Why Dragon Ball Daima Sparked Controversy Among Fans

Summary

Dragon Ball Daima's announcement has received backlash from fans who aren't happy with the direction the series takes the franchise.

Fans had high hopes for an adaptation of the remaining story arcs from the Dragon Ball Super manga. Furthermore, the choice to transform the entire cast into child versions with Chibi-style aesthetics has faced backlash from fans.

The recent announcement of Dragon Ball Daima has elicited a negative response from many fans, despite its recent revelation. This has left those unaffected by the backlash questioning the reasons behind such strong reactions towards the newest addition to the Dragon Ball series. Unveiled at New York Comic-Con on October 13, 2023, Dragon Ball Daima is set to take place between Dragon Ball Z and Super, featuring younger versions of the entire cast, not solely Goku. Initially, this concept caused some confusion among fans.

The show's panel description implies that Akira Toriyama, the series creator, played a major role in its production, typically reassuring fans. However, it is the resemblances to previous Dragon Ball projects that have actually left certain fans dissatisfied.

Fans Worry Dragon Ball Daima Will Be GT All Over Again

Among fans expressing their dissatisfaction online, three main arguments are commonly raised to explain why they already have a dislike for Daima. The most prevalent of these arguments is that the series' premise, which involves Goku reverting back to being a child, bears too much resemblance to the series Dragon Ball GT. Dragon Ball GT, which had little involvement from Toriyama, was highly controversial among fans and was essentially disregarded as part of the canon with the introduction of Dragon Ball Super. However, it should be noted that this similarity is only superficial, and Toriyama's confirmed involvement in Daima's production should alleviate concerns about a recurrence of GT.

Another significant concern among certain fans is the desire to see the remaining story arcs from the Dragon Ball Super manga adapted into animation. These story arcs, the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga and the Granolah the Survivor Saga, take place in space and further expand the lore and universe of Dragon Ball Super. They also feature exciting fights that fans are eagerly awaiting to see brought to life through animation. The news of a new and different anime project being developed implies a longer wait until the remaining arcs of Super are animated, which has already caused some fans to express their discontent since the release of the new trailer.

Finally, there are fans who simply dislike the concept of transforming the entire cast into Chibi-style child versions of themselves. It is a valid criticism, and if someone does not appreciate the premise or style, it is unlikely that anything can be done to change their opinion. Some fans have been rational and acknowledged that the series may not be suitable for them, while others have expressed their dissatisfaction in a more offensive manner. Although the release date of Dragon Ball Daima is still in the future, hopefully its quality will be able to regain the support of these disappointed fans and make them regret their initial reactions.