Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Announced: Release Window, Story Details, and What to Expect
- Yash Choudhary
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
After years of waiting, Bandai Namco Entertainment has finally revealed Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 the next major installment in its popular arena fighting series. The announcement came during the annual Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026, confirming long-standing rumors of a new sequel.
A New Era in the Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Series
It's been nearly a decade since Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, and fans have been eager for a new installment. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is set to deliver an entirely new experience with a futuristic twist.
The game is set in West City, which has been reimagined with cutting-edge technology and modern design. Players will once again create their own custom character, but this time the setting includes Capsule Corp-style social media and music streaming systems built right into the Scouter device.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Story and Setting
In this new storyline, players join a group called the Greater Saiyans, who are tasked with protecting the world from an unknown threat. While full story details are still unknown, the developers promise a unique story set in an unexplored timeline.
According to Bandai Namco, the game will allow players to "choose the hero they want to become," building on the series' tradition of player-driven storytelling.
Akira Toriyama's final contributions
Akira Toriyama, the legendary creator of Dragon Ball, who died in 2024, helped shape the game's characters and world. Early previews revealed that his work influenced both male and female character designs, making this title particularly meaningful to fans.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Platforms and Release Date
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is set to release in 2027 and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam. The game is being developed by Dimps, the same studio that worked on the previous Xenoverse games, so fans can expect a similar style with new improvements and features.
With a new setting, new gameplay ideas, and Akira Toriyama's lasting influence, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 appears to be a major upcoming anime game. After years of support for the previous game Bandai Namco is now preparing a full sequel. While the game is scheduled for release in 2027, fans can already look forward to what comes next.
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