Bandai Namco has announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, a new action-brawler sequel to Xenoverse 2 [1, 2].

The announcement ends a long period of silence for the series. This sequel arrives roughly 10 years after the previous main entry [1], signaling a major revival for the franchise's RPG-style combat mechanics.

The game was unveiled during the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 event and showcased via a demo at Summer Game Fest 2026 in Los Angeles, California [2, 3]. IGN veteran Will Borger and host Ryan McCaffrey provided first-impression commentary on the title following the demo [1, 2].

According to reports, the game is an action-brawler that incorporates RPG elements [2]. The preview highlighted the title's approach to combat and progression, which some descriptions have compared to a Super Saiyan twist on the style of God of War [2].

Bandai Namco used the Los Angeles events to generate momentum for the project [1, 2]. The developer's decision to showcase the game at Summer Game Fest provided the first public look at gameplay and mechanics since the series' last major release [2, 3].

The title is confirmed for release on PC and consoles [3]. While specific release dates were not detailed in the initial preview, the presentation focused on the long-awaited nature of the sequel's development [1].

“Our 10-year wait is over”

The announcement of Xenoverse 3 marks a strategic pivot for Bandai Namco to capitalize on the enduring popularity of the Dragon Ball IP by returning to a successful formula from a decade ago. By blending action-brawler combat with RPG progression, the publisher is attempting to modernize the experience for current-generation consoles and PC audiences.