The headline announcement from this weekend’s Dragon Ball Battle Hour has finally lifted the veil on the project previously known as Age 1000: it is officially Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3. Fans have been eagerly anticipating this announcement for a decade, and the latest installment in this hybrid RPG-fighting franchise is slated for release next year.
Set during the enigmatic “Age 1000” era, the debut trailer offers a vibrant look at a futuristic metropolis through the eyes of a spirited, Saiyan-like protagonist. The character, sporting an aesthetic reminiscent of young Gohan, displays a unique flair—switching into a crime-fighting ensemble that echoes the Great Saiyaman aesthetic. The footage also features a mysterious, white-haired youth previously teased in early promotional material, alongside appearances from Bulma, Piccolo, and Gamma 2 from Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero.
While gameplay mechanics and narrative specifics remain largely under wraps, Bandai Namco has offered a promising glimpse of what to expect. According to the publisher, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 aims to carry forward the series’ legacy, offering a fresh, expansive experience in a previously uncharted corner of the Dragon Ball multiverse, meticulously shaped by the series’ creator, Akira Toriyama.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is scheduled to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. As we count down to the release, feel free to revisit our deep dives into the series’ history by checking out our original reviews for Dragon Ball Xenoverse and its successor, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2.
