Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 has generated fresh discussion following the release of an extended gameplay demo, but not for the reasons many fans expected. While the footage showcased improved visuals, new animations, and updated combat mechanics, much of the community’s attention has shifted to a controversial change: time-limited transformations.
The latest gameplay confirms that iconic forms such as Super Saiyan can only be maintained for a limited duration, prompting many players to ask Bandai Namco to reconsider the system before launch.
New Transformation System Draws Community Backlash
The gameplay demonstration revealed that activating Super Saiyan now requires players to fill a transformation gauge before powering up. Once activated, however, the form lasts only about one minute before expiring.
Even stronger transformations appear to have stricter limits. Early gameplay footage from preview sessions suggests that Super Saiyan 3 has an even shorter duration, making it difficult for some players to fully utilize the form during battles.
Although the updated transformations feature new animations and dynamic hairstyle changes, many longtime fans believe the time restriction outweighs those visual improvements.
Community discussions across Reddit and social media have been dominated by concerns over the new mechanic. Many players argue that Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 struck a better balance by allowing transformations to remain active with proper Ki management rather than imposing a strict countdown.
Some fans believe the new design makes transformations feel less rewarding, while others hope there will be ways to extend the timer through character progression or transformation mastery. However, Bandai Namco and developer Dimps have not confirmed whether such a feature exists.
The reaction has also fueled numerous memes and feedback posts, with many players urging the developers to adjust or remove the limitation before the game’s release.
Bandai Namco Yet to Respond
Neither Bandai Namco nor Dimps has officially commented on the community’s concerns since the gameplay demo was released. As anticipation for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 continues to build, fans will be watching closely to see whether the developers address one of the game’s most discussed features.
For now, the transformation timer remains one of the biggest talking points surrounding the upcoming sequel, demonstrating just how important Super Saiyan mechanics are to the Dragon Ball community.
