Bandai Namco offered gamers a fresh look at Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 this week, revealing more about the main city you’ll be exploring and the original story.
As someone who very much loved Xenoverse 2, I’ve been eager to see more about this next game. The latest trailer, launched earlier this week, has given us our best look so far.
I’m very much digging the overall vibe of West City. It manages to feel distinct to the DB universe, while still feeling futuristic and fresh in its own way. Moreso, I’m glad to see this having more of a story that actually takes place in its current timeline. I’m sure we’ll revisit iconic battles/scenes like in the previous games—possibly how you collect the “souls” to transform—but having the bulk of the story being new is refreshing.
In DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3, players will get to explore and uncover exciting stories in West City, the vibrant new world set in AGE 1000. The latest trailer introduces Bulma and Gamma 1, who welcomes players into the ranks of the Great Saiya Squad while offering a glimpse into life at West City University. Players become the protagonist who they choose to create, and, alongside beloved DRAGON BALL characters, meet a cast of original characters making their debut in the franchise, including Brett, Lilica, ROM, and Tap.
Combat in DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 expands the series’ signature high-speed action with new ways to fight and harness the power of legendary warriors who previously protected earth. Players can soar through West City, boosting across the battlefield and unleashing powerful Ki Attacks against enemies. The new Soul Assist system allows players to unleash a powerful attack alongside a powerful ally from the DRAGON BALL universe. In addition to Soul Assist, the Soul Switch mechanic allows players to temporarily harness the power of a DRAGON BALL character’s soul, such as Krillin, Piccolo, Vegeta, Future Trunks, and Tien to become even stronger and gain new abilities during combat.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 is set to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PCs at some point in 2027.
