The Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour is back and bigger than ever! Mark your calendars for January 18th and 19th, 2025, as the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles transforms into a Saiyan haven. This free event promises a weekend packed with exclusive merchandise, interactive booths, and panels commemorating the franchise’s 40th anniversary. Register now at the Bandai Namco Games Store to secure your spot. While games take center stage, the Battle Hour will also encompass other aspects of the Dragon Ball universe, including the latest anime series, Dragon Ball Daima.
This year’s Battle Hour boasts an impressive lineup of panels and exhibitions. A highlight for fans will be the special Dragon Ball Daima presentation featuring the series’ executive producer and several English dub voice actors. Daima, the current Dragon Ball anime, follows the main cast as they navigate adventures in their child forms. The Daima panel promises exciting reveals, including never-before-seen original illustrations from the late Akira Toriyama and behind-the-scenes insights from the anime’s production staff.
Competitive Clash: Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour Tournaments
The Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour will host the inaugural official competition for the latest video game entry, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Dubbed the Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Dramatic Showdown, this competition deviates from traditional esports formats with unique rules designed to showcase a broader roster of characters and enhance the experience for both players and spectators. This inclusive approach aims to attract a wider range of competitors, fostering a more engaging tournament environment.
Beyond Sparking! Zero, the Battle Hour will feature top players competing in the Dragon Ball FighterZ World Tour 2024/2025 Finals. The Dragon Ball Super Card Game Masters and Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World will also hold their respective 2024 World Championship competitions. All tournaments will be livestreamed for fans worldwide.
Immersive Experiences: Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour Booths
Attendees can immerse themselves in the Dragon Ball world through interactive booths offering photo opportunities and exclusive merchandise. Multiple gaming booths will feature demo versions of various Dragon Ball games. A dedicated Sparking! Zero booth will allow players to experience custom battles designed by the game’s producers.
Mobile game enthusiasts can visit the Dragon Ball Legends and Dokkan Battle booths. The Legends booth will offer players a chance to explore the game’s offline mode and potentially interact with fellow attendees. Dokkan Battle will celebrate its tenth anniversary with a special time attack challenge available in the demo version. Furthermore, the event will host the first-ever Dokkan Battle fan meeting on January 18th, 2025, along with a dedicated exhibition showcasing the game’s decade-long history.
