Two major new anime projects for Dragon Ball Super were officially announced at the Genkidamatsuri event! Dragon Ball Super: Beerus and Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol are coming.
The Dragon Ball franchise continues to expand its horizons in 2026! During the highly anticipated Genkidamatsuri event in Tokyo this weekend, Toei Animation and Shueisha dropped a massive bombshell that has sent shockwaves through the global anime community. Not one, but two new Dragon Ball Super projects have been officially greenlit for production.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus – A God's Origin?
The first announcement is a feature-length film tentatively titled "Dragon Ball Super: Beerus". While details remain scarce, the teaser visual showcased a younger-looking Beerus alongside Whis and Champa, hinting at a potential prequel exploring the origins of the God of Destruction.
Fans have long speculated about Beerus's past and the rigorous training required to attain the mantle of a Destroyer God. This film promises to delve deep into the divine hierarchy of Universe 7, potentially revealing the history behind the Oracle Fish's prophecies and the previous Saiyan interactions that Beerus vaguely recalls.
The Galactic Patrol Series Arrives
Perhaps even more exciting for manga readers is the announcement of "Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol". This project is described as a serialized anime arc that will finally adapt the beloved Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga.
This arc introduces Moro, a terrifying ancient wizard who consumes planets' life energy, posing a threat unlike anything Goku and Vegeta have faced before. Key highlights to look forward to include:
- Merus: The elite Galactic Patrol agent with a mysterious connection to the Angels.
- New Techniques: Vegeta's journey to Yardrat to master Spirit Control.
- Ultra Instinct Sign: Goku's further mastery of his divine form.
- Majin Buu's Return: The Grand Supreme Kai within Buu plays a crucial role.
Production and Release Windows
Toei Animation confirmed that both projects are being developed with a mix of 2D and high-quality CGI, similar to the style seen in Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, but with a more traditional aesthetic for the Galactic Patrol series.
Release Dates:
- Dragon Ball Super: Beerus is slated for a theatrical release in Late 2026.
- Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol is expected to begin airing in Spring 2027.
What Fans Are Saying
"Finally! The Moro arc is arguably the best story in Super. Seeing Vegeta get his moment on Yardrat animated is going to be legendary." — @DBZ_SuperFan2026
With these announcements, the future of Dragon Ball looks brighter than ever. Stay tuned to enjoyip News for more updates, character designs, and trailer breakdowns as they become available!