Bandai Namco has officially unveiled 'Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3', slated for a 2027 release. The announcement, made during the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 event, confirms the long-rumored project, previously known as 'Dragon Ball Project: Age 1000'. This next installment in the action-RPG franchise promises a departure from established timelines, plunging players into an entirely new Dragon Ball world and its original events. Development is targeting current-generation platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, signaling a commitment to a next-gen experience.
The core revelation is the shift to a fresh narrative canvas, moving beyond rehashing familiar Dragon Ball sagas. This suggests an ambitious undertaking to explore uncharted territories within the expansive universe. The game's setting is confirmed to be Age 1000, a significant leap into the future, far beyond the conclusion of Dragon Ball Z. Early promotional material hints at a new protagonist, seemingly summoned by a character resembling Bulma, embarking on an adventure with allies within this reimagined setting. Akira Toriyama, the late creator, is credited with designing the new main character and the lore for this fresh universe.
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Updates regarding other 'Dragon Ball' titles were also part of the event. 'Dragon Ball GEKISHIN SQUADRA' will feature a collaboration with 'Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2' and host its first offline World Championship in Japan. Additionally, 'Dragon Ball FighterZ' continues its roster expansion with the addition of Goku (Super Saiyan 4, DAIMA) as downloadable content.
A Decade in the Making
The reveal of 'Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3' ends a nearly decade-long wait since the release of its predecessor. While 'Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2' has continued to receive downloadable content, speculation about a true sequel had largely centered on the potential of 'Project: Age 1000'. The official confirmation, coupled with a new anime-style trailer, has reignited anticipation among fans for a fresh narrative journey. This new entry is positioned to potentially usher in a new era for 'Dragon Ball' game adaptations, particularly following the creative contributions of the late Akira Toriyama. Notably, the game is skipping a Nintendo Switch 2 release at this time.
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