It’s Time Dragon Ball Makes Its Comeback In 2026

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When it comes to anime that stands the test of time, Dragon Ball is often the first one fans mention. Starting over forty years ago, the franchise remains incredibly popular across anime, manga, and video games, and shows no signs of slowing down. It’s a truly iconic series, a testament to the dedication and passion that creator Akira Toriyama poured into it throughout his life.

As a huge Dragon Ball fan, I truly believe the series will live on forever! But honestly, it feels like the anime has stalled out for a while now. We recently got Dragon Ball Daima, and it was great – packed with fun nods to the past and a solid story. Still, it didn’t quite satisfy that craving for more. What everyone really wants is the return of Dragon Ball Super, which most of us agree was the stronger series.

It’s been eight years since Dragon Ball Super finished airing, and the series has remained on hiatus ever since. Fans are eagerly anticipating a return, hoping that 2026 will bring new installments of this beloved franchise.

Dragon Ball Has Been Gone For Way Too Long

  • Dragon Ball Super anime ended in 2018
  • DBS manga ended its run in 2024

The Dragon Ball anime hasn’t been doing well for a while now. While Dragon Ball Daima is good, it didn’t achieve the same popularity as previous series, and the main storyline hasn’t continued. Dragon Ball Super finished with the Tournament of Power arc, and fans expected it to return relatively soon. However, it’s been eight years, and the anime hasn’t picked up where it left off.

The Dragon Ball franchise has seen successful anime movies based on the Broly and Super Hero stories, which were both thrilling. However, these movies are very different from a traditional weekly anime series that follows the manga’s storylines. There’s plenty of material in the Dragon Ball Super manga for the anime to adapt, but unfortunately, the anime hasn’t been produced since. Many factors, including legal issues, are impacting the future of Dragon Ball, but the series remains incredibly popular and enduring. If any anime deserves a comeback in 2026, it’s definitely Dragon Ball.

2026 Could Be The Year Of Dragon Ball’s Comeback

2025 wasn’t a great year for Dragon Ball fans. Many were hoping for news about a new season of Dragon Ball Super, both in anime and manga form, but nothing was announced. However, 2026 is looking more promising. A celebration is planned for Dragon Ball’s 40th anniversary, and big announcements are expected. While there will likely be several projects, fans are most eager to see the continuation of the official Dragon Ball manga story.

As many fans know, Akira Toriyama personally selected Toyotaro to carry on the Dragon Ball story. While Toriyama provided guidance and ideas for the plot, Toyotaro was responsible for the artwork. Sadly, with Toriyama’s recent passing, all Dragon Ball production has stopped. His final project was the ‘Daima’ series, which was recently released, but fans haven’t received much in the way of new chapters for the ‘Super’ manga – the official continuation of the original story.

Fans Want An Anime Adaptation Of The DBS Manga

I’m seeing a lot of Dragon Ball fans really hoping that 2026 brings us a faithful adaptation of Dragon Ball Super. It seems like production stopped after the Tournament of Power storyline, and people are eager to see that continue properly.

I’ve been following Dragon Ball Super, and the manga has some really great story arcs coming up, like the Galactic Prison Patrol arc. Plus, some fan-favorite characters, including the iconic villain Frieza, are making a comeback. It sounds like all of this could be adapted into a new Dragon Ball Super anime – and the latest buzz suggests we might actually get one!

Dragon Ball fans won’t have to wait much longer to learn what’s next for the series – an announcement is coming on January 25th. But beyond that, Dragon Ball is a beloved franchise with lasting appeal, and many fans believe it deserves to continue in 2026.

Dragon Ball Manga Could Resume As Well

  • Fans want Toyotaro to come back to the manga
  • Dragon Ball could deliver exciting content in the future

Even if the Dragon Ball anime doesn’t come back, fans are hoping the legal problems that paused the Dragon Ball Super manga can be worked out. If those issues are resolved, Toyotaro can continue creating the manga, allowing the story to move forward. While he won’t have input from the series’ creator, Akira Toriyama, fans are confident Toyotaro will do an excellent job and make Toriyama proud. He’s a very talented artist and storyteller, more than capable of continuing Dragon Ball and creating exciting stories that fans will love. Hopefully, he’ll have the opportunity to do so in 2026.

Ideally, both the Dragon Ball Super anime and manga would return, which would ensure the franchise remains strong for years. While fans would be happy with either one coming back, having both would be the best possible outcome for everyone.

Fans are eagerly anticipating the continuation of the Dragon Ball series, with excitement building around both new games and, most importantly, the potential return of the Super anime and manga. While the games offer a way to enjoy the franchise, many are hoping for a revival of the main story.

Dragon Ball remains a beloved franchise with a constantly evolving universe, bringing joy to fans worldwide. A return to the series is crucial, and 2026 offers a promising opportunity to revitalize it. The coming months could be pivotal, potentially delivering exciting new developments for Dragon Ball and its dedicated fanbase.

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2026-01-23 15:35