Dragon Ball Sparking Zero DLC Roadmap 2027: Every Free Update and Paid DLC Explained
Bandai Namco revealed the full 2026–2027 roadmap for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero at New York Comic Con: a free Tower of Power mode in winter 2026, team battles and upgraded missions in spring 2027, a cross-play beta after summer 2027, and one mystery paid DLC character. Here is every update, date, and platform explained in plain words.
Quick Answer
The 2026–2027 roadmap for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero brings free modes and paid DLC through 2027. PS5, Xbox, and PC get Tower of Power solo in winter 2026, team-up battles and upgraded missions in spring 2027, then a cross-play beta plus a mystery DLC character after summer 2027. Switch gets everything later.
The Full Roadmap at a Glance
| Timeframe | PS5 / Xbox / PC | Switch / Switch 2 | Free or Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Gogeta (Super) Face-off event | Frieza (Super) Face-off event | Free |
| Winter 2026 | Tower of Power (Solo) | — | Free |
| Spring 2027 | Tower of Power (Team-Up), Mission 100 SP, Survival Mode SP | Mission 100, Survival Mode, Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC | Free updates; DLC paid |
| After Summer 2027 | Cross-play beta + mystery DLC character | Mission 100 SP, Survival Mode SP, Tower of Power (Solo + Team-Up) | Beta free; DLC paid |
Fall 2026: Legendary Warrior Face-off Events
Before the new modes arrive, players get special Legendary Warrior Face-off events. PS5, Xbox, and PC players face Gogeta (Super), while Switch and Switch 2 players get a Frieza (Super) event. These are limited-time battles — a warm-up for the bigger updates coming in winter.
Winter 2026: Tower of Power (Solo) — Free
The first big free update adds Tower of Power, a solo mode where you climb floor after floor, facing stronger enemies as you go up. Bandai Namco compares its battle mechanics to the fights at Fortuneteller Baba’s Palace — a setup longtime fans will recognize.
The reward is worth the climb. Players who conquer the tower earn a special customization item that changes the visual effects of their character’s Ki Charge Aura, making charging up look even more dramatic.
Spring 2027: Team-Up Battles and Upgraded Missions — Free
Spring 2027 brings the biggest free update. Tower of Power gets a Team-Up version where up to five players team up online — each person controls one character, and players take turns fighting, just like a real martial arts team battle.
The same update adds Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP. These are tougher versions of existing modes, built for characters trained in the Limit Breaker Journey progression system. The good news: you do not need to buy any DLC to play them. The free content stays free for everyone.
After Summer 2027: Cross-play Beta and a Mystery Character
The most requested feature is finally coming: a cross-play beta test after summer 2027, letting PS5, Xbox, and PC (Steam) players fight each other. One important note — Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 are not included in the cross-play plans.
The same period brings a paid DLC with a new playable character. Bandai Namco has not revealed who it is yet, so for now it is a mystery. DBS Saiyans will update this article when the character is announced.
What Is the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC?
The Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC is the game’s big paid expansion. It adds Limit Breaker Journey, a solo mode where you pick a favorite character, develop their abilities through battles, and customize them with Battle Arts to match your playstyle. It also includes four new Episode Battles, four new stages, and 33 additional fighters from Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Super, and Dragon Ball GT.
The DLC launched on PS5, Xbox, and PC in July 2026 and comes to Switch and Switch 2 in 2027.
Free vs Paid: What Costs Money
| Content | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tower of Power (Solo and Team-Up) | Free |
| Mission 100 SP, Survival Mode SP | Free |
| Legendary Warrior Face-off events | Free |
| Cross-play beta | Free |
| Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC | Paid |
| Mystery DLC character (after summer 2027) | Paid |
Latest Update
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero |
| Developer | Spike Chunsoft |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco |
| Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Switch, Switch 2 |
| Roadmap announced | NYCC 2026 (game’s second anniversary) |
| Status | Officially confirmed by Bandai Namco |
Latest update: October 10, 2026. Based on the latest public announcements.
Important Information
- The update schedule is split: PS5, Xbox, and PC get content first, while Switch and Switch 2 follow months later.
- Cross-play is only planned for PS5, Xbox, and PC. Nintendo platforms are not included.
- The paid DLC character after summer 2027 has not been identified. Do not trust rumors naming the character until Bandai Namco confirms it.
- Dates can shift — check Bandai Namco’s official channels for the latest schedule.
FAQs
When does Tower of Power come out?
Tower of Power (Solo) arrives in winter 2026 as a free update for PS5, Xbox, and PC. The Team-Up version follows in spring 2027. Switch players get both after summer 2027.
Is the Sparking Zero roadmap content free?
Most of it. Tower of Power, the upgraded missions, the Face-off events, and the cross-play beta are all free. The Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC and the mystery DLC character are paid.
When is cross-play coming to Sparking Zero?
A cross-play beta test is planned for after summer 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). Switch and Switch 2 are not included.
What is the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC?
A paid expansion with the Limit Breaker Journey progression mode, four Episode Battles, four stages, and 33 extra fighters. It is out now on PS5, Xbox, and PC, and comes to Switch in 2027.
Who is the mystery DLC character?
Bandai Namco has not revealed the character yet. It is scheduled for after summer 2027 alongside the cross-play beta.
Do I need the DLC to play the free updates?
No. Bandai Namco confirmed that Mission 100 SP, Survival Mode SP, and the Tower of Power modes are free for everyone, including players who do not own the DLC.
