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The world’s first theme park dedicated to the Dragon Ball universe of comics, movies and games will be built in Saudi Arabia, allowing visitors to experience the adventures of Goku and his friends.
He Qiddiya Investment Company behind the project shared details about what to expect from the development. The park will span 500,000 square meters and will feature seven themed lands based on different Dragon Balls. There will be more than 30 themed attractions throughout the territory, in addition to five main attractions, hotels and restaurants.
The concept art below gives potential visitors a sneak peek at the park’s plans. The images reveal several iconic locations from the Dragon Ball sagas, including Kame House, Capsule Corporation, and Beerus’ Planet. The artwork also features a must-see 70-meter-high Shenron roller coaster.
News of the theme park comes the same year that the original Dragon Ball manga will celebrate its 40th anniversary and just weeks after the death of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, prompting fans and industry peers from all over the world to come together to remember. the life and work of the legendary artist.
Between the original franchise, the most popular “Z” series, the divisive GT, and the hit Super, Toriyama’s Dragon Ball has transcended its manga beginnings to become a pop culture phenomenon. The newly announced theme park will allow fans to immerse themselves in the world of Dragon Ball in real life.
The company behind the theme park has not yet revealed an opening date, but construction on this colossal project is expected to begin soon.
Adele Ankers-Range is a freelance entertainment writer for IGN. You can follow her on X/Twitter. @AdeleAnkers.
Cover image credit: Toei Animation Co. via Qiddiya.