Fans hoping for a follow-up to Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot may want to keep their expectations tempered, but they shouldn't count a sequel out entirely. During a panel at this year’s Japan Expo, CyberConnect2 CEO Hiroshi Matsuyama was asked about the future of the series, but he stopped short of providing a definitive answer.
According to reports from the event, Matsuyama remained notably "evasive" regarding the possibility of a Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot 2. He neither confirmed nor denied the existence of a sequel, leaving the door slightly ajar while avoiding any concrete promises to the audience.
Quick Facts
- Game: Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot
- Developer: CyberConnect2
- Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Status: Sequel status unconfirmed; CEO Hiroshi Matsuyama was "evasive" regarding future plans
Shifting Focus at CyberConnect2
The lack of a direct denial is particularly interesting given that CyberConnect2 has previously indicated a shift in its development strategy. The studio has openly discussed moving away from licensed titles for a period to focus on its own original projects. However, when pressed on the Kakarot franchise during the Expo, Matsuyama’s only firm comment was that the team is "working hard" on its current licensed anime portfolio. It is worth noting that the studio is known to be working on hack//Z.E.R.O., which could be the focus of those remarks.
While titles like Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero and the upcoming Xenoverse 3 continue to dominate the fighting and online space for the franchise, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot occupies a unique position as a dedicated RPG experience. The game, which first released in 2020, garnered a reputation for its detailed retelling of the manga and anime sagas. Despite its success, the title notably omitted large sections of Dragon Ball Super and GT, leaving a clear opening for a potential follow-up that fans have long requested.
For now, Matsuyama’s refusal to shut down the idea of a sequel is the closest thing to an official update the community has received. Whether that suggests a project is in the early stages or simply a desire to keep options open, the future of the Kakarot series remains officially unconfirmed.