Bandai Namco's highly anticipated new Dragon Ball game, Dragon Ball FighterZ, is shaping up to be one of the first major releases of 2018. It launches in the US and Europe on January 26, and it's being developed for PS4, Xbox One, and PC by fighting game experts Arc System Works, the studio behind the Guilty Gear and BlazBlue series.
On top of its fluid and flashy gameplay, one of the most exciting aspects of Dragon Ball FighterZ is its roster, which features some of the most recognizable characters from the anime series. 21 fighters have been confirmed so far, including mainstays Goku, Vegeta, and Frieza, as well as some overlooked villains like Nappa and Captain Ginyu. The game also introduces at least one brand-new character, known as Android 21, who plays a central role in its original story mode.
While the roster is already stacked with some of Dragon Ball's most notable characters, there are still some fighters who have yet to be revealed. Bandai Namco hasn't confirmed how many will be available from the start, but the publisher did announce that eight will be introduced as DLC following the game's release. We don't know which other Dragon Ball characters will appear in the game, but there are many who deserve to a spot on the roster. Click forward to see the 12 character we still want added to Dragon Ball FighterZ.
Beerus
The God of Destruction, Beerus, is one of the most powerful and intimidating characters in the Dragon Ball universe--so much so that even the Eternal Dragon Shenron cowers in his presence. Despite his slender physique, Beerus possesses unfathomable strength, as evidenced by how easily he defeated Goku in his Super Saiyan 3 form with a simple flick in Dragon Ball Super. Beerus has since become a regular companion of the main characters, making him a natural choice for a spot on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.
Broly
While Broly has never been directly acknowledged in the Dragon Ball Z anime or manga, he appeared as a major villain in several films and has become one of the most recognizable characters from the series. The Legendary Super Saiyan is nearly unstoppable thanks to his unbridled strength and hulking stature--traits that would make him a formidable character in Dragon Ball FighterZ. That Broly has regularly appeared in other Dragon Ball games should bode well for his chances of showing up in Arc System Works' title.
Dabura
The demon king Dabura was the evil wizard Babidi's right-hand man, playing an instrumental role in freeing Majin Buu from his imprisonment. Before he was betrayed by Babidi and Buu, Dabura faced off against the Z Fighters and proved to be a formidable foe thanks to his dark powers, like the ability to petrify foes with his spit. Those tricks, coupled with the ability to conjure up weapons like his Darkness Sword in the middle of a fight, would make Dabura a unique addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.
Dodoria and Zarbon
Frieza's top two henchmen, Dodoria and Zarbon, played an instrumental role during the Namek Saga, serving as powerful foes for the heroes to contend with as they raced to find the Namekian Dragon Balls. Because of this, either would make a great addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster, though it seems more likely that only one would be playable, with the other appearing briefly to assist with certain attacks, as is the case with Captain Ginyu and the other members of the Ginyu Force.
Dr. Gero
A former researcher in the Red Ribbon Army and the creator of the Androids, Dr. Gero is a brilliant and sadistic scientist. While he has yet to be confirmed for Dragon Ball FighterZ, he seems all but guaranteed to appear given how largely his specter looms over the game's story mode. His creations, particularly Android 16, play a central role in the narrative, and much has been made of the fact that Android 21's intellect is on par with Gero's. This all seems to point to Dr. Gero himself appearing in some capacity during the game.
Master Roshi
Goku's childhood mentor may have since been eclipsed by his former pupils, but as Dragon Ball Super proves, the wily Turtle Hermit can still hold his own in a fight thanks to his deep bag of tricks. What Master Roshi lacks in strength compared to the other fighters, he more than makes up for in experience. The veteran martial artist knows a wealth of special techniques, like the Evil Containment Wave and Thunder Shock Surprise, that can help him turn the tables on a more powerful opponent.
Mr. Satan
The reigning World Martial Arts champion, Mr. Satan is renowned far and wide for his superhuman strength and skill--at least to his fans. In reality, Mr. Satan is comically inept, and he's only held on to his championship through a combination of wits and sheer dumb luck. Unlike most other characters in Dragon Ball, Mr. Satan can't fly, nor can he even use energy attacks, but that's why he would make such an interesting addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.
Raditz
Goku's older brother, Raditz, was the first major villain introduced in Dragon Ball Z, arriving to Earth ahead of his fellow Saiyans, Nappa and Vegeta, and handily defeating Goku in battle. While he only appeared in the series for a very brief time, he was nonetheless an important character in the Saiyan Saga, if only because he revealed the truth behind Goku's origins and set the stage for a much bigger battle. Raditz may pale in comparison to the other Saiyans now, but he was a memorable villain who deserves a spot on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster.
Vegito
Like their sons Goten and Trunks, Goku and Vegeta have fused together on several occasions, and depending on the method they use, they become either Vegito or Gogeta. Both are extraordinarily powerful fighters worthy of a spot on the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster, but as Vegito played a major role in both Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super (while Gogeta appeared in a film and the non-canonical Dragon Ball GT), he seems to be the more likely of the two fused warriors to make the cut.
Videl
Mr. Satan's daughter and Gohan's eventual wife, Videl is an accomplished martial artist in her own right. Unlike her bumbling father, Videl is a genuinely talented fighter who helps the police fight crime in Satan City, and she's one of the few supporting characters who's mastered how to fly. Despite that, she can't use energy attacks, so her moveset would have to emphasize close-range fighting. While that may sound like a disadvantage, it would help set her apart from all the Saiyans and supervillains that make up the roster.
Uub
Before Goku destroyed Kid Buu, he made a wish that Buu would be reincarnated so the two could fight again some day. That reincarnation would turn out to be Uub, a brilliant young martial artist from a poverty-stricken land. While Uub would go on to be major character in the disliked Dragon Ball GT, he would nonetheless make a good addition to Dragon Ball FighterZ. As the reincarnation of Buu, Uub is the strongest human in the series, and his eventual fusion with Innocent Buu (who is confirmed for the FighterZ roster) bestows him with some unique abilities that would make him a fun character to play.
Kid Goku
Ever since he was a young boy, Goku has displayed incredible strength and proficiency in martial arts, which would make his younger self a great addition to the Dragon Ball FighterZ roster. Along with his signature Kamehameha, Goku knew a variety of different techniques as a kid that he rarely uses anymore, like the Solar Flare and Afterimage techniques, which would make his moveset unique from his adult counterpart. He could also wield his childhood weapon the Power Pole to help compensate for his shorter reach.
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