Over 200 characters and the feeling that the game has already delivered everything it could? Think again. Bandai Namco and Spike Chunsoft celebrated the first anniversary de Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero with a trailer that not only showcased the huge roster, but ended with an enigmatic “but it’s not over.”
The message was clear: more DLC and updates will be revealed in January 2026. For those of you just joining and wanting to understand the real impact of this, this news is a good reason to smile and get organized.
What to expect for the future of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero?
When a developer announces “it’s not over,” what does that mean in practice? First: there is an intention for ongoing support.
Instead of a title that is released and forgotten, Sparking! Zero is being treated as a living platform with updates, characters, balance adjustments and possibly new modes.
The confirmation came in an official post shared on the game’s social media, and echoed in the press and Bandai Namco’s official channels. This means the game’s lifecycle continues and January 2026 will be the first chapter of this next phase.
If you’re a beginner, you might wonder: “Is it worth starting to play now, or wait for the updates?” The short answer: start now. Why? Because DLCs usually expand the roster without deleting what already exists. Learning the basic mechanics, mastering some characters, and understanding the combat systems puts you ahead when new characters and adjustments arrive.
Also, new players often have the advantage of not being tied to old “goals”; you can adapt your style from the start.
What can we predict for January 2026?
The developer already has a pattern: DLC releases related to recent anime/movies (Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero and Dragon Ball DAIMA were examples), as well as packages that brought characters from GT and cinematic versions. The anniversary trailer hinted that there will be new characters and possibly a new season pass or small free updates.
What a milestone for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO… over 200 characters and counting!
— Dragon Ball Games (@dragonballgames) October 2, 2025
Enjoy this character showcase as we celebrate the game’s first anniversary.
But it’s not over yet. The next DLC is already in the pipeline, bringing new characters and more. More info coming… pic.twitter.com/G3gZ3QYUUS
There is no official list of names yet and that’s where the fun of speculation lies: characters from lesser-explored movies, classic minions, and figures from earlier sagas (like GT) are plausible bets.
How does this affect gameplay and the community?
New characters change the meta. Even “weak” DP additions usually create new strategies and space for unusual combinations. For competitive players, this means studying the changes; for casual players, it means more options and memorable battles.
And if you’re curious about the competitive impact, experts have already pointed out that the inclusion of more low-DP (lower cost) characters can transform the balanced match scene, democratizing access to winning strategies.
Want to see this in practice? Check out our other articles on Sparking! Zero to know where to start and which fighters learn quickly in combat.
A small note for those using Nintendo Switch: the team has already confirmed versions for Switch and Switch 2 — this may influence DLC release timing if there is a need to port content between platforms. And if you play on PC/PS5/Xbox, you will probably receive updates first or at the same time, but always check official announcements for confirmation.
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