Dragon Ball Could Be Returning Soon – Here’s What You Need To Know

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2026 looks set to be a massive year for anime and manga fans. Several major series have big releases planned that could significantly impact the industry, and it seems the iconic Dragon Ball franchise will be part of it. After a nearly two-year hiatus, credible sources suggest the series will return in 2026.

Fans of both the Dragon Ball Super manga and anime are going to be thrilled, and for good reason! This article will cover what fans can expect when Dragon Ball returns, and explain why each new addition promises to make the series even better than before.

Leaks Suggest Season 1 Of Super Is Going To Get Remade

A Great Initiative

Rumors are spreading online about a possible remake of Dragon Ball Super‘s first season, but so far, no official sources have confirmed this. The information has surfaced repeatedly from various places, hinting at both a remake and a new movie. Right now, it’s all just speculation, but we might get official news at the Genkidamatsuri event on January 25th, 2026.

I’ve been following the buzz, and it’s definitely a mixed bag! A lot of us fans are really hoping they continue the story after the Tournament of Power – especially since those moments are already explored in the manga. But honestly, even with the complaints, a remake could be amazing! Remember how rough the animation was at the start of Dragon Ball Super? Giving those earlier arcs a fresh coat of paint could really do them justice, and it’s something I’m secretly excited about!

The Villains Are Going To Be Much Stronger Than Ever Before

The Heroes Need To Step Up Their Game

The manga ended the Super Hero arc with many potential directions for the story, given the series’ impressive collection of villains. Notably, Frieza, the most significant threat to Universe 7, has returned and become even more powerful with a frightening new form.

As a long-time Dragon Ball fan, I was absolutely thrilled to see Black Frieza finally show up in Universe 7 after the Tournament of Power! It’s been so long! And honestly, he’s terrifyingly powerful right now – way stronger than even Goku and Vegeta at their absolute limits. It’s clear our heroes have a serious challenge ahead of them, and most of us are expecting a full-blown arc where they have to train and prepare for an epic showdown with this incredibly dangerous Frost Demon. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds!

Meet Black Frieza. Achieving this form took plenty of toil, I’ll have you know!

One of the strongest aspects of the Dragon Ball franchise is its villains, and Super continues that trend. Even the story arcs that came after the Tournament of Power – the Moro and Granolah arcs – feature incredibly compelling villains, giving anime fans a lot to anticipate if those arcs are adapted next.

Historically, Dragon Ball villains have sometimes been criticized for being too simple and lacking complex reasons for their actions. While some of the smaller villains in recent storylines still fall into this pattern, the main villains in the current story arcs are different. They’ve been created with a much more thoughtful and unique approach.

Brand New Forms And Multiversal Adventures Await The Heroes

A Lot To Look Forward To

Transformations are central to the Dragon Ball series. From the massive Great Ape to the various Super Saiyan levels, Dragon Ball is renowned for creating incredibly memorable and iconic forms for its characters – perhaps more so than any other anime.

Naturally, Super has successfully continued this trend by adding Divine Transformations. This has made the series incredibly exciting, as all the main characters now have comparable power levels, but express it through unique transformations that highlight their individual strengths instead of everyone using the same form. This decision has been a huge win for the franchise, allowing each hero to stand out both on their own and as part of the team.

We first saw a hint of this power-up with Goku’s Ultra Instinct during the Tournament of Power, but Vegeta truly established it as something other main characters could achieve too. It’s unclear where the series will go from here, but many fans expect even more incredible transformations to be revealed in future manga chapters.

With their increased power, the heroes now have the chance to explore even more of the multiverse, leading to exciting new adventures. This also opens up great opportunities to further develop supporting characters, especially those introduced during the Tournament of Power. The future of Dragon Ball is full of limitless potential.

Dragon Ball can be streamed on Crunchyroll.

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2025-12-29 18:38