Bandai Namco Sets 2027 Release Window for Major Digimon Story DLC and Upcoming Anime
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Bandai Namco has confirmed a 2027 release window for a major story expansion to Digimon Story: Time Stranger, alongside plans for a new anime series.
Bandai Namco has officially confirmed that Digimon Story: Time Stranger is receiving a major expansion titled A Hero's Eternal Legacy in 2027. According to reporting from GameRant, the upcoming DLC takes place three years after the base game and introduces a new protagonist alongside fresh locations, keeping the momentum going for one of the franchise's strongest modern JRPG outings.
While a full sequel to Time Stranger has not yet been announced, the strong commercial performance of the base game makes future projects all but guaranteed. Alongside the gaming expansion, Bandai Namco is also prepping a brand new anime series to debut in 2027 following the conclusion of Digimon Beatbreak later this month. With the franchise approaching its milestone thirtieth anniversary, 2027 is shaping up to be a massive year for both longtime veterans and newer fans diving into creature collectors across consoles and PC.
For now, the community will have to wait for further details on how this ambitious DLC will expand the Time Stranger universe and whether the upcoming anime series will lean into nostalgic callbacks or introduce a completely fresh cast. As modern players juggle live service battle passes and seasonal updates, having a dedicated story expansion to look forward to offers a refreshing change of pace for single player enthusiasts.
Tags: Digimon, JRPG, Gaming News, Bandai Namco
Original article: Game Rant