"Dragon Ball Legends" Launches "DB40th Anniversary Campaign," Featuring Illustrations by Akira Toriyama; Special Edition Characters Including Goku Join the Battle
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/411/G041172/20251029048/
Editorial Department: maru | 2025/10/29 08:58 (UTC)
Bandai Namco Entertainment today (October 29, 2025) launched the “Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Campaign” for its smartphone app “Dragon Ball Legends” (iOS / Android), featuring illustrations by the late manga artist Akira Toriyama.
The campaign introduces special edition new characters: Son Goku and Gohan (Super Saiyan, Childhood), recreated from original manga cover art and poster illustrations. Son Goku is a well-rounded combat character based on the cover of Volume 26 of the manga tankōbon series, boasting strong physical attack power. Meanwhile, Gohan (Super Saiyan, Childhood) is modeled after an insert poster from Weekly Shōnen Jump issue #1993-12 and features high support capabilities and powerful ranged attacks. To coincide with this announcement, a brand-new trailer showcasing battle scenes between the two characters has also been released.
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Additionally, a new item called “Manga” has been introduced, allowing players to switch the appearance of specific characters’ illustrations into classic manga-style artwork. An event titled “Manga Collection”, where players can collect these items, is currently ongoing.
Furthermore, players can now enjoy cover art from all 42 volumes of the original Dragon Ball manga on the title screen during the campaign period. A promotional code has also been distributed that grants 200 Chrono Crystals. For more details, please check out the official release below.
Official “Dragon Ball Legends” Website
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Manga-style artwork is being rolled out!
The Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Campaign has begun!
Enjoy Akira Toriyama’s illustrations in Legends too!
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Campaign, featuring continued implementation of illustrations by the late Akira Toriyama, for the mobile game app “Dragon Ball Legends,” available on App Store and Google Play from Bandai Namco Entertainment.
We also announce the addition of special edition new characters, SP Son Goku and SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood), directly based on Akira Toriyama’s manga cover art and promotional posters.
▼ During the campaign period, more Akira Toriyama illustrations will be added!
(1) Event “Manga Collection” is ongoing — play events to collect items called “Manga.”
(2) New feature: Switch Legends character artwork to original Dragon Ball manga panel style.
(3) Special edition new characters SP Son Goku and SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood) are now available!
(4) During the campaign, cover art from all 42 volumes of the original manga will appear randomly on the title screen!
Collect items in “Manga Collection” to unlock original manga artwork!
Play events to collect a total of 42 “Manga” items! Once you obtain an item labeled “Manga,” the corresponding character’s illustration will switch to match its original manga panel style.
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Each “Manga” item unlocks a different character’s illustration, so collect all 42 items to see how each character transforms into original manga style!
Use “Manga” items to switch characters to original manga panels!
Once you obtain an item labeled “Manga,” the corresponding character’s illustration will change to match its original manga panel. Since different characters are unlocked per “Manga” item, collect all 42 to discover how each one appears in classic manga form.
The full details of the Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Campaign are also being featured in a special broadcast!
Special Joint Program for Dragon Ball’s 40th Anniversary: Dokkan Battle & Legends Special Episode:
https://youtu.be/QE468OgyvLs
New special edition characters SP Son Goku and SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood) are now available!
The “Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary Gashapon” event is currently live! Two exclusive new characters, SP Son Goku and SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood), have been added — each featuring artwork based on both Akira Toriyama’s original illustrations and the unique “Legends art style.”
▼ Battle trailer for SP Son Goku & SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood):
https://youtu.be/880cuitIYpI
● SP Son Goku
SP Son Goku is based on the cover art of Volume 26 of the manga tankōbon series! A versatile character excelling in both offense and defense, with strong physical attack power. When using Physical or Ranged Arts attacks, deals increased damage. Additionally, upon entering battle, activates effects such as disabling special cover changes and reducing enemy Physical/Ranged Arts damage and cost — the effect increases based on how many times he has been deployed.
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● SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood)
SP Super Saiyan Gohan (Childhood) is based on a poster included in the 1993-12 issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump! This character features strong support capabilities and powerful ranged attacks. Increases damage and damage block for “Tag: Half-Saiyan” and “Tag: DB.” Additionally, when entering battle, draws a Ranged card; upon hitting with Physical/Ranged Arts, allows up to two additional Ranged cards to be drawn.
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For detailed character stats, visit:
https://dble.bn-ent.net/news/jp/character/
Event Duration: Ongoing until approximately January 14, 2026 at 15:00.
※Please check the in-app announcements for full details.
※Details and duration may be changed or ended without notice. Please understand.
Enjoy cover art from all 42 original manga volumes on the title screen!
During this period, original Dragon Ball manga covers will appear randomly on the title screen! Log in multiple times to discover each of the 42 different covers.
Title Screen Art Change Period: Ongoing until approximately November 21, 2025 at 15:00.
Get 200 Chrono Crystals with a promotional code — now being distributed!
During the special joint broadcast “Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary! Dokkan Battle & Legends Special Program,” a promotional code granting 200 Chrono Crystals is being distributed. You can claim this reward by linking your app to the Bandai Namco Entertainment Web Store, where you can purchase Chrono Crystals and other items at better rates than in-app.
Watch the special program and collect your Chrono Crystals now!
Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary! Dokkan Battle & Legends Joint Special Program:
https://youtu.be/QE468OgyvLs
About Bandai Namco Entertainment Web Store
The Bandai Namco Entertainment Web Store is a shopping platform offering Chrono Crystals and other items at lower prices than in-app purchases. As a special offer, we’re currently giving away 500 Chrono Crystals (one-time use only) to new users! If you’re unsure how to use the Web Store, check out this video first:
Web Store Tutorial Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xigpJf7jitI&t=6s
Web Store FAQ:
https://dble.bn-ent.net/jp/webstore/
We plan to continue offering exclusive sales and promotional codes in the future.
Promotional Code Distribution Period: Ongoing until approximately November 11, 2025 at 0:00.
※Offer details may vary by country or region. Some items may have purchase limits.
※There might be a delay before Chrono Crystals are reflected in your account.
※Each promotional code can only be used once per account.
※If you do not receive the reward after navigating to the store, please wait a moment and restart the app.