Dragon Ball Super's handling of Goten and Trunks represents one of the series' most disappointing creative decisions. Instead of allowing these young Saiyans to develop their own unique fighting styles and personalities, the series became overly dependent on their fusion into Gotenks. This lazy writing approach robbed fans of seeing two potentially compelling characters grow into their own as individual warriors.

The overuse of fusion not only stunted their character development but also made their appearances predictable and formulaic. Rather than exploring what made each character special, Dragon Ball Super reduced them to a simple plot device. This missed opportunity highlights a broader issue with how the series handles its expanding cast of characters, often favoring spectacle over meaningful character growth.