The Dragon Ball Z fandom exploded with excitement as news of a future saga, for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, hit the internet. Accompanied by a jaw-dropping trailer, fans couldn’t help but notice something oddly familiar, the intro title card! It bore a striking resemblance to the iconic Marvel Cinematic Universe sequence that kicks off every Marvel Studios masterpiece. Fans are loving every second of it!
Is Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Trying to be the Next MCU?
In 2024, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will be getting a new DLC, after a long wait, that will offer a vast storyline, the first being a four-part arc set to release in the spring of this year. The popular fighting game, developed by Japanese studio Dimps and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is one of the biggest video game sagas the world has seen, based on the popular Dragon Ball Z franchise.
Since its launch in late 2016, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 has received many paid DLCs. These downloadable contents give additional characters to play with, new missions to complete, cool outfits to wear, and even soundtracks to make the gameplaying journey even more interesting.
Thus, to announce this big news, Bandai Namco released a trailer, teasing all the exciting additions that are about to come. And it was right there when fans noticed a striking resemblance between the Marvel and the Xenoverse 2 intro card.
Why is Xenoverse 2 trying to be Marvel lmfao 💀 pic.twitter.com/P4wjgU6ujx
— SLO (@SLOplays) March 29, 2024
But as silly as it might sound, Japan has over the years loved and respected Marvel immensely. Thus, this very well could be a way to show their tribute.
Additionally, the height of success Marvel has achieved is truly unfathomable. Thus, Xenoverse 2, despite being extensively popular, could also aspire to taste that same level of success. All in all, this new detail has sparked a million questions in the fans’ minds, especially regarding what this means for the game and how exactly Xenoverse will channel its inner MCU. Fans are curious about the elements this DB game may borrow from the superhero multiverse.
Fans Were Absolutely Thrilled to Catch This Exciting New Detail!
Despite the lighthearted banter and jests surrounding the similarities between the title card of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it can be speculated that the MCU may have served as a significant influence for this forthcoming DLC.
Additionally, while the comparisons may initially spark amusement among fans, they don’t necessarily imply criticism. In fact, some fans are suggesting that any Marvel concept Xenoverse borrows, it will make it 100x better, adding its own flair to the mix.
Although the debate will continue, here are some of the fan reactions,
Ayo? Xenoverse Cinematic Universe when?
— Little Wolf Litos🐺 (@Litooooos) March 29, 2024
Bc there the two best things that could be in any human being life
— 🤫QuietQ🤐 (@QuietQ92) March 30, 2024
Mimicry is a great form of flattery?
— The Alex Cuesta Show (@AlexCuestaShow) March 29, 2024
This is how the XENO CU Starts 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/xybMIppTAi
— Jp (@LogHorizon4_JP) March 29, 2024
Sometimes I forget how much Japan loves the MCU too
At long last the Dragon Ball Cinematic Universe is real🤣 pic.twitter.com/JICGZ8wmus— Gabriel Benton (@GabrielBenton10) March 29, 2024
Game recognizes Game
With how often DB and Marvel been referencing eachother I wouldn't be surprised to see an official crossover at some point very soon.— – Nobodi (@Callme_Nobodi) March 29, 2024
Interestingly, while the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the Dragon Ball Xenoverse saga might seem different at first glance, they actually share quite a few similarities. Expect from the title sequences, time travel, alternate realities, and epic battles, this is what both franchises are essentially all about. And fans aren’t complaining, in fact, they’re excited to experience it all!
