Get ready, anime and manga fans! A fresh wave of titles has landed in North America between April 27th and May 3rd, 2025. From highly anticipated anime Blu-ray releases to exciting new manga volumes, there’s something for everyone to dive into. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect to find at your favorite retailers.
Anime Releases: What’s New on Blu-ray?
Several exciting anime titles have made their way to North American shelves in Blu-ray format.
Classroom of the Elite Season 3
- Publisher: Shout! Factory
- Price: US$69.98
- Release Date: April 29
- Description: The mind games and strategic battles continue in the highly anticipated third season of Classroom of the Elite.
A Place Further Than the Universe
- Publisher: Crunchyroll
- Price: US$59.98
- Release Date: April 29
- Description: This heartfelt adventure anime about a group of girls embarking on a journey to Antarctica arrives on Blu-ray, perfect for reliving the emotional moments and stunning visuals.
Naruto Shippūden BD 6
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Price: US$39.95
- Release Date: April 29
- Description: More action-packed episodes from the legendary Naruto Shippuden series are here.
Rick and Morty: The Anime
- Publisher: Warner Bros.
- Price: US$29.98
- Release Date: April 29
- Description: A unique take on the popular animated series Rick and Morty, reimagined in the anime style.
Urusei Yatsura Seasons 3-4
- Publisher: Sentai Filmworks
- Price: US$79.98
- Release Date: April 29
- Description: More zany adventures with Lum and Ataru in this classic anime series.
Manga Mania: New Print Releases
A wide variety of manga titles spanning different genres have also been released.
Alpha Wolfgirl x Omega Wolfboy GN 3
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$14.99
- Release Date: April 29
Ashita no Joe: Fighting for Tomorrow GN 2 (hardcover)
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Price: US$59.99
- Release Date: April 29
Blend S GN 2
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Price: US$15.00
- Release Date: April 29
Brunhild the Dragonslayer GN 2
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Price: US$13.00
- Release Date: April 29
Cat Man GN
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$14.99
- Release Date: April 29
The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain GN 4
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
Dai Dark GN 8
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
Dance in the Vampire Bund: Age of Scarlet Order GN 14
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
Dragon Ball Super GN 23
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Price: US$11.99
- Release Date: April 29
Dungeon People GN 5
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
EDENS ZERO GN 31
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Price: US$10.99
- Release Date: April 29
Firefly Wedding GN 2
- Publisher: Viz Media
- Price: US$11.99
- Release Date: April 29
GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis GN 1
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
IDOL x IDOL STORY! GN 1
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
Kaya-chan Isn’t Scary GN 1
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$13.99
- Release Date: April 29
My New Boss Is Goofy GN 1
- Publisher: Seven Seas
- Price: US$14.99
- Release Date: April 29
Nina the Starry Bride GN 9
- Publisher: Kodansha USA
- Price: US$12.99
- Release Date: April 29
Senpai, This Can’t Be Love! Brush Up GN 2
- Publisher: Yen Press
- Price: US$15.00
- Release Date: April 29
Ongoing Anime Series
- One Piece: The Egghead Arc continues with new episodes being released weekly. Episode 1127 was released on April 27th, 2025, and Episode 1128 on May 3rd, 2025, on Crunchyroll. Netflix is one week behind, releasing episode 1127 on May 3rd and planning to release episode 1128 on May 10th.
Other Notable Anime and Manga Releases
- New Anime in 2025: Keep an eye out for other exciting anime releases in 2025, including Devil May Cry, Fire Force Season 3, and My Hero Academia: Vigilantes.
- VIZ Media: VIZ Media has a variety of manga and anime releases scheduled for May 2025.
With a diverse selection of new anime and manga releases, fans have plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast or new to the world of anime and manga, now is a great time to explore these exciting new titles.
