Author: AnimeNEET

CloverWorks, the renowned animation studio, has officially announced that its anticipated original anime film, now definitively titled Grotesqqque, is slated for a 2026 theatrical debut. The revelation arrived with the release of a new video that offers a glimpse into the project’s ambitious scope. This film marks the inaugural venture of JOEN, a collaborative effort established by key industry players: Sony media subsidiary Aniplex, CloverWorks itself, Production I.G’s sister company Wit Studio, and publisher Shueisha. An Evolving Vision: From Grotesque to Grotesqqque Initially unveiled at Anime Expo 2024 under the tentative title Grotesque and with a projected 2025 release, the…

A new anime adaptation based on the unsettling works of horror manga maestro Junji Ito, titled Junji Ito Crimson, has been officially announced. The reveal came during a panel at Japan Expo 2025 in Paris, France. Adding to the anticipation, it was also confirmed that acclaimed singer Yumi Matsutōya will perform the anime’s theme song, titled “Karasu Ageha”. This latest adaptation expands the animated universe of Junji Ito’s terrifying tales, following previous series such as Junji Ito Collection (2018), Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre (2023), and the long-awaited Uzumaki mini-series, which finally premiered in September 2024 after…

A new Boys-Love (BL) specific “light anime” label, “Balloon,” has officially launched, with its inaugural television anime adaptation slated for 2026. This initiative aims to streamline anime production for the burgeoning Boys-Love market, focusing on cost-efficiency and accelerated timelines. Formation of the Balloon Label The “Balloon” label is a collaborative venture between several key players in publishing and anime production. IMAGICA Infos announced its partnership with Dai Nippon Printing (DNP), CYBIRD, and Blue Rights to establish this dedicated Boys-Love imprint. This strategic alliance brings together diverse expertise to cater specifically to the BL genre, promising a new wave of animated…

The critically acclaimed anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is set to release its complete Blu-ray Disc set in North America on October 28, 2025. Aniplex of America officially announced this highly anticipated physical release during a panel at Anime Expo, with pre-orders scheduled to open on August 26, 2025. This marks a significant moment for fans eager to own the acclaimed series beyond its initial streaming availability. Comprehensive Collector’s Edition Details The North American Blu-ray release of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners will be available in a limited edition, offering a wealth of exclusive content for collectors. This special set is confirmed to include…

RetroCrush, the dedicated streaming service for classic and cult anime titles, has significantly bolstered its content library with the acquisition of streaming rights for several notable series. This strategic move includes securing exclusive rights for the highly anticipated Rinkai! anime project, alongside adding the critically acclaimed Tokyo Magnitude 8.0 and the future addition of Terror in Resonance. These acquisitions reinforce RetroCrush’s position as a premier destination for diverse anime programming in the United States and Canada. Exclusive Rights to Rinkai! Highlight Growth Trajectory Cineverse’s RetroCrush streaming service recently announced its acquisition of exclusive streaming rights to the Rinkai! project’s anime…

Director Mamoru Hosoda’s upcoming anime film, titled Scarlet (Japanese title: Hateshinaki Scarlet, or “Scarlet Without Limits”), has officially announced its main voice cast. The film, produced by Studio Chizu, will feature Mana Ashida as the titular character, Scarlet, and Masaki Okada as Hijiri. Mana Ashida will portray Scarlet, a strong princess who embarks on a journey of vengeance after her father’s murder, with her role encompassing both child and 19-year-old versions of the character. Masaki Okada will voice Hijiri, a modern-day nurse who finds himself transported to the “Land of the Dead” and becomes Scarlet’s companion. This marks the first…

Acclaimed manga artist Kotoyama has launched a new short series for their popular Call of the Night (also known as Yofukashi no Uta) manga, titled Yofukashi no Uta -Rakuen-hen- (Call of the Night -Paradise Arc-). This exciting development comes after the original Call of the Night manga concluded its serialization in January 2024. The Return to the Night The new short manga series was revealed in the 30th issue of Shogakukan’s Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine on June 25, with its official launch slated for the magazine’s subsequent issue on July 2. This initiative brings fans back into the captivating world…

Udon Entertainment has officially announced its plans to publish Hayato Aoki’s Macross Frontier manga series in English. This highly anticipated localization was confirmed during the Bigwest Macross Panel at Anime Expo. The English release is expected to begin next year, bringing the popular science fiction narrative to a wider audience. The Macross Frontier manga, which originally ran for five volumes, was serialized in Kadokawa’s Monthly Shōnen Ace magazine from 2008 to 2010. Zack Davisson is handling the translation for Udon Entertainment’s upcoming publication. This marks a significant development for fans, as a previous attempt to release the manga online in…

The highly anticipated anime series Lazarus, helmed by Shinichirirō Watanabe, concluded its initial 13-episode run with the finale titled “The World is Yours.” This culminating episode aimed to tie up numerous plot threads concerning the mysterious drug Hapna, the enigmatic Dr. Skinner, and the fate of Team Lazarus. While providing closure to its central narrative, the finale has elicited mixed reactions regarding its overall impact and the resolution of its ambitious themes. The Climax: Axel’s Confrontation and Hapna’s Cure The Lazarus series finale opens with the long-awaited rematch between Axel and the assassin Soryu atop the Babylonia City Tower. This…

The anime adaptation of Kowloon Generic Romance concluded its run on June 28, 2025, with its 13th episode, bringing a bittersweet and thematically rich finale to the complex narrative. While the manga by Jun Mayuzuki entered its final arc in April 2025 and is expected to conclude by the end of the year, the anime provided a definitive, albeit open-ended, resolution for its viewers. Unraveling the Core Mystery The final episode, “Kowloon Generic Romance Episode 13,” largely succeeded in tying up the anime’s overarching story and themes, particularly confirming the origins of the enigmatic “Kowloon #2” (the phantom city). It…

To Be Hero X Episode 13, titled “Tough Girl,” premiered on Sunday, June 29, 2025, marking the highly anticipated commencement of the “Loli Arc.” This pivotal episode delves into the profound societal prejudices faced by its new protagonist, Loli, a genius youth inventor whose “cute” appearance constantly undermines her aspirations of becoming a hero. The Premise of Trust Value in To Be Hero X The world of To Be Hero X operates on a unique system where heroism is quantified by “Trust Value.” This metric, reflecting public belief and perception, directly influences a hero’s powers and even their physical appearance.…

Morihiro Hayashi’s manga series, Star of Beethoven (also known as B no Seisen), has officially concluded its serialization in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. The final chapter was published on Monday, in this year’s 31st issue of the magazine. This marks the end of a unique musical narrative that began its run on February 10 of this year. The Narrative of Star of Beethoven Star of Beethoven centered on Ichiro Yaso, a gifted piano prodigy who had abandoned the world of classical music following a traumatic incident at a competition. He had sworn off playing the piano, but his life…

The highly anticipated original anime series, “Goodbye, Lara” (Sayonara Lara), has revealed that Hana Hishikawa will portray the titular character, Lara. Kadokawa unveiled a new teaser visual and promotional video for the anime, confirming Hishikawa’s role as the voice of the mermaid protagonist. The “Goodbye, Lara” anime is an original television series from animation studio Kinema Citrus, created to commemorate the studio’s 15th anniversary. It is slated to premiere in 2026. Reimagining a Classic Tale “Goodbye, Lara” offers a unique twist on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale, “The Little Mermaid.” The narrative follows Lara, a mermaid who, after falling…

Fans of the My Hero Academia: Vigilantes anime can anticipate a second season, officially announced to premiere in 2026. The news comes from TOHO animation, which confirmed the continuation of the series following the broadcast of its first season’s final episode. Crunchyroll has secured the streaming rights for the upcoming season, making it available worldwide outside of Asia. The My Hero Academia: Vigilantes anime adapts the manga by Hideyuki Furuhashi and Betten Court, a spin-off and prequel to Kōhei Horikoshi’s popular My Hero Academia series. The first season, which premiered on April 7, 2025, consisted of 13 episodes and was…

The “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” anime has announced a new anime project, described as a “new episode” that is currently in production. This announcement was accompanied by a teaser visual featuring main characters and a promotional video. While the term “new episode” might suggest a single installment, within the Monogatari franchise, it often indicates a new story arc or novel adaptation that could span multiple episodes or even films. The “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” anime previously aired for 14 episodes from July to October 2024, covering the Orokamonogatari, Nademonogatari, Wazamonogatari, and Shinobumonogatari arcs. The Blu-ray and…

Fans of the charming romantic comedy anime “Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian” can anticipate its return, as the second season is officially slated for a 2026 premiere. The announcement, which included the reveal of a new teaser visual, has generated significant excitement following the conclusion of the first season in September 2024. The Continuation of a Beloved Rom-Com The confirmation of “Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian” Season 2 for 2026 promises to delve deeper into the unique dynamic between its two central characters, Alisa “Alya” Mikhailovna Kujō and Masachika Kuze. The series, often abbreviated as “Roshidere,”…

BookWalker Global, a leading digital manga and light novel platform, has significantly broadened its extensive library by adding over 300 volumes of manga titles from Square Enix Manga & Books. This strategic expansion introduces a wealth of popular series to the platform, enhancing its appeal to a global readership. A Substantial Boost to BookWalker’s Offerings The integration of Square Enix Manga & Books’ catalog marks a notable increase in the diversity and volume of content available on BookWalker Global. This addition encompasses over 300 individual volumes, providing digital readers with more choices from one of the prominent publishers in the…

Yaiba: Samurai Legend is an action-adventure anime series based on the manga by Gosho Aoyama, renowned creator of Detective Conan. Episode 13 of Yaiba: Samurai Legend marks the beginning of the anime’s second “cour” or season, ushering in new challenges and a revised opening theme. This episode aired on April 5, 2025, in Japan, and subsequently on April 12, 2025, in English. Episode Synopsis: Journey to Lake Biwa Episode 13 sees Yaiba and his companions embarking on a new quest: to find the “Dragon God Orb”. This artifact is believed to grant the power of flight, a crucial ability for…

The New Prince of Tennis manga is indeed set to conclude within a year, as confirmed by its creator, Takeshi Konomi. This announcement was made on July 1, 2025, by Konomi on his social media to commemorate the 26th anniversary of the original The Prince of Tennis manga and the 16th year of its sequel, The New Prince of Tennis (also known as Shin Tennis no Ōji-sama). The manga will be entering its final arc with its next chapter, scheduled for release on July 4th. While Konomi stated his plan to end the series within a year, it’s important to…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of “Noble Reincarnation: Born Blessed, So I’ll Obtain Ultimate Power” has unveiled its first teaser trailer and a key visual, officially confirming its premiere in 2026. This announcement also brought forth a detailed list of the production staff behind the series, promising a robust team to bring the popular light novel and manga to life. Production Studio and Key Direction The animation for “Noble Reincarnation: Born Blessed, So I’ll Obtain Ultimate Power” is being handled by Studio CompTown. Leading the production as director is Michio Fukuda, known for his work on series such as Headhunted…