For years, Dragon Ball fans have dreamed of exploring the full multiverse. From the Tournament of Power to the gods of destruction and the mysterious angels, there are still countless secrets left untold. Now, as we move toward 2026, everything points to the idea that Dragon Ball Super is ready to expand like never before.
The multiverse might not just be a backdrop anymore it could become the center of Dragon Ball’s biggest story yet.
What We Know About the Multiverse in Dragon Ball
The Dragon Ball multiverse consists of twelve universes, each with its own gods, mortals, and power systems. So far, we’ve only truly explored Universe 7 (Goku’s home) and a few others like Universe 6, 11, and 9.
The Tournament of Power gave fans the first real look at how huge the multiverse truly is. We met warriors like Jiren, Hit, Kefla, and Toppo, proving that Goku and Vegeta aren’t the only ones capable of reaching god-like power.
But that tournament only scratched the surface. There are still universes that were barely mentioned, such as Universe 8, Universe 4, and Universe 1 which were said to have even higher mortal levels. That means stronger gods, faster fighters, and maybe even new kinds of Saiyans or species we haven’t met yet.
Everything suggests that 2026 will finally explore these hidden universes in the next Dragon Ball Super arc or series.
New Gods, New Universes & What They Could Mean
Every universe in Dragon Ball has its own God of Destruction, Angel, and Supreme Kai. So far, Beerus and Whis have taken most of the spotlight, but the next phase could introduce new divine characters who challenge their power and philosophy.
For example, Universe 1’s God of Destruction is said to be incredibly calm yet unmatched in strength. Universe 8’s god is rumored to have mastered both destruction and creation energy a balance even Beerus hasn’t achieved.
If the story heads in this direction, we might see Beerus facing rivals on his own level, while Goku and Vegeta are forced to evolve again. Imagine a battle where multiple gods fight not just to protect their universes, but to prove who truly deserves to exist in Zeno’s creation.
Fans are already calling this the “Era of the Gods Arc” — and it might finally answer one of Dragon Ball’s oldest questions: Who is the strongest being in the multiverse?
Impacts for Goku, Vegeta & the Saiyans
Goku and Vegeta have reached god-level power, yet they both know their limits. Ultra Instinct and Ultra Ego were just the beginning. If the multiverse expands in 2026, it could give both Saiyans entirely new reasons to grow not just in strength but in understanding.
Goku could meet angels who teach him deeper instincts beyond “Ultra Instinct,” possibly an evolution that connects body and spirit perfectly. Vegeta, on the other hand, might explore the destructive energy of other gods and unlock a true Ultra Ego form that surpasses even Beerus.
Meanwhile, the Saiyans from Universe 6 (like Cabba, Caulifla, and Kale) could return with new transformations of their own. Their worlds might even connect, bringing together two Saiyan legacies separated by universes.
This could lead to a new kind of Dragon Ball story one focused not just on fights, but on the balance between universes and divine energy itself.
Fan Predictions for Universe 8, Universe 9+
Fans believe Universe 8 will play a central role in the upcoming Dragon Ball Super arc. Many theories say that its God of Destruction is planning something that could throw off the balance of Zeno’s entire system.
Universe 9, previously seen as one of the weakest, might be rebuilt with stronger warriors under new leadership. The twin angels of these universes could even act as rivals to Whis and Vados hinting that angels might not always stay neutral.
If any of these theories come true, 2026 could mark the first time we see gods and angels go against each other, breaking one of Dragon Ball’s deepest cosmic rules.
Why 2026 Could Redefine Dragon Ball Scope
Dragon Ball Super has always been about limits and breaking them. But the next step isn’t just about higher power levels. It’s about expanding the story’s universe into something truly infinite.
We could see multiple divine hierarchies, new types of Dragon Balls that exist across dimensions, and threats that even Zeno cannot control. For fans, it means endless possibilities: cross universe team-ups, god wars, and transformations beyond imagination.
2026 could finally be the year where Dragon Ball goes from being about the strongest fighter to being about the fate of existence itself.
The multiverse is ready and Goku next challenge might not be a single opponent, but the entire structure of the cosmos.
