Digesting the news of Akira Toriyama’s passing hasn’t been easy on anyone. Having sent shockwaves through the Dragon Ball community, the unfortunate situation has cast a somber mood over the upcoming gameplay showcase for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero.
Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of the legendary manga artist and expressing their deep sadness on social media platforms. His passing before the release of the highly anticipated game has left a bitter taste in many mouths.
Fans Hope to See Sparking Zero Do Akira Toriyama Justice
After Toriyama’s passing, people across social media came together to mourn the loss of a legend. Regardless of whether you’re a Dragon Ball fan, there’s no denying the impact he held in the manga industry, even apart from the Shonen division.
With this tragic event having unfolded, people are keenly following the developments of the upcoming game with a closer eye.
Bandai Namco’s gameplay showcase will be unveiled soon, along with the excitement, there are a lot of expectations being passed around.
It’s not just YouTube commenters, but plenty of heartfelt emotions being shared on X as well.
I really hope Sparking Zero doesn’t flop and does Akira Toriyama’s work justice.
It would be a beautiful send off if Bandai doesn’t cut corners this time around pic.twitter.com/i7QWiFzBad
— ShonenGames (@ShonenGameZ) March 8, 2024
For many, the arrival of Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is a bittersweet moment without the presence of Toriyama to share the excitement.
The fact that Toriyama won't get to see DragonBall Sparking Zero release pic.twitter.com/1oHdkQjy6s
— Read Ordeal on Webtoons (@fee1thebern) March 9, 2024
The legend made unparalleled contributions to the world of manga and anime. As fans eagerly await the unveiling of the latest installment in the DB gaming franchise, they also pay homage to the visionary artist who brought the iconic characters Goku and Vegeta to life.
The Man With an Unmistakable Impact
Akira Toriyama‘s passing marks the end of an era in the world of manga and anime. Throughout his career, Toriyama captivated audiences with his unique storytelling, unique character designs, and imaginative world-building.
From the groundbreaking success of Dragon Ball to the enduring popularity of franchises like Dr. Slump and Dragon Quest, it’s not a stretch to say that Toriyama’s influence transcended generations and genres.
His legacy extends far beyond the many pages of his manga that he’s inked over the years. His iconic characters have become cultural icons, inspiring countless artists, writers, and creators around the globe to kickstart something of their own.
40th anniversary of DB, Daima, the manga, new movies and series, and new games like Sparking Zero all without Toriyama being here, man this fucking sucks
I know that everyone tied to him will at least do the best to honor his legacy
— Dan (@OverlordDan) March 8, 2024
As Bandai Namco prepares to showcase SZ, the weight of Toriyama’s legacy is not forgotten.
As fans come to terms with the loss of Toriyama, they find solace in celebrating his remarkable legacy. Aside from SZ, fans also have the release of DAIMA to look forward to, which was personally worked on by the mangaka to tell a brand new story in the DB universe.
Are you looking forward to the release of Sparking Zero? Have you any words to say about Toriyama? Feel free to share them in the comments below—tell us your story on how the mangaka impacted your life.
