Beyond paid DLC, each numbered free update (1.02 through 1.23) added:
Notably, Update 1.18 added the Skybreaker and Stone Bullet skills, and Update 1.20 rebalanced all races, making Namekians and Majins viable in PvP.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2’s DLC journey — from Update 1’s simple stability fixes to the Hero of Justice Pack’s movie tie-ins — shows how a solid foundation plus consistent fan-driven content can sustain a game for nearly a decade. The Nintendo Switch version, despite hardware limits, received every single update, proving that portable Dragon Ball is not a compromise. For players who download the complete NSP collection, they aren’t just buying a game — they’re acquiring a time capsule of Super, GT, Z, and even Heroes lore. As of 2026, with no Xenoverse 3 announced, Xenoverse 2 remains the definitive Dragon Ball sandbox, and its DLC updates are the reason why.
DRAGON BALL Xenoverse 2 Update 1 (often referred to in the community alongside Super Pack 1) introduces a foundational wave of new content, including playable characters from the Dragon Ball Super "Universe 6 vs. Universe 7" saga, new mentor interactions, and technical updates for the Nintendo Switch (NSP) version. Key Features and New Content New Playable Characters:
Cabba: The Saiyan from Universe 6, including his base form and Super Saiyan transformation.
Frost: The Universe 6 counterpart to Frieza, appearing in his Final Form. New Mentor: DRAGON BALL Xenoverse 2 -NSP DLCs Update 1....
Hit: The legendary assassin from Universe 6 becomes available as a master to train your custom character. New Skills and Attacks:
Five new attacks are added, including Breaker Energy Wave (also known as Angry Kamehameha) and various Time Skip skills derived from Hit’s moveset (e.g., Flash Skewer, Back Breaker, and Jump Spike). Missions and Quests:
3 New Parallel Quests: Specifically PQs 101, 102, and 103, which allow you to unlock the new skills and items. Cosmetics and Items:
New Costumes: Includes Champa’s Clothes and Cabba’s Clothes.
5 New Super Souls: Includes "I’ve been saving this! Kaioken!" which improves the Kaioken transformation for custom avatars. Beyond paid DLC, each numbered free update (1
2 New Emotes: "Seeking Opponents" and "Recruiting Team Members". Technical and Platform Details (Switch/NSP)
Availability: This content is typically part of the Super Pass or can be purchased as the standalone Super Pack 1.
Update Integration: For Nintendo Switch players using NSP files, the DLC content is usually activated by applying the corresponding software update (version 1.08 or higher) alongside the DLC license files.
TP Medal Shop: Certain skills like Secret Poison and Cabba’s Ultimate can be acquired through the TP Medal Shop in Conton City, which now remains open daily following major updates.
Xenoverse 2 getting DLC 6 early. Instructions - Nintendo Switch Notably, Update 1
Many users searching for "Update 1...." get stalled by error codes. Here are the most common issues with the Xenoverse 2 NSP.
Error 2002-4518 (Corrupted Data)
The DLC Characters are Locked
"Update Available" Nag
Despite these strengths, Update 1 and the initial NSP DLCs had notable flaws: