The upcoming original anime series, Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show, has revealed additional cast members, staff details, and its scheduled July TV premiere. This Cygames production, animated by Studio Gokumi, promises a unique blend of livestreaming culture and virtual reality gaming within a cosmic horror setting.
Storyline: Livestreaming Meets VR Horror
The anime follows Miko Kurono, a middle school graduate who pursues her dream of becoming a successful livestreamer under the moniker “Necronomico.” Her life intertwines with her childhood friend, Mayu Mayusaka, and her rival, Kanna Kagurazaka, when they are introduced to a new VR game project. As they delve into the game, the girls embark on a journey to capture the “irreplaceable now”.
Key Characters and Voice Actors
The confirmed cast includes:
- Miko Kurono: Voiced by Riho Sugiyama (known for her role as Minare in Wave, Listen to Me!)
- Mayu Mayusaka: Voiced by Manaka Iwami (Akane in Oshi no Ko)
- Kanna Kagurazaka: Voiced by Nana Hazumi
Production Team
The anime boasts a talented Production Team:
- Director: Masato Matsune (Reign of the Seven Spellblades, Wixoss Diva(A)Live)
- Original Story & Series Composition: Makoto Uezu (Akame ga KILL!, KONOSUBA)
- Original Character Design: Jiro Suzuki (Revenger, Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru)
- Music: Evan Call (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)
- Animation Production: Studio Gokumi
Production and Release Details
Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show is produced by Cygames and animated by Studio Gokumi. The series is scheduled to premiere in July 2025 on Tokyo MX, Kansai TV, BS NTV and other channels.
Themes and Influences
While details are still emerging, the series appears to blend elements of modern livestreaming culture with cosmic horror themes, potentially drawing inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft‘s works.
Studio Gokumi: A Rising Force
Studio Gokumi is known for its work on series like Reign of the Seven Spellblades, Seiren, and Endro!.
