Gohan in Sparking Zero
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When will Dragon Ball Sparking Zero DLCs release? Expected dates, content, and more

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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero took off in 2024, dominating the fighting game genre with its highly competitive tournaments. 2025 promises to bring even more content with the latest lineup of charactℱers and modes.

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If you own the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of the game, you’ll be able to access several additional content in the near future. Bandai Namco has already announced that there will be post-launch add-ons, and we’re here to show when to expect the Dragon Ball Sparking Zero DLCs to be released.

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero DLC release date

The Hero of Justice Pack will be the first DLC of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, launching on Jan. 23, 2025. For those eager to dive in early, a special 72-hour access period will be available. The pack centers around the hit film Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, where Gohaꦰn and P🎃iccolo go against the notorious Red Ribbon Army.

Sparking Zero DLC content
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Two other DLCs have already been confirmed but have yet to get an official release date. Although the timeframes are shrouded in mystery, we know that it will involve Dragon Ball Daima, the most recent anime of the franchis♋e. DLC 2 will include Glorio and Vegeta (Mini) from the series, as well as a few more surprise characters.

Features from DLC 3 are still kept under wraps, but it will likely continue off from the second add-on, providing more characters from Daima. Those who own the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition of Dragon Ball Sparking Zero will gain access to this content automatically. But if you don’t own either of these editions, you can buy the Season Pass separately for $34.99.

What’s included in Sparking Zero Hero of Justice DLC?

To get a sneak peek at the Hero of Justice DLC, here’s a look into what it has to offer:

  • 11 New playable characters
  • 1 Costume
  • 3 Custom Battles
  • 72 hours early access availability

Since the Hero of Justice Pack derives from the Super Hero film, you’ll have access to a few characters from this storyline. There’s also a costume that seemingly depicts a classic Red Ribbon Army outfit. You can try them all out in the three new Custom Battles. These battles typically include a What If? scenario, which presents a unique situation that diverges from the canon Dragon Ball timeline, allowing you to e𝔉xplore different outcomes.

Hero of Justice DLC content
Screenshot via Bandai YouTube

All Dragon Ball Sparking Zero DLC characters

The Sparking Zero and official Steam page confirms the following chaꦉracters:

  • DLC 1:
    • Gamma 1
    • Gamma 2
    • Gohan (SH)
    • Gohan Super Saiyan 2 (SH)
    • Ultimate Gohan (SH)
    • Gohan Beast
    • Piccolo (SH)
    • Piccolo Potential Unleashed (Power Awakening)
    • Orange Piccolo
    • Orange Piccolo (Giant)
    • Cell Max
  • DLC 2:
    • Glorio
    • Vegeta (Mini)

In DLC 1, our heroes, Gohan and Piccolo, come in various forms, expanding their collection in Sparking Zero’s base version. Gohan Beast and Orange Piccolo are among the be🔥st variants, showcasing their ultimate forms. However, if you prefer a more villainous role, the antagonists, Gamma 1, Gamma 2, and Cell Max, will be a꧑vailable to play in the upcoming DLC.

Orange Piccolo form
Screenshot via Bandai YouTube

After some time has passed, you can get ready for Dragon Ball Sparking Zero’s next batch of characters from Daima. The current version already includes Goku (Mini), and we’ll likely get more Mini variants with the second and third add-ons.


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