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Dragon Ball Store Opens: Fans Divided Over CG Goku

11/15/2025

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On November 14, Dragon Ball opened its first store, DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO, featuring official merchandise.
The opening showcased CG footage of franchise events, including a controversial CG render of Super Saiyan Goku.
Fans appreciated the film’s new animation style in Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes, though many prefer traditional 2D.
The move to CG for Goku raises concerns that Toei Animation may shift future projects away from 2D.

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On November 14, Dragon Ball opened its first store, DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO, featuring official merchandise.
The opening showcased CG footage of franchise events, including a controversial CG render of Super Saiyan Goku.
Fans appreciated the film’s new animation style in Dragon Ball Super: Super Heroes, though many prefer traditional 2D.
The move to CG for Goku raises concerns that Toei Animation may shift future projects away from 2D.