: Released in early 2026, this video features standout scenes re-animated with modern techniques in 4K at 60FPS 🛠️ Fan-Made 4K Restorations
Note: This requires a powerful PC (RTX 4090 recommended) and roughly 200 hours of rendering time for the full 291 episodes.
Therefore, a "true" 4K release requires re-scanning the original film negatives (not the broadcast masters) and digitally remastering them. When done right, a 4K restoration reveals grain structure, hand-painted cel details, and background art that VHS and DVD completely destroyed.
If you cannot wait for Toei, here is how to experience Dragon Ball Z in 4K using modern tools:
And yes — the beam struggles look phenomenal. The layered auras, the particle effects from destructible environments — they’ve never felt more three-dimensional.

