Bandai Namco Entertainment has officially confirmed a major content update for Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, with multiple downloadable character packs arriving on both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 this week. The update marks one of the biggest post-launch expansions for the game on Nintendo platforms, adding fan-favorite characters and fresh gameplay variations tied to recent anime content.
The DLC, scheduled for release on May 27, 2026, includes the DAIMA Character Packs 1 and 2 along with a special pack featuring Shallot, a character originally introduced in Dragon Ball Legends. This rollout brings long-awaited paid content to Switch players who had previously been waiting for parity with other platforms.
DAIMA Characters Take Center Stage
The biggest highlight of this update is the inclusion of fighters from Dragon Ball DAIMA, expanding the game’s already massive roster with new transformations and unique abilities. DAIMA Character Pack 1 introduces eight playable characters, including alternate forms of Goku and Vegeta in their mini versions, along with original additions like Glorio, Panzy, and Majin Kuu.
A notable addition is Goku (Mini) with a technique-changing outfit that alters his Ultimate Blast into a move called Aura Impact. This feature adds a gameplay twist without changing the character’s visual appearance, giving players more strategic flexibility in combat.
Character Pack 2 builds on this momentum with six more fighters, including powerful transformations such as Super Saiyan 4 versions of Goku. It also introduces new antagonistic figures like Majin Duu and Gomah in multiple forms, signaling a deeper integration of DAIMA’s storyline into the game’s combat system.
Shallot Joins the Fight From Dragon Ball Legends
Alongside the DAIMA packs, Bandai Namco is also adding Shallot, the central protagonist from Dragon Ball Legends, as a playable character. Designed by Akira Toriyama, Shallot has remained exclusive to the mobile title until now, making his arrival in Sparking! ZERO a notable crossover moment for fans of the franchise.
This addition reflects Bandai Namco’s broader effort to unify different parts of the Dragon Ball universe within a single fighting game experience. By bringing Shallot into the main roster, the developers are expanding narrative connections while also offering players a fresh moveset built around the character’s distinct combat style.
Ongoing Support Signals a Long-Term Content Strategy
The release of these DLC packs highlights Bandai Namco’s commitment to supporting Sparking! ZERO well beyond its initial launch. While the game debuted on Switch and Switch 2 last year, players on these platforms had been waiting for additional paid content, making this update a significant step toward content parity.
Nintendo Everything reports that more DLC is already planned for later in 2026, suggesting that the game’s roster and features will continue to evolve. This ongoing support aligns with the franchise’s history of long-term updates, especially for titles with large competitive communities.
Although Bandai Namco has not shared detailed roadmaps, the scale of this update indicates that Sparking! ZERO is being positioned as a live-service style experience, where new fighters and gameplay tweaks are introduced regularly to keep players engaged.
What This Means for Players
For fans of Dragon Ball games, this update offers both nostalgia and novelty. The inclusion of DAIMA characters connects the game to the latest anime developments, while Shallot’s debut brings a previously isolated character into the mainstream console experience.
More importantly, the update reinforces Sparking! ZERO’s identity as one of the most expansive Dragon Ball fighting games to date. With each DLC pack, the game moves closer to becoming a comprehensive celebration of the franchise’s history, spanning multiple series, timelines, and gameplay styles.
As the release date approaches, players on Switch and Switch 2 can expect a wave of new battles, transformations, and strategies that keep the fight evolving. With additional content already teased, the future of Sparking! ZERO looks far from finished.
