In a press release Bandai Namco has officially unveiled a brand-new Dragon Ball game project titled Dragon Ball Age 1000, signaling the start of an entirely new era for the long-running franchise. Set to launch in 2027, the project introduces a completely original Dragon Ball world known as “AGE 1000,” along with an expanding roster of never-before-seen characters. Notably, these new characters were personally designed by Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, continuing his creative legacy within the series.
The first reveal trailer for Dragon Ball Age 1000 offers fans an early look at this fresh setting and teases the debut of an original character crafted by Toriyama before his passing. While details about gameplay and story remain limited, the project is being positioned as a major new chapter for Dragon Ball, moving beyond familiar timelines and characters to explore uncharted territory within the universe. More characters and story elements are expected to be revealed as development progresses.
Additional information on Dragon Ball Age 1000 will be shared during Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026, scheduled to take place in Los Angeles, California, on April 18–19, 2026. The annual event, now entering its sixth year, was created to showcase the latest news and experiences from across the Dragon Ball franchise, which continues to grow through manga, anime, films, games, collectibles, and merchandise.
Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 will feature a special stage dedicated to new announcements, alongside competitive tournaments for popular titles such as Dragon Ball FighterZ, Dragon Ball Super Card Game Masters, Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World, and Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World Digital. Fans attending the event can also expect a wide range of hands-on content, including booths and stages for various Dragon Ball games like the upcoming Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra and Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, as well as merchandise sales and other attractions.
With Dragon Ball Age 1000 set to introduce a bold new world and original characters inspired by Akira Toriyama, the project is shaping up to be one of the franchise’s most ambitious game initiatives yet. Fans eager to learn more will want to keep an eye on Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026, where the next wave of details is expected to be revealed.