Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama Dies At 68
Legendary creator behind one of the most popular character, manga and anime of all time.
Legendary creator behind one of the most popular character, manga and anime of all time.
The new animated flick smashes the box office with its Thursday preview numbers that is performing better than Idris Elba’s ‘Beast’ movie.
A live-action Dragon Ball Z cinematic universe from Disney is being rumored which would adapt the popular anime series. The rumor comes from one of my favorite Instagram artists, ultraraw26, who claims to have heard Disney is planning a new live-action Dragon Ball franchise with the hopes of replicating the massive success of the Marvel
A new Dragon Ball Untold fan site launches online and on social media with a free “End Time” webcomic series. Fans can head on over to dragonballuntold.com for updates that include three current chapters from the fan-made original “End Time” webcomic, as well as character bios and more. “Dragon Ball Untold is an online blog
A new English dub trailer has been released for the upcoming Dragon Ball Super Broly animated movie that gets released January 16, 2019 in the U.S.. A description offers: Goku and Vegeta encounter Broly, a Saiyan warrior unlike any fighter they’ve faced before. Voice actor Christopher Sabat also recently revealed to Collider: If you are
The English dub trailer for the upcoming Dragon Ball Super: Broly animated movie has been released at Comic-Con, the twentieth film in the franchise that hits theaters in North American in January 2019. The theatrical release date will be announced at a later time. Foreign version: What do you see beyond that strength? Watch the new trailer for
The next Dragon Ball Super movie has been announced, which will be released by Funimation with Dragon Ball Super: Broly, the twentieth film in the franchise. Dragon Ball Super: Broly is anticipated to be released in North America in January 2019 after opening December 14th in Japan. The theatrical release from Fathom Events will be announced at
Leading anime video game developer and publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announces DRAGON BALL® FighterZ for Xbox One, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and PCs via STEAM®. DRAGON BALL FighterZ is a dream collaboration combining classic 2D fighting game dynamics with the DRAGON BALL universe, one of the most popular and iconic anime franchises
The English subtitled Dragon Ball Super series is now available through the Funimation streaming site, with news the English-dubbed version is in development. Read the official announcement and watch the “Dragon Ball Super now on Funimation” teaser below. Info: “DRAGON BALL SUPER” SUBTITLED EPISODES BEGIN STREAMING TODAY ON FUNIMATIONNOW WITH NEW SIMULCAST EPISODES STARTING NOVEMBER 5,
Watch the multiplayer reveal trailer for the upcoming Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 video game.
There are new Expert Mission Multiplayer modes that allow 6 players to take on Giant NPC Bosses like the Great Ape! There are a ton of new features coming soon! Also… Majin Vegeta revealed for the first time.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is scheduled to launch in the Americas on October 25, 2016 for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One. The STEAM for PC version of the game will be available on October 28, 2016.
Enhanced graphics let you enjoy expanded storylines and new gaming features in this familiar anime-based action-adventure game. Meet new characters and interact with favorites in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, which presents the largest console version of the Dragon Ball universe to date.
Relive the Dragon Ball story by time traveling and protecting historic moments in the Dragon Ball universe
Next-gen visuals bring the Dragon Ball anime experience to life
New characters and boss fights
Brand new hub city more than 7X the size of the original game with 300 players online at the same time
More in depth character creation system and battle adjustments
Updates and post launch support for more than a year
For 1-2 players or multiplayer support for up to 6 players
Watch the “New Transformations” trailer below for the upcoming Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 video game.
New characters, new transformations and customized Ki Blasts are coming in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2! Are you excited about the new Earhlings and Namekians transformations?
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is scheduled to launch in the Americas on October 25, 2016 for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One. The STEAM for PC version of the game will be available on October 28, 2016.
Enhanced graphics let you enjoy expanded storylines and new gaming features in this familiar anime-based action-adventure game. Meet new characters and interact with favorites in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, which presents the largest console version of the Dragon Ball universe to date.
Relive the Dragon Ball story by time traveling and protecting historic moments in the Dragon Ball universe
Next-gen visuals bring the Dragon Ball anime experience to life
New characters and boss fights
Brand new hub city more than 7X the size of the original game with 300 players online at the same time
More in depth character creation system and battle adjustments
Updates and post launch support for more than a year
For 1-2 players or multiplayer support for up to 6 players
WORLD RENOWNED EDM DJ STEVE AOKI TO CONTRIBUTE HIS MUSICAL TALENTS TO BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT INC.’S DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 LAUNCHING ON OCTOBER 25, 2016
Grammy Nominated DJ and Producer Hits the Recording Studio to Remix Famous Dragon Ball Z Theme Songs Including “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” and “We Gotta Power” for Upcoming Sequel to the Best Selling Dragon Ball Game in History
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. the premier publisher of anime videogames today announces its special collaboration with DJ Steve Aoki to contribute his musical talents to DRAGON BALL® XENOVERSE 2, the most expansive Dragon Ball® videogame experience to-date. DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is scheduled to launch in the Americas on October 25, 2016 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One. The STEAM® for PC version of the game will be available on October 28, 2016.
The special collaboration between BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. and DJ Steve Aoki adds musical depth and a new dimension to the DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 experience that will surely delight players and Dragon Ball® fans. DJ Steve Aoki will remix a selection of famous musical tracks from the Dragon Ball Z universe including fan favorites “Cha-La Head-Cha-La” and “We Gotta Power”. As an additional bonus to this collaboration, DJ Steve Aoki will make his debut appearance in a Dragon Ball® videogame when he appears in DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 as a non-playable-character (NPC) that players will be able to interact with in the game’s hub city of Conton.
“Having grown up with Dragon Ball, I jumped at the chance to contribute my talents and leave my personal impact on the series.” said Steve Aoki, Grammy nominated DJ and Producer.
“DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is shaping up to be the biggest and best Dragon Ball videogame experience to date.” said Eric Hartness, Vice President of Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “Both the contribution of DJ Steve Aoki’s musical talents and his in-game likeness will add a fun new dimension to the DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 experience that fans will appreciate.”
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is currently rated “RP” for Rating Pending by the ESRB. The game will be coming to the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One on October 25, 2016 with the STEAM® for PC version to follow on October 28, 2016.
NEW DETAILS FOR DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 REVEALED AT E3
Announcements include a winter release date, versus mode and confirmation of 60 FPS
Lyon, France – 13th June, 2016 – Leading interactive entertainment company BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today revealed at E3 new details on the much awaited DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 for PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC Digital.
Slated for release during winter 2016, DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 will be out in time to celebrate the 30th year anniversary of the Dragon Ball franchise. Based on the massive success of the first game, XENOVERSE 2 will be an Action-Fighting game with MMO and RPG elements where players can power-up characters and explore the vast Dragon Ball universe.
As history is being attacked and altered by evil intruders, players will have to become Time Patrollers in order to protect the Past and the Future of the Dragon Ball world. New and powerful foes coming from Dragon Ball movies (such as Slug, with more to be revealed) will do their best to succeed in their wicked deeds. To fight them, Time Patrollers will gather in a huge new city that is 7 times bigger than “Toki Toki City” from the previous game. Conton City is the name of the new main hub where all players can undertake quests, train at school, enter fights, shop and more. On top of a massive city that will allow for up to 300 simultaneous players, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and DIMPS have implemented new exciting features: including that each playable race will have different rewards for their missions.
Last but not least, it has been confirmed that DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 will have a local versus mode with several environments to duke it out in; and that the will run at 60 fps on all platforms, allowing for a smoother experience with highly animated fights.
IT’S TIME TO GO SUPER SAIYAN AS BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINEMENT ANNOUNCES DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2
The Most Expansive Videogame in Dragon Ball History
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment, the premier publisher of anime videogames, announced today DRAGON BALL® XENOVERSE 2, the most expansive and comprehensive Dragon Ball videogame experience to-date. DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is currently in development at famed Osaka, Japan based videogame developer DIMPS® and will be available for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and for PC Digital this year.
Developed to fully utilize the power of current generation gaming consoles and PCs; DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 builds upon 2015’s highly successful DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE will further immerse players into the largest and most detailed Dragon Ball world ever developed.
“As the franchise is celebrating its 30th Anniversary, Dragon Ball games are a fan-favorite within BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment’s huge videogame portfolio and DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 will surely build upon that illustrious legacy. The first DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE game was a massive success and allowed millions of players to fulfil one of their dreams: have their own avatar and character in the DRAGON BALL universe! With DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2, we’re working closely with the team at DIMPS to push this experience to new heights.” said Hervé Hoerdt, VP of Marketing & Digital at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 will be coming to the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and PC Digital.
Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle Unleashes “The Super Warrior of Destruction” Boss Event and Giveaway
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. is unleashing a new in-game event and giveaway for its thrilling mobile battle game, Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle. The limited time in-game event features a super-strong Broly enemy to defeat and new event maps to battle across. The Super Warrior of Destruction Boss Event begins February 4th and runs through February 11th. Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle is available for FREE on the iOS App Store and Google Play store.
In Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle various characters and worlds from Dragon Ball Z collide. In the weeklong Super Warrior of Destruction event, players can battle with the fiercely strong Broly, who has an enormous amount of hit points and can mount a devastating attack that can hit everyone on the player’s team at the same time. The event features two stages, and by completing the hardest map of each stage, players get a chance to win big rewards.
Additionally, Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle is hosting multiple giveaways for every player in the game! Beginning February 4th and running through February 19th, players can receive special FREE daily bonuses, including training, support, and awakening items; additionally players can even get up to fifteen Dragon Stones and three million Zeni FREE simply for logging in daily.
Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle combines intense match-3 battles, elements of classic board-games, and character deck creation featuring fighters from across the immensely popular Dragon Ball universe. The game has been downloaded over 40 million times on Android and iOS mobile devices worldwide.
Since debuting in 1986, the Dragon Ball franchise has become the #1 selling anime franchise of all time in the US, and more than 230 million copies of the manga have sold worldwide.
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Go Super Saiyan with Dragon Ball Z in the form of the following mini-figures.
While not specifically the LEGO brand, these are about just as close as you can get.
The figures include Goku, Super Saiyan Son Goku, Vegeta, Super Saiyan Vegeta, Piccolo, Krillin, Frieza and Cell, which will be available in March for $4 each.
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Check out episodes 9 and 10 translated with English subtitles below for Dragon Ball Super, which is currently airing in Japan.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
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Check out episodes 7 and 8 translated with English subtitles below for Dragon Ball Super, which is currently airing in Japan.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
Above you can check out the trailer for the Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F movie that gets released on Blu-Ray October 20th.
The movie will also be available October 9th on Digital HD.
Synopsis:
Even the complete obliteration of his physical form can’t stop the galaxy’s most evil overlord. After years in spiritual purgatory, Frieza has been resurrected and plans to take his revenge on the Z-Fighters of Earth. Facing off against Frieza’s powerful new form, and his army of 1,000 soldiers, Goku and Vegeta must reach new levels of strength in order to protect Earth from their vengeful nemesis.
Info:
Fans of “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’” will have the choice of three versions of the home video release. Two of the SKUs, the Collector’s Edition and the Blu-ray Combo Pack, include 50 minutes of extra features. Details on all three SKUs are as follows:
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ (Collector’s Edition)
• Feature Film (95 minutes)
• Over 50 minutes of extra features, including:
• The Voices of Dragon Ball Z (in-the-booth “making of” featurette)
• The Return of Dragon Ball Z (cast interviews & red carpet footage)
• Exclusive, premium packaging – including clear o-card and digipack
• Set of four (4) holographic Frieza Force propaganda postcards
• Suggested Retail Price: $59.98
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ (Blu-ray + DVD Combo)
• Feature Film (95 minutes)
• Over 50 minutes of extra features, including:
• The Voices of Dragon Ball Z (in-the-booth “making of” featurette)
• The Return of Dragon Ball Z (cast interviews & red carpet footage)
• Suggested Retail Price: $34.98
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ (DVD)
• Feature Film (95 minutes)
• Suggested Retail Price: $29.98
FUNimation is offering a pre-order special for “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’” in its online store. Fans can purchase an exclusive Shenron dragon t-shirt for just $10 with any pre-order of “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F.’” All three SKUs are currently available for pre-order.
Visit dragonballz.com to place your order and for more information.
The sixth episode of the new Dragon Ball Super Japanese TV series has hit YouTube with English subtitles, which can be watched above.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F recently opened in the U.S. to record numbers as well as getting an extended run.
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Good news for fans of Dragon Ball Z as the latest movie, Resurrection F, is getting an extended viewing in movie theaters.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F was due to end its limited nine day run last night, but it’s learned Funimation has extended the screenings at least until this weekend.
Deadline reports Funimation has been fielding calls from movie theaters requesting to keep the movie playing at least through the weekend.
According to the report, details between the sides are still being worked out, but it’s a definitely good sign for Dragon Ball Z as the movie has done exceptionally well.
The movie played in only 457 theaters, but has netted over $8 million at the domestic box office and over $60 million worldwide.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F also cracked the top ten movies for box office performance for the week and saw its Tuesday debut break records.
Check out the cast of Dragon Ball Z above doing voice-overs for famous movie scenes.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F recently opened in the U.S. to record numbers.
The movie’s per-screen-average was actually the highest of any movie among the top ten movies showing in the U.S. and 6th overall.
“We are thrilled with the overwhelmingly positive fan response to the movie. We knew the opening would be very good but its performance has exceeded everyone’s expectations,” Michael DuBoise, EVP and COO of FUNimation said in a previous statement. “From our theatrical marketing campaign and fan engagement events to our expanded theatrical footprint and the specially produced 15-minute pre-show, FUNimation made a strategic decision to make Dragon Ball Z accessible to anime fans both old and new and it has paid off.”
The video above is via Nerdist.
The new Dragon Ball Super TV series is currently airing in Japan, and now episode four and five has hit the net with English subtitles.
Episode 4 can be viewed above, with five down below.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F recently opened in the U.S. to record numbers as well.
Dragon Ball Z: Resurretion F Trailer
FUNimation Entertainment announced a record breaking opening night for the theatrical release of “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’.” The anime film, which opened last night in 894 theaters across the U.S., brought in a stunning $1.97 Million box office for FUNimation Films on opening day of the limited theatrical event. The movie’s per screen average of more than $2,198 landed it in 1st place yesterday in Average Per Screen among the Top 10 movies showing in the U.S. and 6th place in overall box office gross against all major studio releases. “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’” is now the 8th highest anime opening of all time and the first limited event-style theatrical release to crack the Top 10.
“We are thrilled with the overwhelmingly positive fan response to the movie. We knew the opening would be very good but its performance has exceeded everyone’s expectations,” said Michael DuBoise, EVP and COO of FUNimation. “From our theatrical marketing campaign and fan engagement events to our expanded theatrical footprint and the specially produced 15-minute pre-show, FUNimation made a strategic decision to make Dragon Ball Z accessible to anime fans both old and new and it has paid off.”
Theater sell outs were reported in major metropolitan areas including New York, Los Angeles and Dallas. “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’” opens in Canada on Thursday, August 6, and will screen in more than 1,000 theaters total during its limited theatrical engagement from August 4 – 12, 2015.
“This film is a resounding victory on all levels,” said David Wengrod, VP of Theatrical Distribution for FUNimation. “The combination of our careful choice of release dates, an enticing marketing campaign that theaters embraced and fans universally accepted, and all of the great reviews added up to a terrific opening for us.”
“Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’” is the 19th film in the Dragon Ball franchise and is the follow-up to last year’s “Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods.” The film is a limited event-style theatrical release which includes a specially-produced 15-minute, Dragon Ball Z themed pre-show to create a unique experience for fans that can only be found in theaters.
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The new Dragon Ball Super TV series is currently airing in Japan.
Check out the english subtitled version of episode three above.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
The latest Dragon Ball movie, “Resurrection F,” gets released in the U.S. this August.
A new U.S. trailer for the Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F movie has been released.
The film will be in theaters in the U.S. and Canada from August 4-12.
Synopsis:
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F is the 20th film in the Dragon Ball franchise, which first debuted in North America in 1986. The new movie showcases the return of Frieza – one of the greatest villains in all of anime. Now resurrected from death, Frieza embarks on plans to take his revenge on the Z Fighters of Earth. Goku and Vegeta once again face their nemesis together, but this time it is a fight for Earth’s very survival.
The new Dragon Ball Super TV series debuted in Japan last week, and now video of episode two has been uploaded online with English subtitles.
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
The latest Dragon Ball movie, “Resurrection F,” gets released in the U.S. this August.
The new Dragon Ball Super TV series debuted in Japan earlier today and video of the first episode has been uploaded online with English subtitles.
If need be, click the “CC” button in the above video and choose “English.”
Dragon Ball Super is set a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when the Earth has become peaceful once again, and has been said to feature foes more powerful than both Frieza and Buu.
The latest Dragon Ball movie, “Resurrection F,” gets released in the U.S. this August.
Check out a new U.S. trailer for the Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F movie.
The film will have its world premiere in Los Angeles and at the Anime Expo, and hits the U.S. and Canada from August 4-12.
Synopsis:
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F is the 20th film in the Dragon Ball franchise, which first debuted in North America in 1986. The new movie showcases the return of Frieza – one of the greatest villains in all of anime. Now resurrected from death, Frieza embarks on plans to take his revenge on the Z Fighters of Earth. Goku and Vegeta once again face their nemesis together, but this time it is a fight for Earth’s very survival.