Good morning everyone and welcome to another edition of the Weekly Dragon Ball News.
Last Week’s News
Saikyo Jump – December Issue
Released in Japan on Tuesday, November 4th (release date may vary by region).
This issue includes:
- A scratch-off giveaway for Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World MANGA BOOSTER 02 packs.
- A chance to win event tickets to the Dragon Ball Genkidamatsuri or a copy of Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO for Nintendo Switch.
- Features on DBSCG Fusion World’s 8th booster set and Dragon Ball Super Divers’ 7th set.
- The latest chapters of Dragon Ball SD and Dragon Ball Super Divers – Let’s! Super Dive!!
Figuarts ZERO Super Saiyan Goku – The Path of Battle
Pre-orders opened Friday, November 7th.
This figure faithfully recreates an illustration of Super Saiyan Goku with a dramatic background of iconic foes, resembling a manga panel brought to life.
Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World – MANGA BOOSTER 02
Released in Japan on Saturday, November 8th (English version launches November 14th).
All cards feature Toriyama’s manga artwork, including alternate-design “Alt-Art” cards.
OFFICIAL CARD SLEEVES – ILLUSTRATIONS
Also released November 8th in Japan (English version on November 14th).
Includes four sleeve designs, each showcasing Toriyama’s manga art.
Other Hot Topics (November 7th)
- Dragon Ball Z PIICA+ Pass Holder – Orders now open.
- History Box Krillin – Available from crane games (availability subject to change).
This Week’s Big News
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch launches in Japan on Thursday, November 13th!
Producer Katayama shares the latest details:
- Episode Battle Mode: Relive classic story moments from the perspective of eight characters, including Goku and Vegeta. Player choices can unlock “What if?” storylines never seen before.
- Custom Battle Mode: Create your own battle scenarios, choose fighters, dialogue, and settings, and share them online.
- Battle Mode: Fight online or locally, with up to six players on one system.
- Motion Controls: Exclusive to the Switch versions, swing the Joy-Cons to perform signature techniques like the Kamehameha.
- Play anywhere, anytime, and experience the ultimate Dragon Ball battles.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO releases November 13th.
For more information, visit the Dragon Ball Official Site.
Upcoming Events
TAMASHII NATION 2025
- Dates: November 14th–16th
- Venues: Bellesalle Akihabara, Akihabara UDX, and TAMASHII NATIONS STORE TOKYO
Expect a massive display of Dragon Ball figures, including:
- S.H.Figuarts Super Saiyan Goku: The Games Begin (released October 25th)
- Store-exclusive S.H.Figuarts Ultra Instinct Goku – Transcendent Limit Break!
Dragon Ball Store Tokyo – Grand Opening
- Opens: Friday, November 14th
- Location: First Avenue Tokyo Station, 1F
The world’s first official Dragon Ball store will offer exclusive merchandise, themed decor, and commemorative giveaways.
More Highlights
Available from Thursday, November 13th (via crane games):
- Dragon Ball GT SOLID EDGE WORKS – THE SHUTSUJIN – Super Saiyan 4 Goku
- Dragon Ball GT SOLID EDGE WORKS – THE SHUTSUJIN – Super Saiyan 4 Vegeta
- Dragon Ball Super BLOOD OF SAIYANS – Gogeta & Vegito
(Product details subject to change without notice.)
That’s it for this week’s Dragon Ball News, thanks for tuning in and we hope you have a Super Week!
