Ethan Crossfield 
Dragon Ball remains one of esports and gaming’s most reliable IP pipelines, and the next 18 months could be especially stacked. Based on what’s currently in motion, fans should expect at least eight new official releases by the end of 2027—spanning anime, manga, and several major game updates.
Anime and manga: the franchise’s core gets fresh momentum
Even with the spotlight often landing on games, Dragon Ball’s anime and manga are still the engine that keeps the wider universe expanding. The biggest near-term anchor is an anime remake tied to Beerus—scheduled for fall 2026—bringing fans back to the early Dragon Ball Super setup around the God of Destruction.
Beyond that, an adaptation of the Moro Saga (also referred to as the Galactic Patrol arc) is in production. The source doesn’t lock in a specific window, but it’s framed as coming in the near-to-far future, which suggests a longer runway rather than an immediate drop.
On the manga side, Dragon Ball Super has been on an indefinite hiatus since Akira Toriyama’s passing and the conclusion of the Super Hero arc. However, artist Toyotaro has confirmed the manga series will continue, with teasing that a return is on the way. For fans tracking release cadence, that confirmation matters: it signals that official continuation is planned, even if timing remains flexible.
Games on deck: Sparking Zero DLC lands July 30
The most immediate release mentioned is for Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. The game launched in October 2024 as a continuation of the Budokai Tenkaichi fighting series, and it’s now set to receive its next major update: Super Limit-Breaking DLC on July 30.
The DLC is positioned as a substantial content drop. Confirmed inclusions include an expanded roster featuring 30 new characters, new customization options, and a new single-player progression mode called Limit Breaker Journey. There are also additional Extra + Episode Battles. In other words, this isn’t only a roster expansion—it’s built to extend both long-term character growth and repeatable content.
Looking further ahead, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is expected in 2027. The source frames Xenoverse 2 as a standout for the franchise and highlights that a sequel is coming, with more information likely to appear during fall 2026 and early 2027. While the article stops short of a specific release date, it clearly treats 2027 as the year fans should plan around for another Xenoverse entry.
Mobile and “what’s next”: multiple ecosystems, one sustained run
Outside of full console/PC releases, the Dragon Ball ecosystem also includes major mobile titles. The source calls out a lively community across Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle and Dragon Ball Legends, plus Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra.
For the next 18 months, the tone is set by ongoing updates and confirmed direction points: Cell Max’s return in DBZ Dokkan Battle and the upcoming release of Jiren in Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra are highlighted as examples of what’s coming. The takeaway is that even when the headline releases are elsewhere, these games are still expected to deliver meaningful new content.
Finally, there’s an open question that many fans are actively watching: where does Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot 2 fit in? The source notes that while updates are known for the anime/manga side and for three major game lines, only two large game updates are clearly on the calendar. It doesn’t claim a sequel is confirmed, but it argues that another Kakarot announcement—or even a release—would be a logical third pillar alongside Sparking Zero’s competitive fighting and Xenoverse 3’s RPG-style character storytelling.
Key points
- Fall 2026 is targeted for a Dragon Ball Super Beerus-focused remake.
- An anime adaptation of the Moro Saga is in production, with a release expected later.
- Dragon Ball Sparking Zero’s Super Limit-Breaking DLC arrives July 30 with 30 new characters and more modes.
- Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is expected in 2027, while mobile titles like Dokkan Battle and Gekishin Squadra continue major updates.
Confirmed timing and update scope (from current reporting)
| Release / Update | Window or Date | What’s included (high-level) |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Ball Super Beerus Remake (anime) | Fall 2026 | Remake of the early Beerus-related God of Destruction story arc |
| Dragon Ball Super Moro Saga anime adaptation | Near-to-far future | Anime adaptation in production (no exact date provided) |
| Super Limit-Breaking DLC for Dragon Ball Sparking Zero | July 30 | 30 new characters, customization options, Limit Breaker Journey, Extra + Episode Battles |
| Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 | 2027 (likely early) | Sequel expected; more details expected in fall 2026 and early 2027 |
| Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle | Next 18 months | Cell Max’s return is set to occur |
| Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra | Next 18 months | Jiren is scheduled for an upcoming release |
Expert View
For the market, this looks like a deliberate “multi-surface” strategy: the franchise is feeding anime and manga continuity while keeping game communities active with both live updates (mobile) and major content beats (Sparking Zero DLC, Xenoverse 3). For competitive players and streamers, Sparking Zero’s July 30 DLC is the clearest near-term catalyst—new characters and progression modes typically reshape short-term meta conversations and content calendars. In parallel, the production pipeline for major anime arcs suggests the wider Dragon Ball fandom will have fresh narrative hooks to keep engagement elevated, which can reinforce demand for game events and character-focused marketing as 2027 approaches.
