Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026: Full Recap of Announcements

The Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 took place the weekend of April 18–19, 2026, delivering a series of major announcements across the Dragon Ball franchise. Highlights included new Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and Xenoverse 3 content, a Dragon Ball FighterZ DLC pack, and an expansion for Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. New releases begin as early as April 22, 2026, with additional updates scheduled for later in the year.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Adds Super Saiyan 4 Goku in Daima DLC

Dragon Ball FighterZ is receiving a new Daima DLC featuring a Super Saiyan 4 Goku character. This update launches on April 22, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

The DLC includes:

  • 12 color themes for Super Saiyan 4 Goku
  • Three avatars
  • Three Z stamps

A trailer showcasing the new character was released during the event.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Super Limit-Breaking Neo Expansion Announced

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will receive the Super Limit-Breaking Neo expansion in Summer 2026. This update introduces the Limit Breaker Journey solo mode, featuring multiple scenarios and training options.

The expansion also includes:

  • Over 20 customization options for costumes and skills
  • More than 30 playable characters, including:
Champa, Cheelai, Chilled, Demon King Piccolo, Fasha, General Blue, Grandpa Gohan, Hell Fighter 17, Jaco, King Vegeta, Mercenary Tao, Mighty Mask, Nam, Nuova Shenron (GT), Pikkon, Salza, Super 17, Super Saiyan Bardock, Super Saiyan Trunks (GT), Super Saiyan Vegeta (GT), Supreme Kai, Tora, Trunks, Uub (Kid), Vegeta (GT), and Zangya.

A first trailer for the expansion was unveiled during the event.

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Trailer Debuts

A new Dragon Ball Super: Beerus trailer was shown, featuring scenes with Goku and Beerus. The teaser concluded with a brief appearance of Frieza.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Receives Final DLC: Future Saga Chapter 4

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will get its final DLC, Future Saga Chapter 4, launching in Summer 2026 for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Announced for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC

The next entry in the series, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, was officially announced. The game is set for a 2027 release window and will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.

The announcement included a trailer featuring an anime segment introducing a new character named Brett.

Dragon Ball FighterZ Super Saiyan 4 Goku Trailer

A trailer for the Super Saiyan 4 Goku DLC in Dragon Ball FighterZ was released. The footage showcases the character’s moves and appearance.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Super Limit-Breaking Neo Trailer

A trailer for the Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Super Limit-Breaking Neo expansion was also unveiled, highlighting gameplay and new features.

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Trailer (Japanese)

The latest Dragon Ball Super: Beerus trailer was released, though it is currently available only in Japanese.

Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2027: What’s Next?

No official dates have been set for Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2027. Past events, including the 2026 installment, have traditionally taken place in Los Angeles, California during the first half of the year.

Source: Siliconera