Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 officially confirmed for 2027; Featuring original work by Akira Toriyama

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After a decade of waiting and endless DLC cycles for its predecessor, Bandai Namco has finally broken the internet. What was previously teased as Project Age 1000 has been officially unveiled as Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3. The news comes as a massive relief to fans who have spent the last 11 years patrolling the timeline in the second installment.

From “Age 1000” to a True Sequel

Initially revealed in January under the mysterious title Age 1000, many hardcore fans speculated that the project might be a revival of the 2010 MMORPG Dragon Ball Online. However, a recent trailer—and a slight social media slip-up on Bandai Namco’s Southeast Asian YouTube channel—has confirmed that this is indeed the next mainline Xenoverse title.

Akira Toriyama’s Final Legacy

The most poignant aspect of this announcement is the confirmed involvement of the late Akira Toriyama. Although the legendary creator passed away in 2024, Bandai Namco revealed that development for Xenoverse 3 began in the late 2010s.

• Years of Investment: Over half a decade has been poured into the project.
• Original Content: The game will feature never-before-seen characters and world-building elements designed by Toriyama himself.
• A Heartfelt Tribute: Toriyama’s name is prominently featured at the start of the new trailer, signaling that this game serves as one of his final major contributions to the franchise.

Trailer Highlights: Bulma, Custom Heroes, and a Piccolo Tease

The 4-minute reveal trailer focuses heavily on the series’ staple: Custom Character Creation.

• The Guide: Bulma (voiced in English) serves as the primary narrator, welcoming new recruits to what appears to be a revamped hub world.
• Eagle-Eyed Spot: At around the 30-second mark, fans spotted a brief glimpse of Piccolo’s iconic cape, confirming that the classic cast will return as mentors for our custom avatars.

Launch Window and Platforms

By the time Xenoverse 3 hits shelves in 2027, it will have been exactly 11 years since the release of Xenoverse 2. Bandai Namco is clearly aiming for a true “next-gen” experience.

Abwavesgame Take

While Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero has been holding down the fort for arena fighter fans, the return of the Xenoverse RPG formula is exactly what the community needs. With Toriyama’s final designs and a decade of technical improvements, Xenoverse 3 isn’t just a sequel—it’s an era-defining release for the Dragon Ball mythos.

Are you ready to retire your Xenoverse 2 hero after 11 years, or will you try to recreate your legendary Time Patroller in the new engine?

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