Table of Contents
- Anime Releases to Watch
- New Series and Premieres
- Ongoing and Returning Favorites
- Spring 2025 Anime Season: A Quick Look
- Manga Releases to Add to Your Collection
- New Series Debuts
- Continuing Series
- Final Volumes
- Other Notable Manga Releases
- Where to Buy
- What to Look Forward To
- Final Thoughts
Get ready to dive into another exciting week of anime and manga releases in North America! From thrilling new series to highly anticipated continuations, this period (April 6-12, 2025) offers a diverse selection for every fan. Here’s your guide to the latest and greatest hitting shelves and screens.
Anime Releases to Watch
New Series and Premieres
- Chillin’ in Another World With Level 2 Super Cheat Powers: (April 2025) Get ready for a relaxing yet engaging isekai adventure. This anime promises a fun twist on the genre with a protagonist who gains overpowered abilities, but prefers a chill lifestyle.
- Princess Principal: Crown Handler: (April 2025) Dive back into the stylish spy-thriller world of Princess Principal. “Crown Handler” continues the story with more intricate plots and captivating characters.
Ongoing and Returning Favorites
- Witch Watch: (April 6, 2025) Continue following the magical hijinks in this charming series, blending slice-of-life with supernatural elements.
- My Hero Academia: Vigilantes: (April 7, 2025) Explore the world of MHA from a different perspective with this spin-off, focusing on unsung heroes protecting the streets.
- Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX: (April 8, 2025) Gundam fans, rejoice! A new installment in the legendary franchise arrives, promising more mecha action and compelling drama.
- Moonrise: (April 10, 2025) This sci-fi anime is anticipated, blending stunning visuals with a thought-provoking narrative.
Spring 2025 Anime Season: A Quick Look
The Spring 2025 anime season is in full swing, with many exciting titles to keep an eye on. Here are a few highlights:
- Devil May Cry (April 3, 2025): Based on the iconic video game series, promising stylish action and supernatural thrills.
- Wind Breaker Season 2 (April 3, 2025): More high-school delinquent action with a heart.
- Fire Force Season 3 (April 4, 2025): Get ready for more intense battles and fiery mysteries.
- Lazarus (April 5, 2025): A new series with great potential.
- One Piece: Egghead Arc (April 5, 2025): The Straw Hats continue their epic journey in this highly anticipated arc.
Manga Releases to Add to Your Collection
New Series Debuts
- Martial Master Asumi, Vol. 1 (April 6, 2025): A new series launch. Volumes 2 and 3 are also available this week, but as digital-only releases.
- Pink Candy Kiss, Vol. 1 (April 2025): A series debut.
- The Climber, Vol. 1 (April 2025): A series debut with +33.
Continuing Series
- Akane-banashi, Vol. 11 (April 2025)
- Beyblade X, Vol. 2 (April 2025)
- Blue Lock: Episode Nagi 3 (April 8, 2025)
- Boy’s Abyss, Vol. 9 (April 2025)
- Case Closed, Vol. 94 (April 2025): A must-have for fans of this long-running mystery series.
- Dandadan, Vol. 12 (April 2025).
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu Academy, Vol. 5 (April 2025).
- Destroy All Humans. They Can’t Be Regenerated. A Magic: The Gathering Manga, Vol. 3 (April 2025)
- Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Manga – Book of Savanaclaw, Vol. 1 (April 2025)
- I Wanna Do Bad Things with You, Vol. 5 (April 2025)
- I’m the Grim Reaper, Vol. 3 (April 2025): A graphic novel.
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Shining Diamond’s Demonic Heartbreak, Vol. 3 (April 2025)
- Kaiju No. 8: B-Side, Vol. 1 (April 2025): Explore side stories in the world of Kaiju No. 8.
- Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., Vol. 7 (April 2025)
- Marriage Toxin, Vol. 6 (April 2025):
- Mission: Yozakura Family, Vol. 16 (April 2025)
- Otaku Vampire’s Love Bite, Vol. 3 (April 2025):
- Pokémon: Sword & Shield, Vol. 12 (April 2025)
- Rainbow Days, Vol. 15 (April 2025)
- Rainbows After Storms, Vol. 3 (April 2025)
- Record of Ragnarok, Vol. 14 (April 2025)
- Red River (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 3 (April 2025)
- Snowball Earth, Vol. 5 (April 2025)
- Splatoon 3: Splatlands, Vol. 4 (April 2025)
- Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance—Premonition (April 2025)
- Steel of the Celestial Shadows, Vol. 6 (April 2025)
- Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 7 (April 2025)
- Tokyo Alien Bros., Vol. 2 (April 2025)
- Undead Unluck, Vol. 19 (April 2025)
- Vagabond Definitive Edition, Vol. 2 (April 2025)
Final Volumes
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Shining Diamond’s Demonic Heartbreak, Vol. 3 (April 2025): The final volume!
- Martial Master Asumi, Vol. 3 (April 2025): The final volume! Digital Only.
- Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 19 (April 2025): The final volume!
- Splatoon 3: Splatlands, Vol. 4 (April 2025): The final volume!
- Star Wars: The High Republic: The Edge of Balance—Premonition (April 2025): The final volume!
Other Notable Manga Releases
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Official Coloring Book 3 (April 2025): For those who love to add their artistic touch to the world of Demon Slayer.
Where to Buy
You can find these releases at major online retailers like Amazon, Rightstufanime, and specialty comic book stores. Check with your local stores for availability and support your community!
What to Look Forward To
Beyond this week, there’s a lot to anticipate in the anime and manga world:
- Yu-Gi-Oh GX 20th Anniversary Remaster (April 2025): A nostalgic trip for fans of the series.
- Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death movie (May 30, 2025 – Japan): A must-see for Jujutsu Kaisen enthusiasts.
Final Thoughts
This week of April 6-12, 2025, is packed with exciting new anime and manga releases. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or new to the world of Japanese media, there’s something here for everyone. Happy watching and reading.