Exciting Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi Announcement Teased in Latest Update

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A new trademark filing by Bandai Namco suggests that more news and updates about the upcoming Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi game could be coming soon.

The submitted trademark filing hints at the potential title "Sparking! Zero" for the game in Japan, signaling a potential soft reboot and continuation of the Budokai Tenkaichi subseries.

There are rumors circulating that the game will boast an extensive lineup of characters from Dragon Ball Super, possibly making it the largest roster in the history of the franchise's gaming adaptations. However, it is advised for fans to await an official confirmation from Bandai Namco before jumping to conclusions.

There may be more news coming soon about the latest Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi game, as suggested by a recent trademark filed by Bandai Namco. The 3D arena fighting game subseries is making a comeback after a gap of over 15 years since its last release on a mainline console. The reveal trailer for the new DBZ Budokai Tenkaichi game was short but showcased Goku transforming into his Super Saiyan Blue form, presented in a sleek cel-shaded anime art style similar to Dragon Ball FighterZ.

Bandai Namco has not provided fans with many updates about this new Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi game since the release of the reveal trailer. However, there have been rumors in the following months, such as one suggesting that an English voice actor from the Dragon Ball anime had worked on an unspecified game that involves a significant amount of screaming, and another hinting at the game's potential earlier-than-expected release. The latest update related to the game gives a glimpse into its progress and hints that fans may receive more information about it in the near future.

Bandai Namco recently trademarked the name "Sparking! Zero" in the United States, which corresponds to the Budokai Tenkaichii subseries in Japan. In the past, titles such as Dragon Ball Z: Sparking! Meteor were used. The trademark specifically refers to a downloadable video game software. This could indicate that the upcoming Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi game, initially announced without a title, release date, or platforms, might be titled "Dragon Ball Z: Sparking! Zero" in Japan, based on past titles in the series. The English version of the reveal trailer hinted at a new installment in the Budokai Tenkaichi series, possibly retaining the same name when localized in the West. With "Zero" in its name, the subtitle "Sparking! Zero" could also suggest a potential soft reboot for the game.

It is rumored that the game will include various new characters from Dragon Ball Super, such as the Pride Troopers from the Tournament of Power arc. The roster is expected to be one of the largest in the history of Dragon Ball games, possibly even surpassing Xenoverse 2's size with DLC. However, this information should be taken with caution as it is still based on rumors and speculation. Fans should wait for an official announcement from Bandai Namco regarding the game's content and title.

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (via Gematsu)