduced, but the opponent is otherwise absolutely vulnerable. When the ability ends and time resumes, the opponent will suffer all damage dealt to them at once. Any knives thrown using "And one more just in case!" or DIO's HHA hang in the air, notably doing more damage if they hit the opponent after time resumes than if they were to have connected immediately. He may use his HHA or GHA with impunity if he has enough of the HHG left to do so. DIO is even capable of hitting opponents that were down when the ability was activated, 'resetting' them into a standing position once hit. The ability is best used with normal attacks in mind in order to deal the most damage within the stopped time, as they execute quickly and their damage reduction within stopped time is insubstantial. If DIO's Throw, the attack variation of "I'll give you one chance", "Oh, this suits me well!", HHA, or GHA is used, time will immediately resume with the HHG drained to zero. If fighting against Jotaro or himself, DIO can use this ability to move within the other fighter's stopped time, and may even outlast his opponent if their HHG runs out first.
Rumble Mode
Activates below 30% health
DIO's attack power and HH Gauge charge rate increases, and the rate at which the Guard Guage drops decreases.
Skills [Stand On] (コマンド技, Komando-waza)
MUDA MUDA MUDA MUDA!
+ //ON GROUND
The World rushes forward with a barrage of punches, advancing on the opponent and knocking them back. The attack button inputted determines the distance the Stand travels. This ability can initiate Rush Mode. (Flash Cancel comboable)
My Stand's full power!
+ //IN AIR OK
While in midair, The World rapidly punches downward, finishing with an upward kick that sends the opponent high into the air. The first punch is a middle attack that must be blocked standing. A Stand Rush skill that DIO can disconnect from to freely act while it is executing.
This is...The World!
+ //ON GROUND
After a brief delay, The World delivers an unblockable, potent punch that deals high knockback.
Medium () - DIO and his Stand reappear a short distance forward by stopping time before delivering the attack.
Heavy () - DIO and his Stand reappear a larger distance forward by stopping time before delivering the attack.
If "Time, stop!" is active, neither DIO nor The World move forward and instead deliver the attack from a stationary position.
Throw (投げ技, Nage-waza)
What just happened?
2 ATK buttons at close range or ON GROUND
The World picks the opponent up by the neck and briefly stops time. When time resumes, the opponent has been punched through the abdomen and is sent flying.
Heart Heat Attack / Great Heat Attack (ＨＨＡ / ＧＨＡ)
Scared, are we?
+ 2 ATK Buttons ON GROUND
DIO tauntingly points out how pale his opponent has gotten and performs a roundhouse kick sliding forward. If the kick connects, the opponent is sent flying into the air as DIO stops time and throws 48 knives that surround them at most angles, before resuming time and letting them get skewered. If "Time, stop!" is active, the HHA will change to simply DIO and The World both launching a multitude of knives in a fanning wave, but deal less damage. If quick enough, the HHA can be performed twice during stopped time if DIO's Heart Heat Gauge has three stocks, ultimately dealing more damage than the HHA's original version, but only if the knives strike after time resumes instead of immediately due to the damage reduction effect of stopped time. This HHA bears similarity to Shadow DIO's "Checkmate" super from the Capcom game.
This is a road roller!
+ 3 ATK Buttons, or ON GROUND
DIO confidently sends The World out to attack with a heavy punch. If the Stand successfully strikes the victim, DIO will stop time, jump high into the air and off-screen, and bring the infamous road roller down on his victim. He then elbows the vehicle repeatedly, heavily denting it in the process, before jumping off and resuming time, thus allowing the damaged vehicle to explode while it is still crushing his opponent. If the same move is done against Jotaro, he summons Star Platinum to try to punch the roller away. If Jotaro specifically inputs his "I stopped time..." ability over the course of the GHA, a special animation will play where DIO is blindsided by Jotaro stopping time and reappearing behind him, before the two clash and break away from each other. While this doesn't negate the full damage of the whole attack, it does negate the damage of the road roller's explosion, making the GHA deal less than half of its total damage. DIO and Jotaro are also left at opposite ends of the arena, rather than DIO holding the advantageous position of his opponent being left downed and close to him after the attack.
Assist System (アシストシステム, Ashisuto Shisutemu)
Assault Assist (アサルトアシスト, Asaruto Ashisuto)
ON GROUND
A two-stock assist. DIO appears and summons The World to deliver a potent unblockable body blow, stopping time and reappearing a distance forward.
Reversal Assist (リバーサルアシスト, Ribāsaru Ashisuto)
ON GROUND
DIO flies in, striking the opponent back with The World's fist before taunting and disappearing again with a snap of his fingers.
This special now executes drastically slower, giving DIO's opponent more time to interrupt him and making it more difficult to successfully stop time.
An absolute end
This command normal can now be performed regardless if the opponent is down or not.
Rather than delivering a hard knockdown against a standing opponent, the attack now knocks them off their feet in a launching attack.
Skills
"Right in front of me?!"
+ //
The input for this skill has been changed, replacing the input for "He's... gone!".
The Medium input () now delivers a soft knockdown instead of a hard knockdown, allowing the opponent to Down Evade.
I'll give you one chance
x2 + //
The input for this skill has been changed, simplifying the execution required to perform it.
The move is now simply a moving counter, automatically triggering "He's... gone!" upon being struck by a non-Throw/HHA/GHA attack. This change also keeps this Medium version () of this skill from becoming redundant with the new universal Stylish Guard mechanic.
The duration and travel distance of the attack is now affected by the attack button inputted in descending order, with Heavy () input allowing DIO to act near-instantly.
DIO can now fully act again the moment he stops to pose, greatly reducing this skill's recovery period.
"He's... gone!"
This skill is no longer a manual input, and now only activates automatically when "I'll give you one chance" is triggered.
DIO now teleports to the opponent's other side before delivering the strike.
The attack now launches the opponent upwards, allowing DIO the ability to begin a combo from it.
Oh, this suits me well!
+ //
The input for this skill has been changed, and the attack is now an unblockable command throw.
The distance DIO shifts forward is now determined by the attack button inputted.
And one more just in case!
This skill is now special-cancelable, allowing DIO to chain into other skills. This also includes into itself, granting the ability to continuously throw knives at a rapid rate.
MUDA MUDA MUDA MUDA!
The attack now knocks the opponent off their feet instead of delivering a hard knockdown.
My Stand's full power!
The attack now launches the opponent higher.
This is... The World!
All versions of this skill are unblockable, which now includes the Light version ().
The attack no longer sends the opponent flying into the stage wall, now only dealing high knockback.
Medal List
Costumes & Tints
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The camera starts at DIO's feet, panning up to reveal DIO in his pose from Chapter 247 where he reveals himself to Polnareff.
Round Win Pose 1
After winning a round
DIO says "Hmph. Waste of time.", and then proceeds to cross his arms in a way which resembles his pose from Chapter 250.
Round Win Pose 2
After winning a round
DIO announces his need for "more blood" before re-enacting his 'Shadow DIO' pose from Cover B of Chapter 118.
Downed Pose
When downed on the ground
DIO clutches his the side of his head as if he had been hit there, reminiscent of how his skull was crushed by Star Platinum in Chapter 261.
Dialogue
Taunts
“
WRYYYYYYYYYY!
”
“
Heh heh heh heh. I'll give you one chance.
”
“
You! You were looking!
”
“
Can you see it?
”
“
Well done.
”
“
I'm asking you! Can you see it or not?!
”
“
I'm satisfied enough. Now there's no need to play with your toys anymore!
”
“
Relax. No need to be scared sick.
”
“
Foolish human! I will rule over you! Bow before my might and intelligence!
”
“
I promise I'll suck all the blood out of you!
”
“
A trickster, are you?
”
“
Heh... I'll give you some credit.
”
“
Too slow!
”
“
Let me test you out a little more...
”
“
That's all?
”
“
Time to end this, now.
”
“
I think I like you.
”
“
What's wrong? You're trembling.
”
“
Useless, useless!
”
“
You'll just have to die.
”
Victory Lines
“
Hah! Checkmate! You've walked right into my trap!
”
“
You could serve me forever, hm? I can offer you an eternal security.
”
“
I, DIO, possess none of that! All I have is one simple principle... Just one! Win, and seize control! That's it! That alone is my satisfaction!
”
“
Wanting only a content, quiet life? What nonsense from life forms no better than dung!
”
“
Oh, what rapture! Soon I'll be able to stop time for one, ten, even sixty minutes...
”
“
Methods? Means? Irrelevant!
”
“
Jonathan's body... Don't you think the Joestar blood goes most perfectly with it?
”
“
Good thing I was able to kill you early!
”
“
Nothing but sapless scum now! Hehehehe!
”
“
I still feel the power...
”
“
Oh, this feels goo-oo-ood!
”
“
I'll offer your a proposal: Why not become my partner?
”
“
I must eliminate Jonathan's bloodline for once and for all...
”
“
Just to make this clear, I'm not afraid of Joestar, just his foul bloodline!
”
“
Go down two steps. I'll let you join me again. But if you want to die... step upward.
”
“
My left side is weak... This body still isn't fully used to me.
”
“
This is The World. Not that you can see or feel it. Time has stopped for you.
”
Tag Lines
“
This is... The World!
”
“
Useless, useless, useless, useless, USELESS!
”
“
Methods? Means? Irrelevant!
”
“
WRYYYYYYYYYYYY!
”
“
You! You were looking!
”
“
You just alked into my checkmate!
”
“
It's a steamroller!
”
“
I could get used to this. I could really get used to this! Hahaha!
”
“
To stand on top of the world is to know no fear!
”
“
Now THIS is the greatest high! AHA HA HA HA HA!
”
“
Relax. No need to be scared sick.
”
“
The sidewalk is wide enough, yes?
”
Special Interactions
After taking a Joestar's blood, DIO will re-enact his "Now THIS is the greatest high!" moment from Stardust Crusaders.
When DIO attacks Jotaro Kujo with his Great Heat Attack, Jotaro initially holds the vehicle back with punches from Star Platinum.
If Jotaro decides to activate his timestop during this GHA, this interaction is extended: After Jotaro is eventually 'crushed', DIO celebrates his victory momentarily, before himself being trapped in a timestop, unable to move. Jotaro is then revealed to be standing behind DIO, claiming he stopped time and escaped. This interaction is reminiscent of Chapters 263 & 264. However, rather than Jotaro succesfully kicking DIO away like is done in the original story, DIO is instead able to free himself, causing The World and Star Platinum to clash fists before both Users are blown away.
When punched by Giorno Giovanna's Heart Heat Attack, Gold Experience's fist strikes the side of DIO's skull, similar to how Jotaro did in their confrontation.[3]
Like all vampires and Pillar Men in ASBR, DIO will burn up in the sunlight of the Situation Finish for the DIO's Mansion stage.
Dialogue
Outside of the All-Star Battle Mode, DIO has unique interaction dialogue for both his match entrances and victories when facing certain characters.
The player's attack power is decreased. The opponent's health continuously refills.
Secret Missions
1. Land a 5-hit combo: 1000 G 2. Attack the opponent's Stand: The World Reference Sketch 3. Land the "Frozen in your tracks!" skill: Dio's Theme 4. Win with a Great Heat Attack: Dio Special Outfit A
Entrance Dialogue
DIO: Testing my Stand against my former self... how amusing! Dio: A Stand, you say? Interesting. Try it on me!
Victory Dialogue
Dio: Your Stand was surprising at first, but now I know it's nothing to fear!
The opponent's defense and Ripple damage are increased.
Secret Missions
1. Execute a Flash Cancel: 1000 G 2. Use the "Oh, this suits me well!" skill: DIO Publicity Artwork 3. Land the "This is... The World!" skill: The World 3D Model 4. Win with a Great Heat Attack: DIO Special Outfit A
Entrance Dialogue
Jonathan: Dio?! And that body! DIO: So an encounter that crosses time itself, is it, JoJo?!
Victory Dialogue
DIO: My friend... This body will continue to serve me into the future!
Defeat Dialogue
Jonathan: Dio... This will be the end for good...
Boss Battle (★★★★)
Unlock Conditions: Clear two panels on the same page.
The opponent's Heart Heat Gauge and health continuously refill.
Secret Missions
1. Land a First Attack: 1000 G 2. Attack the opponent's Stand: Road Roller Reference Sketch 3. Land a Great Heat Attack: Jotaro's Theme 4. Win in Rush Mode: Jotaro Special Outfit A
Entrance Dialogue
Jotaro: You bastard! DIO: This is it... the final round!
Victory Dialogue
Jotaro: There's only one reason you lost, DIO... A simple one. You pissed me off.
Defeat Dialogue
DIO: Invincible! Immortal! And with the most powerful Stand! None can surpass me!
The player's Heart Heat Gauge and the opponent's health continuously refill.
Secret Missions
1. Use the "Fighting on the run!" style: 1000 G 2. Use the "Cunning Tactician" skill: Old Joseph Publicity Artwork 3. Land the "Hermit Purple!" skill: Old Joseph's Theme
Entrance Dialogue
Old Joseph: Kakyoin's not one to fool around at a time like this... Why would he go that way? DIO: Joseph... You're next!
Victory Dialogue
Old Joseph: N-No! It can't be! DIO's The World can really stop time?!
Defeat Dialogue
DIO: Joseph! Grandson of Jonathan! I have smitten you at last!
1. Use the "He's... gone!" skill: 1000 G 2. Use the "Stop, time!" skill: The World Publicity Artwork 3. Land a 50-hit combo: Kosaku Color Tint C
Entrance Dialogue
DIO: You want peace, do you? I could give it to you... if you truly want it. Kosaku: Can I help you? I don't want any trouble, so can you just leave me be?
Victory Dialogue
DIO: You're a powerful Stand user. I think I'll implant a flesh bud into you rather than killing you.
Defeat Dialogue
Kosaku: I'll blow you away to protect my peaceful life.
1. Use the "Oh, this suits me well!" skill: 1000 G 2. Land the "Right in front of me?!" skill: Gold Experience Requiem Publicity Artwork 3. Use the "So close!" special: Gold Experience 3D Model 4. Win with a Great Heat Attack: DIO Special Outfit B
Entrance Dialogue
DIO: Who're you...? You seem close to me... but far away as well. Giorno: No... it can't be you!
Victory Dialogue
DIO: You... I like you.
Defeat Dialogue
Giorno: I'll use the power I inherited from you for my own dreams!
Boss Battle (★★★★★)
Unlock Conditions: Clear three panels on the same page.
The player's defense is increased. The opponent's attack power is increased. The opponent's health continuously refills.
Secret Missions
1. Land a First Attack: 1000 G 2. Land the "Hierophant's Barrier" skill: Hierophant Green Publicity Artwork 3. Land a Great Heat Attack: Kakyoin's Theme 4. Win with a Dramatic Finish: Kakyoin Special Outfit A
Entrance Dialogue
Kakyoin: I'm gonna unravel the secret of your Stand, DIO! DIO: You fool. Know this... the power of The World allows you to rule over everything!
Victory Dialogue
Kakyoin: I got it! It's time! He can stop time itself!
Defeat Dialogue
DIO: You haven't even noticed that you're dead. No way you would ever realize it...
The opponent's health and the player's Heart Heat Gauge continuously refill. The player's attack power is decreased.
Secret Missions
1. Use the "Stringing me for a ride!" special: 1000 G 2. Use the "I won't cut my string yet!" skill: Stone Free Publicity Artwork 3. Land a 300-hit combo: Jolyne Color Tint D
Entrance Dialogue
DIO: I can tell, girl... that you are something more than simply a meal for DIO! Jolyne: I've gotta crush you into smithereens! I get that now!
Victory Dialogue
Jolyne: I'll free my dad from his fate right now!
Defeat Dialogue
DIO: Hah! How did a Joestar child become so competitive?
User of the StandThe World, and the archenemy of the Joestars. In the final showdown in Egypt, he uses his Time Stop ability to kill Kakyoin and defeat Joseph and Polnareff. He loses in one-on-one combat with Jotaro, however, and dies.[4]
ON GROUND 
ON GROUND 
ON GROUND 
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ON GROUND 
+ 
Normal Costume
Special Costume A
Win in Rush Mode
Special Costume B
Special Costume C
8500G
Special Costume D
Color Tint A
Color Tint B
Color Tint C
Color Tint D
Taunt A
Taunt B
Taunt C
Taunt D
Taunt E
Victory A
Victory B
Victory C
Victory D
Victory E
Taunts
The World Reference Sketch
Dio's Theme
Dio Special Outfit A
The World 3D Model
Kosaku Color Tint C
