In late January 2026, during the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri — a massive festival celebrating the 40th anniversary of Dragon Ball — franchise holders dropped some of the most anticipated news in years: new anime projects and a brand-new game are officially on the way.
Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol — new anime series (2027)
The show that shonen fans have been hoping for is finally happening: Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol has been officially announced and is in production.
This new anime continues the Dragon Ball Super story right after the Tournament of Power, adapting the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Arc from the manga.
What we know so far
- Official title: Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol (sometimes reported as Galactic Patrol Arc).
- Announcement date: January 25, 2026 at the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri event.
- Story focus: The Moro arc — featuring Goku, Vegeta and the Galactic Patrol facing off against the energy-absorbing villain Moro.
- Main cast: Son Goku and Vegeta lead the charge again, aligned with Galactic Patrol forces.
- Production status: In production — early visuals, teaser materials and promotional art have already been shown, but no official release date yet. General expectations from fan discussions point toward late 2027 or beyond, given typical anime production timelines for a full arc.
This feels like a true continuation of the mainline Dragon Ball Super story, and not just a film or spin-off. Fans have been waiting since the original TV anime ended in 2018 — it’s been eight years without a serialized follow-up.
First look & visuals
The initial promotional visuals show Goku and Vegeta in Galactic Patrol-style attire, with the Patrol emblem featured prominently — signaling a new chapter for the Saiyans.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus — enhanced anime remake (Fall 2026)
Alongside Galactic Patrol, the festival also announced another anime project titled Dragon Ball Super: Beerus. This isn’t exactly a sequel, but rather a remake / reimagining of the original Dragon Ball Super first arc — often called the Beerus Saga.
Key details
- Official title: Dragon Ball Super: Beerus
- Premiere window: Fall 2026 (confirmed).
- Purpose: A refreshed version of Dragon Ball Super with updated visuals, added scenes and story tweaks for modern audiences.
- Focus: Retells the early story where Goku first meets Beerus and learns of the Super Saiyan God.
This serves as a bridge project ahead of the full new Galactic Patrol anime, giving long-time fans and new viewers a polished way to revisit the beginning of Super.
Dragon Ball AGE 1000 — new game project (2027)
One of the biggest surprises from the Genkidamatsuri announcements was the reveal of a brand-new Dragon Ball game, currently known by the working title Dragon Ball Project: AGE 1000 (often shortened to AGE 1000).
What we know
- Official title (tentative): Dragon Ball AGE 1000.
- Target release: 2027 (no exact date or platforms confirmed yet).
- Concept: A new story set in the far future of the Dragon Ball universe, distinct from existing titles.
- Creator involvement: Akira Toriyama — credited with new character designs and world concepts before his passing.
- Development timeline: Reportedly in the works for 6–7 years, meaning this has been a long-term passion project for the team.
Bandai Namco has confirmed that more details will come at Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 (a dedicated game event) — a likely hotspot for gameplay reveals, platform announcements and story trailers.
Community & fan reactions
Unsurprisingly, reactions online have been fiery and passionate — a mix of joy, speculation, and eagerness:
- Excitement over DBS return: Fans on Reddit and other forums have been celebrating the Galactic Patrol announcement like a long-awaited homecoming. Many are calling it “the return we’ve been waiting for”.
- Release date speculation: Community threads suggest anticipation that Galactic Patrol won’t air for at least a year or more — estimates cluster around late 2027 into 2028.
- Beerus remake chatter: Some fans see Beerus as the perfect way to refresh the franchise and introduce new audiences before the big Galactic Patrol arc hits.
- Game hype: Discussion about AGE 1000 ranges from story theories to speculation about gameplay genre (RPG vs action vs open world), and comparisons to other Dragon Ball titles.
What this means for the franchise
The Dragon Ball series is entering a major renaissance period that unites anime, games and legacy storytelling:
- Anime renaissance — After years with only sporadic titles, Dragon Ball Super returns as a full narrative project.
- Remake appeal — The Beerus remake acts as a fresh entry point.
- New worldbuilding — AGE 1000 promises original characters and storytelling, expanding the lore.
For longtime fans, this signals a new era — not just sequels or nostalgia plays, but expanded storytelling.
Timeline summary (currently)
| Project | Status | Expected Window |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Ball Super: Beerus | Announced | Fall 2026 |
| Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol | In production | Target 2027 (estimate) |
| Dragon Ball AGE 1000 | Announced | 2027 (no exact date) |
