Author: AnimeNEET

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…

The highly anticipated CG anime short, Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express, is set to feature veteran voice actress and singer Yukari Tamura in its cast. Her involvement was officially announced, generating considerable excitement among anime enthusiasts and fans of the esteemed seiyuu. Tamura is slated to voice the character Minami Minase, portrayed as a renowned idol within the anime’s universe. Beyond her voice acting, she also performs the insert song “Tokimeki☆Meteostrike” as her character, further highlighting her dual talents. About Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express, also known by its Japanese title Ginga Tokkyū Milky☆Subway, is…

AI in Anime Localization: A Recent Controversy The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in content localization, particularly subtitling, has become a contentious topic within the anime streaming community. A recent incident involving Crunchyroll’s German subtitles for the new anime series, Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show, has reignited this debate, providing what many fans consider to be direct evidence of AI tool usage in official translations. The “ChatGPT Said:” Revelation On July 1, 2025, the premiere of Cygames’ original anime, Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show, on Crunchyroll garnered significant attention for an unexpected reason. Viewers of the German-language subtitles…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Hirokazu Yasuhara’s manga, “Cultural Exchange With a Game Centre Girl” (Gēsen Shōjo to Ibunka Kōryū), has unveiled short promotional videos, including a preview of its ending theme song. The series is set to premiere on July 6, 2025, on AT-X and other networks, with Crunchyroll also streaming the anime. Short Promotional Videos Several short promotional videos have been released to build anticipation for the anime’s debut. These previews offer a glimpse into the series’ charming narrative and visual style. One notable preview specifically showcases the anime’s ending theme song, providing fans with an early…

Crunchyroll has officially announced that it will stream the highly anticipated fourth season of Mr. Osomatsu, the second season of Puniru is a Kawaii Slime, and the new anime adaptation of Tougen Anki. These titles are part of Crunchyroll’s Summer 2025 anime lineup, adding to an expansive catalog for the season. Mr. Osomatsu Season 4 Set for July 8 Premiere The fourth season of Mr. Osomatsu, which continues the chaotic lives of the Matsuno sextuplets as unemployed and mischievous adults, is scheduled to debut on Crunchyroll on July 8 at 10:00 a.m. PDT. This season will be available for streaming…

Visionary director Shoji Kawamori, renowned for his work on the Macross and Aquarion series, is set to release his first completely original feature-length animated film, titled Labyrinth (Meikyū no Shiori, or “Shiori of the Labyrinth” in Japan), in January 2026. The announcement, made on July 2, 2025, included the revelation of the film’s title, key staff, and an initial teaser visual and trailer. A Modern Sci-Fi Fantasy Rooted in Smartphones and Identity Labyrinth is described as a sci-fi fantasy that integrates modern themes, particularly the pervasive use of smartphones, into a pop-colored, slightly horror-tinged escape adventure set in an alternate…

A new Golden Kamuy Blu-ray anime, bundled with the first official spinoff novel Golden Kamuy: Tsurumi Tokushirō no Shukugan (Golden Kamuy: Tokushirō Tsurumi’s Aspiration), has revealed three new cast members and a promotional advertisement. This limited-edition Blu-ray, featuring approximately 30 minutes of new anime content, is slated for release on October 17, 2025. Featured Episodes and Voice Cast The upcoming Blu-ray will include two brand-new anime episodes: “Inazuma Gōtō to Mamushi no O-Gin” (“The Lightning Thief and Viper Ogin”), adapting a popular manga chapter, and a mini-episode titled “Shimaenaga” (The Hokkaido Long-Tailed Snow Bird). The newly announced cast members and…

Aniplex, a leading force in the anime industry, has initiated an intriguing pre-release campaign by revealing four prominent voice cast members for an unannounced television anime slated for 2025. This unconventional strategy has generated considerable buzz, as the anime’s title, synopsis, and production details remain under wraps. The full revelation of this new project is anticipated on July 5, when a 60-second commercial will air on Tokyo MX. Elite Voice Talent Assembled for Unannounced Project The quartet of voice actors confirmed for this upcoming 2025 TV anime are Ai Kayano, Kenichi Suzumura, Sōma Saitō, and Fairouz Ai. Each of these…