WWWave Corporation’s new anime streaming platform, OceanVeil, announced a strategic partnership with Japanese production company Softgarage on Thursday, October 23, 2025, to bring nine retro anime titles from the 1990s and early 2000s to its subscribers. Most of the newly licensed titles are available for streaming immediately, offering fans a dive into classic and, in some cases, previously unreleased anime outside of Japan.
A Deep Dive into Retro Anime Offerings
The collaboration aims to unearth “treasures” from past decades, making them accessible to a new generation of viewers and nostalgic fans alike. These titles often disappeared due to time or complex licensing issues. Softgarage, established in 1989, is known for producing anime, games, and various character goods, with a history in original video animations (OVAs) and television series.
OceanVeil emphasizes its commitment to showcasing titles that have yet to receive an official worldwide release. This partnership aligns with OceanVeil’s broader strategy since its launch in February 2025 to offer a diverse library, including adult and mature anime, alongside more mainstream content.
Featured Titles in the Softgarage Collection
The initial lineup includes a mix of genres, with several titles already confirmed:
Boys Love (BL) Titles
- I’m Not Going Back Now (Boku wa Konomama Kaeranai): This title, also known as Our Road of No Return or I Shall Never Return, explores a love triangle involving two male friends, Ritsuro and Ken, and Ritsuro’s girlfriend. The narrative follows a delinquent struggling with unrequited love and the difficult lessons learned about relationships.
- Boku no Sekuhara (My Sexual Harassment): This series delves into the corporate world, following a character named Mochizuki who uses any means necessary to climb the ladder, exploring themes of ambition and exploitation.
Other Noteworthy Additions
- Little Bunny Cue!! (Usagi chan de Cue!!): Based on a manga, this anime features a girl who fuses with a rabbit after an accident, awakening a new, bunny-powered fighting personality named Mimika.
- _summer: This title is a highlight among those previously never licensed outside of Japan.
- Hourglass of Summer: Another title noted for its previous unavailability outside of Japan, now accessible to a wider audience.
- Kaichuu!
- Happy World!
- Seifuku Shojo The Animation
- Prayers
OceanVeil’s platform, which launched earlier this year, has been steadily expanding its catalog through various partnerships, including with AnimEigo and MVD Entertainment for classic titles like Bubblegum Crash and Time of Eve. The service also features a “Safe-for-Work” section and uncensored versions of titles, catering to diverse anime preferences. This latest partnership with Softgarage reinforces OceanVeil’s commitment to curating a unique and extensive library for anime enthusiasts.
