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Nearly 10 months ago, PUBG Mobile made an official announcement about their collaboration with Dragon Ball, one of the world's most influential anime franchises. This partnership followed Dragon Ball's collaboration with Fortnite, which introduced character skins based on the anime in the game. However, PUBG Mobile clarified that the collaboration would not be available in the popular mobile battle royale until the following year. The recently released 2.6 update did not include the Dragon Ball content, which currently features the Dinoground theme on classic maps. Nonetheless, if the rumors are accurate, officials are planning to release Dragon Ball content with the upcoming 2.7 update. This update is expected to introduce a Dragon Ball Discovery event and bring themed changes to the classic battle royale maps.
PUBG Mobile x Dragon Ball collab: Everything we know about the so far
The collaboration was officially announced through a tweet, coinciding with the release of Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO, the franchise's latest movie. The movie focused on less popular characters such as Gohan, Piccolo, and Pan, but still managed to earn over $100 million at the global box office. However, it is unlikely that the collaboration in PUBG Mobile will be limited to these few characters.
Leaked information from data miners and popular YouTubers who report on these matters suggests that PUBG Mobile will introduce purchasable skins of popular characters from the Dragon Ball franchise. Some of these characters are expected to come with iconic emotes, such as power-ups and fusion dances. Last year, the developers released a Google form where they asked the audience to vote for the characters they would like to see in the collaboration. The list of characters included in the form is as follows:
Son Goku
Vegeta
Trunks
Gohan
Piccolo
Bulma
Frieza
Cell
Most of these characters are likely to appear in the game during the upcoming collaboration. However, it should be noted that based on past experiences, players may need to spend a significant amount to acquire these skins.
Aside from purchasable skins, players can look forward to Dragon Ball themed events that are expected to accompany this collaboration. Revamped classic maps to feature the Dragon Ball Discovery event, inspired by previous anime collaborations such as Jujutsu Kaisen and Arcane, are anticipated to be part of the experience.
It's important to approach all these reports with skepticism as they are speculative assumptions. However, based on leaked content roadmap data for the year, it is highly likely that the much-anticipated collaboration will be featured in the 2.7 update, bringing exciting gameplay upgrades.
The Dragon Ball franchise, created by Akira Toriyama, has had a profound and enduring impact on multiple generations. Since its manga debut in 1984, Dragon Ball has become a cultural phenomenon, expanding into anime, sequels, spin-offs, movies, video games, and merchandise. The franchise's influence on the anime and manga industry is undeniable, introducing epic battles, intricate power systems, and intense training regimens that have become defining elements of the shonen genre. Dragon Ball's global popularity has also played a significant role in the spread of Japanese popular culture, fostering a dedicated community of fans and inspiring a new wave of artists, writers, and storytellers. This influence can be seen in various forms of entertainment, including video games, where fans can immerse themselves in the world of Dragon Ball.
