After a decade of speculation, rumours, and enough DLC to power a Spirit Bomb, Bandai Namco has finally made it official: Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is happening.
The announcement, which dropped during the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026, confirms that the third instalment in the massive RPG-fighter hybrid series is slated for a 2027 release. It is heading to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
A New Era: Welcome to AGE 1000
For years, the “Xenoverse” formula relied on correcting the timeline of the Z-Fighters we know and love. However, Xenoverse 3 is shifting gears. The game will be set in AGE 1000, an era previously teased under the cryptic working title “Project Age 1000.”
This isn’t just a minor jump forward; it’s a completely new setting crafted with involvement from the late, legendary Akira Toriyama. Here’s what we know so far:
- The Setting: Players will explore a vibrant, fully realised version of West City in the distant future.
- The Story: Instead of just “fixing” the past, the narrative centres on joining the Great Saiyan Squad. You’ll fight alongside new allies as events unfold in a world that hasn’t been explored in the previous games.
- The Protagonist: True to the series’ roots, you’ll create your own custom hero, but the stakes and the “hero’s journey” are being rebuilt from the ground up to feel like a fresh start for the franchise.
Technical Leap: Current-Gen Only
In a move that will likely please tech enthusiasts but sting for those still on older hardware, Xenoverse 3 is leaving the previous generation behind. By focusing exclusively on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, the developers (Dimps) are finally free from the technical constraints of the PS4/Xbox One era.
Expect a massive jump in graphical fidelity, more seamless transitions between the hub world and combat, and potentially much larger battle arenas.
| Feature | Xenoverse 2 | Xenoverse 3 |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2027 |
| Primary Hub | Conton City | West City (AGE 1000) |
| Platforms | PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC | PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam |
| Development Focus | Timeline Corrections | New Era Exploration |
The End of an Era for Xenoverse 2
While the hype for Xenoverse 3 is real, it does mark the beginning of the end for its predecessor. Bandai Namco confirmed that Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will receive its final piece of DLC, Future Saga Chapter 4, in the Summer of 2026.
It’s been a legendary run for a game that stayed relevant for over nine years, but the community is more than ready for a “Next-Gen” power-up.
Note: As of the reveal, there has been no mention of a Nintendo Switch version. Given the hardware requirements for a 2027 title, it’s possible we may not see it on the current Switch, though a “Switch 2” port remains the subject of many fan theories.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is currently in development. Keep your scouts tuned to TechMash for more updates as we get closer to the 2027 launch.
Which race are you planning to build for your first AGE 1000 character?
Find out more here – https://en.bandainamcoent.eu/dragon-ball/dragon-ball-xenoverse-3
#DBXV3 #DragonBall #BandaiNamcoEntertainment #PlayStation #Xbox #Steam #manga #games #gaming #gamers
Leave a Reply