The Sparking Zero roadmap, revealed by Bandai Namco in October 2026, runs through summer 2027. PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC get a Gogeta (Super) Legendary Warrior Face-off event this fall, then the free Tower of Power solo mode this winter. Spring 2027 adds Tower of Power Team-Up, Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP, and after summer 2027 comes a cross-play beta plus an unnamed paid DLC character. However, Bandai Namco has given no exact dates, and Switch and Switch 2 players wait longer for most of it.
Summary: Dragon Ball Sparking Zero roadmap
- Fall 2026: Legendary Warrior Face-off events, with Gogeta (Super) on PS5, Xbox and PC and Frieza (Super) on Switch and Switch 2.
- Winter 2026-27: the free Tower of Power (Solo) mode arrives on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- Spring 2027: Tower of Power Team-Up for up to 5 players, plus Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP.
- After summer 2027: a cross-play beta test and a paid DLC character, with no name or date yet.
- Switch: Switch and Switch 2 get Mission 100 and Survival Mode in spring 2027, and Tower of Power after summer 2027.
Sparking Zero Roadmap by Platform
Bandai Namco split the roadmap into two groups, because the Nintendo versions came later. As reported by outlets that read the official roadmap graphic, the schedule looks like this.
| Window | PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC | Switch and Switch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Legendary Warrior Face-off: Gogeta (Super) | Legendary Warrior Face-off: Frieza (Super) |
| Winter 2026-27 | Tower of Power (Solo), free | Nothing listed |
| Spring 2027 | Tower of Power (Team-Up), Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP, free | Mission 100 and Survival Mode, free, plus the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC for purchase |
| After summer 2027 | Cross-play beta test and a paid DLC character | Tower of Power (Solo and Team-Up), Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP |
The game launched on October 11, 2024, so this plan covers its second anniversary and beyond. Bandai Namco has not given exact release dates for any of these items.
Tower of Power Explained
Tower of Power is a new mode, and its name likely nods to the Tournament of Power from Dragon Ball Super. It arrives in two parts.
Tower of Power (Solo)
This is a single-player challenge. You climb a tower of floors, and stronger enemies appear as you go higher. You can use your favorite characters, or characters you trained in the Limit Breaker Journey mode from the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC.
Characters that conquer the tower earn customization items. Those items make the Ki charging aura flashier, and Bandai Namco showed the effect with Son Goku (Super) in Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan form.
Bandai Namco says the solo mode is scheduled for this winter on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Tower of Power (Team-Up)
The team version is scheduled for around spring 2027. Up to five players team up online, and each player controls one character. Bandai Namco says its mechanics resemble the battles at Fortuneteller Baba’s Palace.
Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP
Mission 100 and Survival Mode already exist in the game. The SP versions are upgraded editions that you can play with characters you trained in the Limit Breaker Journey. They feature the existing missions and battles, but enemies have enhanced stats.
One detail matters for your wallet. Bandai Namco says you can play the contents of the free update even if you do not own the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC. However, you need the DLC to use the Limit Breaker Journey mode itself, so the DLC is the way to train boosted characters.
PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC players get these SP modes in spring 2027. Switch and Switch 2 players get the standard Mission 100 and Survival Mode in spring 2027, and the SP versions come after summer 2027.
Cross-Play Release Date
Cross-play is the most requested item, but it arrives as a beta test and not as a full launch. Bandai Namco plans the beta after summer 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The roadmap does not list a date, and it does not include cross-play for Switch or Switch 2.
Since it is a beta, expect limits. Bandai Namco has not described how the test works, who can join or when a full release follows.
Gogeta (Super) Legendary Warrior Face-off
The first item on the roadmap is a Legendary Warrior Face-off event with Gogeta (Super) on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC this fall. Switch and Switch 2 get a similar event with Frieza (Super) in the same period.
In the sources I checked, Bandai Namco has not described how the event works or what rewards it offers. Watch the official Dragon Ball Games channels for details closer to the date.
DLC: Super Limit-Breaking NEO and the New Character
The Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC is already available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. It adds the Limit Breaker Journey mode, which trains characters for the new Tower of Power and the SP modes.
Nintendo players have to wait. Bandai Namco says the DLC arrives on Switch and Switch 2 at a later date, and the roadmap points to spring 2027.
After summer 2027, a paid DLC character is also planned for non-Nintendo platforms. Bandai Namco has not named the character or given a price.
What the Roadmap Means for Switch Players
Switch and Switch 2 owners get the same content as everyone else, but later:
- Spring 2027: Mission 100 and Survival Mode, and the option to buy the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC.
- After summer 2027: Tower of Power in solo and team-up forms, plus Mission 100 SP and Survival Mode SP.
- Cross-play: not listed for Nintendo platforms.
So if you play on Switch, you wait roughly a year for the full modes compared with other platforms.
How to Prepare for the Next Updates
- Own the DLC if you want boosted characters. The Limit Breaker Journey mode comes with the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC.
- Train a favorite team. Tower of Power Team-Up lets five players each bring one character.
- Plan for the beta. Check that your platform is PS5, Xbox Series X|S or PC.
- Follow official channels. The dates are seasons, not days.
Common Mistakes and Clarifications
- Assuming exact dates. The roadmap lists seasons only.
- Expecting cross-play for Switch. The beta covers PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- Thinking the free update needs the DLC. You can play the SP content without it, but you cannot train characters in Limit Breaker Journey without it.
- Mixing up the two Face-off events. Gogeta (Super) goes to PS5, Xbox and PC, and Frieza (Super) goes to Nintendo platforms.
What Could Change Next
Bandai Namco may move dates or add details, especially for the unnamed DLC character and the cross-play beta. Everything above is accurate as of October 11, 2026, so check the official Dragon Ball Games channels for updates.
Conclusion
The Sparking Zero roadmap gives PS5, Xbox and PC a steady run of free updates, from Tower of Power this winter to a cross-play beta after summer 2027. Switch players get the same content later. Grab the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC if you want the boosted characters, and wait for exact dates from Bandai Namco.
FAQs
When is the Sparking Zero cross-play beta?
Bandai Namco plans the beta after summer 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. It has not given a date.
What is Tower of Power in Sparking Zero?
It is a new mode where you climb floors against stronger enemies. A solo version arrives this winter, and a Team-Up version for up to five players arrives around spring 2027.
Do I need the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC for Mission 100 SP?
No, you can play the free update without it. However, the DLC includes the Limit Breaker Journey mode that trains characters for those modes.
Is there more DLC coming for Sparking Zero?
Yes. A paid DLC character is planned after summer 2027, but Bandai Namco has not named the character.
When do Switch players get Tower of Power?
Switch and Switch 2 players get Tower of Power in solo and team-up forms after summer 2027.
What is the Gogeta (Super) event?
It is a Legendary Warrior Face-off event planned for fall 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Bandai Namco has not shared its details yet.
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