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Sunday, July 31, 2022

Kenei Design's Oni Game Reveals Release on PS4, PS5, PC via Steam

The live stream for the asobu Japanese indie game creator hub on Saturday revealed that developer Kenei Design's Oni: Road to be the Mightiest Oni game...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2022-08-01/kenei-design-oni-game-reveals-release-on-ps4-ps5-pc-via-steam/.188233

RuriDragon Manga Takes Extended Break Due to Creator's Health

Shonen Jump title had taken several breaks due to creator's "sudden illness"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-31/ruridragon-manga-takes-extended-break-due-to-creator-health/.188199

A Couple of Cuckoos ‒ Episode 14

The first half of this week's episode clarifies some previously underrepresented aspects of Erika, and even rounds back to some of the main themes of the series.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/a-couple-of-cuckoos/episode-14/.188207

Hello Kitty & Cinnamoroll Are Now Robot Vacuums

Ever wanted to make Hello Kitty clean your house?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-31/hello-kitty-and-cinnamoroll-are-now-robot-vacuums/.188146

Lycoris Recoil ‒ Episode 5

Lycoris Recoil's affectation of a moe-style atmosphere isn't just a presentational gimmick—it's one more layer of subterfuge in its storytelling.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/lycoris-recoil/episode-5/.188205

Fate/Grand Order Fes. 2022 in Pictures

Beat the heat (and crowds) and check out everything from life-size weapon replicas to recreated game environments from the massively popular mobile game Fate/Grand Order!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2022-07-31/fate-grand-order-fes-2022-in-pictures/.188185

Call of the Night ‒ Episode 4

As a nightowl of a different breed, Akira understands Ko's attraction to the other side, but she also makes sure to verify that Nazuna isn't just using him like a refillable tube of blood Gogurt.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/call-of-the-night/episode-4/.188195

Saturday, July 30, 2022

Gundam Evolution Players Vote for Their Favorite Gundam Anime

After upcoming game Gundam Evolution's recent network test, players in both North America and Japan were invited to take a survey about the experience....

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-30/gundam-evolution-players-vote-for-their-favorite-gundam-anime/.188137

The Devil Is a Part-Timer!! Season 2 ‒ Episode 3

I was expecting this episode to be little more than goofy shipping hijinks between Emi and Maou; instead, what I got was a generous helping of lore and a better idea of what is actually at stake for this season.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-devil-is-a-part-timer-season-2/episode-3/.188178

PREVIEW: Mato Anomalies

This dual-protagonist JRPG shows a lot of promise...but still needs its technical problems smoothed out.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2022-07-30/preview-mato-anomalies/.187928

My Stepmom's Daughter Is My Ex ‒ Episode 4

This episode was absolutely adorable and continues to give us some very nice insight into how our two protagonists feel, both about their past selves as well as each other.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/my-stepmom-daughter-is-my-ex/episode-4/.188177

Shadows House Season 2 ‒ Episode 4

There's something disturbingly similar between the way Rosemary is being treated for her soot sickness and the way suffragists were force-fed in prison

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/shadows-house-season-2/episode-4/.188174

Digimon Adventure 02 Film Confirms Title, 2 New Cast Members, Studios

Megumi Ogata, Rie Kugimiya join cast with Yumeta Company, Toei Animation returning

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-30/digimon-adventure-02-film-confirms-title-2-new-cast-members-studios/.188186

Friday, July 29, 2022

Sword Art Online Anime Reveals 10th Anniversary Visual, Adds Luna Haruna to November Event

10th anniversary event takes place in Tokyo on November 6

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-29/sword-art-online-anime-reveals-10th-anniversary-visual-adds-luna-haruna-to-november-event/.188169

Aru Asa Dummy Head Mike ni Natteita Ore-kun no Jinsei ASMR Anime Reveals Cast, Updated Title

Saori Ōnishi, Akari Kitō, Mayu Sagara, Lynn, Miyu Kubota, Kaori Mizuhashi

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-29/aru-asa-dummy-head-mike-ni-natteita-ore-kun-no-jinsei-asmr-anime-reveals-cast-updated-title/.188160

Live-Action Knights of the Zodiac Writers Josh Campbell & Matt Stuecken

"[Seiya] is such a great character from the get-go...He grows up feeling so lonely and in that loneliness, he builds walls around himself because he's afraid of letting someone else in for fear of getting hurt again."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2022-07-29/live-action-knights-of-the-zodiac-madison-iseman-and-diego-tinoco/.188077

Metal Gear Creator Stumbles Upon Lycoris Recoil and Loves It

Kojima initially thought the anime was the critically-acclaimed film Licorice Pizza

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-29/metal-gear-creator-stumbles-upon-lycoris-recoil-and-loves-it/.188097

This Week in Games - We're Just Really Excited For Xenoblade 3, Okay?

Getting a copy of Xenoblade 3 might necessitate a plane ticket to NYC at this point!? Also: bid farewell to the Wii U and 3DS eShop, catch up on Dragon Quest news, and much much more!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-games/2022-07-29/were-just-really-excited-for-xenoblade-3-okay/.187955

Anime Expo 2022 - Interview with Digimon Survive Game Producer Habu Kazumasa

With an interesting mix of combat and visual novel-esque presentation, wrapped in a more dramatic, almost horror-filled tone, Digimon Survive looks to be an interesting addition to the franchise we all know and love.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/interview-with-digimon-survive-game-producer-habu-kazumasa/.187175

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Voice Actress Aoi Yūki Diagnosed With COVID-19

Voices Mami in currently airing Rent-A-Girlfriend anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-29/voice-actress-aoi-yuki-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.188145

Harem in the Labyrinth of Another World ‒ Episode 4

This is the episode where the sex happens...somewhere behind all those error boxes.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/harem-in-the-labyrinth-of-another-world/episode-4/.188094

Waccha PriMagi! Episodes 27-39

This third cour is full of episodes that showcase things that make Waccha PriMagi! stand out among other titles in the Pretty series and magical girl idol shows in general.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/waccha-primagi/episodes-27-39/.187916

Do It Yourself!! Anime Reveals Main Cast, Character Promo Videos

Series stars Konomi Inagaki, Kana Ichinose, Ayane Sakura, Azumi Waki, Karin Takahashi, Nichika Omori

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-28/do-it-yourself-anime-reveals-main-cast-character-promo-videos/.188117

'I'm the Villainess, So I'm Taming the Final Boss' TV Anime Reveals 1st Promo Video, Visual, More Cast

Jun Fukuyama, Yūki Ono, Kana Hanazawa, Tomokazu Sugita join cast of October anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-28/im-the-villainess-so-im-taming-the-final-boss-tv-anime-reveals-1st-promo-video-visual-more-cast/.188116

This Week in Anime - Venture Into the Dark Underbelly of Isekai

Chris and Steve wade into this season's swamp of isekai series to see if there's anything worthwhile to undercover. It's sex, drugs, and slimes in This Week in Anime!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2022-07-28/.188080

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Tatami Time Machine Blues Anime Reveals New Trailer, Preview Screening

Anime's compilation film version screens on August 12

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-27/tatami-time-machine-blues-anime-reveals-new-trailer-preview-screening/.188073

Uncle From Another World ‒ Episode 2

This episode spends its time bringing in the rest of the main cast, indulging in some solid tragicomedy humor along the way

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/uncle-from-another-world/episode-2/.187876

Voice Actor Shun Horie Diagnosed With COVID-19

Horie will not attend Hana Doll event on July 31

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-27/voice-actor-shun-horie-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.188072

Bring Back More Magic[al Girls]

It's a pretty good time to be a fan of magical girls, but there's still room to revisit and reboot some of the lesser known entries in the genre. Rebecca Silverman lists her most coveted magical girl anime series.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2022-07-27/bring-back-more-magic-al-girls/.187154

Overlord IV ‒ Episode 4

This week, Ainz accidentally overthrows an empire as part of an advertising campaign.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/overlord-iv/episode-4/.188064

Eminence in Shadow Anime's Video Highlights Delta, Epsilon, Zeta, Eta

Anime based on Daisuke Aizawa's light novels premieres in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-27/eminence-in-shadow-anime-video-highlights-delta-epsilon-zeta-eta/.188067

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Live-Action Yatterman Prequel Doronjo Reveals More Cast in 2nd Trailer

Wataru Ichinose, Yūma Yamoto, Shunsuke Tanaka, Daichi Kaneko, Hirona Yamazaki play future allies, enemies

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-27/live-action-yatterman-prequel-doronjo-reveals-more-cast-in-2nd-trailer/.188063

The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious ‒ Episode 1

The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious is looking to be the wholesome comfort food of the season, barring some confusing details to its characters and setting.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-maid-i-hired-recently-is-mysterious/episode-1/.188032

Saki Achiga-hen episode of side-A Manga Goes on Hiatus

Manga temporarily halts to "maintain good balance" with main Saki manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-26/saki-achiga-hen-episode-of-side-a-manga-goes-on-hiatus/.188026

Dark Gathering Horror Manga Gets TV Anime in 2023

Hiroshi Ikehata directs anime at OLM

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-26/dark-gathering-horror-manga-gets-tv-anime-in-2023/.188038

The Greatest Demon Lord is Reborn as a Typical Nobody Manga Ends

Manga adaptation of Myōjin Katō's novels launched in February 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-26/the-greatest-demon-lord-is-reborn-as-a-typical-nobody-manga-ends/.188034

Live-Action Kingdom Film's Sequel Stays at #1, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Drops to #8

My Boyfriend in Orange rises to #6, Yurukyan△ drops to #10

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-26/live-action-kingdom-film-sequel-stays-at-no.1-dragon-ball-super-super-hero-drops-to-no.8/.188002

YOASOBI Duo's Ikura Diagnosed With COVID-19

Duo cancels Fuji Rock Festival appearance this Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-26/yoasobi-duo-ikura-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.188029

Monday, July 25, 2022

Macross Artist Hidetaka Tenjin Receives Comic-Con International's Inkpot Award

Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross: From Flashback 2012 to Macross Frontier series of books launches on October 18

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-25/macross-artist-hidetaka-tenjin-receives-comic-con-international-inkpot-award/.187973

Transformers: Earthspark Animated Series Reveals Main Cast, 6-Minute Video

Show debuts exclusively on Paramount+ in November

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-25/transformers-earthspark-animated-series-reveals-main-cast-6-minute-video/.187969

Live-Action Knights of the Zodiac Film Unveils Behind-the-Scenes Footage

Video shows filming of 2023 film's action scenes

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-25/live-action-knights-of-the-zodiac-film-unveils-behind-the-scenes-footage/.187976

Arknights: Prelude to Dawn Anime's Teaser Video Shows Action Scenes

Yuki Watanabe directs anime based on mobile game with assistant director Masataka Nishikawa

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-25/arknights-prelude-to-dawn-anime-teaser-video-shows-action-scenes/.187981

Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre Anime Reveals More Cast

Hajime Iijima, Risa Shimizu, Ayaka Asai, Tomoko Kaneda join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-25/junji-ito-maniac-japanese-tales-of-the-macabre-anime-reveals-more-cast/.187985

Sunday, July 24, 2022

Netflix Adds Fullmetal Alchemist The Revenge of Scar Live-Action Sequel Film on August 20

Kakegurui Twin, Rilakkuma's Theme Park Adventure, Tekken: Bloodline also stream in August

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/netflix-adds-fullmetal-alchemist-the-revenge-of-scar-live-action-sequel-film-on-august-20/.187947

Crunchyroll Announces Black Summoner, Natsume's Book of Friends, Parallel World Pharmacy Anime's English Dub Casts

Crunchyroll streams English dubs of all 3 anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/crunchyroll-announces-black-summoner-natsume-book-of-friends-parallel-world-pharmacy-anime-english-/.187953

Alice Gear Aegis Expansion Anime Reveals Cast, Visual, 2023 Premiere

Manami Numakura, Maaya Uchida, Yui Ishikawa star in anime based on smartphone game

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/alice-gear-aegis-expansion-anime-reveals-cast-visual-2023-premiere/.187967

CUE! Smartphone Game Cancels Planned Resumption, In-Franchise Group AiRBLUE Halts Activities

Game had temporarily ended service in April 2021 with plan to resume someday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/cue-smartphone-game-cancels-planned-resumption-in-franchise-group-airblue-halts-activities/.187963

The Detective is Already Dead Anime Gets 2nd Season

Announcement video, visual, congratulatory illustrations revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-24/the-detective-is-already-dead-anime-gets-2nd-season/.187964

Saturday, July 23, 2022

Wise Man's Grandchild SP Spinoff Manga Ends With 4th Volume

Spinoff about May von Earlshide launched in July 2019

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/wise-man-grandchild-sp-spinoff-manga-ends-with-4th-volume/.187903

Colton Osorio Joins Cast of Live-Action One Piece Series as Young Luffy

Inaki Godoy stars as older Luffy

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/colton-osorio-joins-cast-of-live-action-one-piece-series-as-young-luffy/.187943

Detroit: Become Human Game Gets Spinoff Manga

Kazami Sawatari, Moto Sumida create manga spinoff set in Tokyo, centers on android idol

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/detroit-become-human-game-gets-spinoff-manga/.187904

Japan's Video Game Rankings, July 11-17

Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Set stays at #1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/japan-video-game-rankings-july-11-17/.187911

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, July 11-17

1st live-action Kingdom film earns 9.9% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-july-11-17/.187913

Junji Ito Wins Eisner Award for Lovesickness Manga

Eike Exner's Comics and the Origins of Manga: A Revisionist History also wins award

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/junji-ito-wins-eisner-award-for-lovesickness-manga/.187932

Moto Hagio Inducted into Eisner Hall of Fame

Shōjo pioneer was nominated for Hall of Fame for 3 consecutive years

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-23/moto-hagio-inducted-into-eisner-hall-of-fame/.187933

Friday, July 22, 2022

Square Enix Manga & Books Licenses Daemons of the Shadow Realm, My Clueless First Friend Manga

Also: Chocobo and the Airship: A Final Fantasy Picture Book, NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… Project Gestalt Recollections - File 01

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-22/square-enix-manga-and-books-licenses-daemons-of-the-shadow-realm-my-clueless-first-friend-manga/.187915

This Week in Games - Cowboys, Pirates and Ninja

Take a stroll down memory lane with Hideo Kojima's solar-focused western Boktai, meanwhile Revy gets ninja-fied, plus a buffet of Nintendo news in This Week in Games!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-games/2022-07-22/cowboys-pirates-and-ninja/.187900

Interview: Gundam Evolution Game Producer Kazuya Maruyama and Battle Director Ryota Hogaki

Kazuya Maruyama and Ryota Hogaki promised that the Gundam Evolution game will go in a new direction not previously seen in Gundam video games before.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2022-07-22/gundam-evolution-game-producer-kazuya-maruyama-and-battle-director-ryota-hogaki/.187449

Voice Actress Rie Takahashi Diagnosed With COVID-19

Voice actress tested positive on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-22/voice-actress-rie-takahashi-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.187909

Crunchyroll Reveals Dub Casts for Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer, Shadows House Season 2

1st dubbed episodes for both shows debut on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-22/crunchyroll-reveals-dub-casts-for-lucifer-and-the-biscuit-hammer-shadows-house-season-2/.187902

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Shinobi no Ittoki Anime's Video Reveals More Cast, Staff, October 4 Premiere

Taito Ban, Taku Yashiro, Kan Tanaka, Naomi Shindoh, Masaki Terasoma, Yasuhiro Mamiya, Kenjiro Tsuda join cast

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-22/shinobi-no-ittoki-anime-video-reveals-more-cast-staff-october-4-premiere/.187906

Weekly Shonen Jump, Weekly Shonen Sunday Link Up For Connecting Covers

Magazines will publish landmark interview with Eiichiro Oda (One Piece), Gosho Aoyama (Detective Conan) next week

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-21/weekly-shonen-jump-weekly-shonen-sunday-link-up-for-connecting-covers/.187879

This Week in Anime - Serving Up Laughs with The Devil is a Part-Timer

It took nearly a decade for a sequel, but what was it that made the first season of The Devil is a Part-Timer so unforgettable? Nicky and Steve have your reverse-isekai meets workplace comedy combo ready!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2022-07-21/.187870

Life with an Ordinary Guy Who Reincarnated into a Total Fantasy Knockout Anime Gets English Dub

J. Michael Tatum, Laura Stahl, Khoi Dao star in dub on Thursday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-21/life-with-an-ordinary-guy-who-reincarnated-into-a-total-fantasy-knockout-anime-gets-english-dub/.187885

Ouran High School Host Club's 2nd Stage Musical Reveals December Opening, Cast Visuals

Kageki Ouran High School Host Club ƒ opens on December 2 in Tokyo

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-21/ouran-high-school-host-club-2nd-stage-musical-reveals-december-opening-cast-visuals/.187884

Laid-Back Camp Movie

Our camping girls are now adults, but that doesn't interfere with their love for the great outdoors. Read Kim Morrissy's review of the film!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/laid-back-camp-movie/.187744

Dragon Ball: The Breakers Online Game Launches Worldwide on October 14

New trailer previews Frieza

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-21/dragon-ball-the-breakers-online-game-launches-worldwide-on-october-14/.187883

Kamen Rider Franchise's Ohiru no Shocker-san Anime Gets 3rd Season

New season debuts on August 4; movie screens on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-21/kamen-rider-franchise-ohiru-no-shocker-san-anime-gets-3rd-season/.187882

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Nanashi Kaidan Horror Anime Shorts to Air in August

Subaru Kimura, Yoshino Aoyama, Madoka Asahina star in stories about children's nameless horrors

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-20/nanashi-kaidan-horror-anime-shorts-to-air-in-august/.187854

Tsutomu Nihei, Polygon Pictures' Ōyukiumi no Kaina Anime Unveils Teaser, Cast, Crunchyroll Expo World Premiere

Yoshimasa Hosoya, Rie Takahashi, Ayumu Murase, Maaya Sakamoto, more star

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-20/tsutomu-nihei-polygon-pictures-oyukiumi-no-kaina-anime-unveils-teaser-cast-crunchyroll-expo-world-/.187852

Management of Novice Alchemist Anime's Video Unveils Theme Songs, More Staff

Aguri Ōnishi performs opening song "Hajimaru Welcome," Nanaka Suwa performs ending song "Fine Days"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-20/management-of-novice-alchemist-anime-video-unveils-theme-songs-more-staff/.187850

Break of Dawn Anime Film Reveals More Cast Members

Natsumi Fujiwara, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Inori Minase, Haruka Tomatsu, Romi Park join cast of October sci-fi film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-20/break-of-dawn-anime-film-reveals-more-cast-members/.187851

Scandal Rock Band Cancels Rest of N. American Tour After 3 Members' COVID-19 Diagnosis

Band cancels concerts in Chicago, Vancouver, Seattle, Anaheim, Dallas

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-20/scandal-rock-band-cancels-rest-of-n-american-tour-after-3-members-covid-19-diagnosis/.187849

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 2 ‒ Episodes 13-15

For romcoms it's the journey, not the destination, but RAG's journey is driving 45 on the interstate, windows up, radio off, while your college roommate reads hentai on his phone in the passenger seat.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/rent-a-girlfriend-season-2/episodes-13-15/.187804

IG Port Tops 10 Billion Yen in Annual Revenue for 1st Time

Company earned 11.872 billion yen from June 2021 to May 2022

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-19/ig-port-tops-10-billion-yen-in-annual-revenue-for-1st-time/.187677

This Week in Anime - What's the Big Deal About Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt?

Over a decade after its initial run, Trigger is picking up the Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt anime for a sequel. But what separates this series from other anime? Two words: Unapologetic crudeness.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2022-07-19/.187796

Classroom of the Elite II ‒ Episodes 1-3

This first arc of the new season serves up some shocking reveals about Karuizawa while reinforcing what we previously learned about Ayanokoji.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/classroom-of-the-elite-ii/episodes-1-3/.187808

Booty Royale's Rui Takatō Retires From Manga Industry

Author explains that personal household circumstances have made it hard to draw manga about "boobs, sex"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-19/booty-royale-rui-takato-retires-from-manga-industry/.187786

Sexy Zone Performs Live-Action Tomodachi Game R4 Show's Theme Song

Theme song's single goes on sale on September 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-19/sexy-zone-performs-live-action-tomodachi-game-r4-show-theme-song/.187792

Shuhei Uesugi Joins Live-Action Yu Yu Hakusho Cast as Kazuma Kuwabara

Actor previously starred in live-action My Boyfriend in Orange film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-19/shuhei-uesugi-joins-live-action-yu-yu-hakusho-cast-as-kazuma-kuwabara/.187818

Monday, July 18, 2022

Your Summer 2022 Daily Streaming Reviews Schedule

Did your favorite series make the cut? Find out now!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/site-news/2022-07-18/your-summer-2022-daily-streaming-reviews-schedule/.187746

Star Wars: Visions' 'Lop & Ocho' Director Yuuki Igarashi Establishes OUTLINE Anime Studio

Studio's 1st work is music video for Gen Hoshino's new song

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-18/star-wars-visions-lop-and-ocho-director-yuuki-igarashi-establishes-outline-anime-studio/.187767

Konami Reveals Yu-Gi-Oh! Rush Duel: Dawn of the Battle Royale!! Let's Go! Go Rush!! Game

Switch game launches this winter

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-18/konami-reveals-yu-gi-oh-rush-duel-dawn-of-the-battle-royale-let-go-go-rush-game/.187752

Kanata Hongō Plays Hiei in Live-Action Yu Yu Hakusho Series

Actor previously starred in live-action Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist, Gantz works

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-18/kanata-hongo-plays-hiei-in-live-action-yu-yu-hakusho-series/.187787

Black Channel Short Manga Breaking The Wall Ends, Gets YouTube Anime

Manga launched in June

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-18/black-channel-short-manga-breaking-the-wall-ends-gets-youtube-anime/.187734

Heart Gear Manga Returns from Hiatus on August 17

Manga went on hiatus in May 2020 due to author's poor health

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-18/heart-gear-manga-returns-from-hiatus-on-august-17/.187730

Sunday, July 17, 2022

Nightfall Travelers: Leave Only Footprints GN 1

There's a certain kind of story that makes you slowly realize that you shouldn't be taking anything for granted. Nightfall Travelers: Leave Only Footprints is one of them.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/nightfall-travelers/leave-only-footprints/gn-1/.186928

Crunchyroll to Stream Shangri-La Frontier, Skip and Loafer Anime

Muv-Luv Alternative season 2 also confirmed for streaming

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/crunchyroll-to-stream-shangri-la-frontier-skip-and-loafer-anime/.187742

Peter Grill and the Philosopher's Time Season 2 Unveils Opening Song Artist, October 9 Debut

Virtual singer isekaijoucho performs new song 'Kurenazumu Yakusoku'

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/peter-grill-and-the-philosopher-time-season-2-unveils-opening-song-artist-october-9-debut/.187740

Duel Masters Win Anime, Manga Announced

Anime premieres in September, manga debuts on August 12

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/duel-masters-win-anime-manga-announced/.187732

Jun Shison Joins Cast of Live-Action Yu Yu Hakusho Series as Kurama

Netflix reveals main cast for series over next few days

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/jun-shison-joins-cast-of-live-action-yu-yu-hakusho-series-as-kurama/.187736

Yūhō Hijikata, Akio Tanaka's Reverse Edge Manga Ends

Manga went on hiatus in 2018 after Hijikata's death, resumed in March

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/yuho-hijikata-akio-tanaka-reverse-edge-manga-ends/.187731

Arya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Light Novels Get Manga

Saho Tenamachi draws manga adaptation debuting on Magazine Pocket app in October

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-17/arya-sometimes-hides-her-feelings-in-russian-light-novels-get-manga/.187728

Saturday, July 16, 2022

Apple Children of Aeon GN 1-3

Yukinojo was left as an infant on the porch of a temple, and he's never felt as if he truly belonged in his home. A story that spans decades, there's a folktale sensibility to its plotline, one that draws from Shinto legends

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/apple-children-of-aeon/gn-1-3/.186622

Komi Can't Communicate Season 2 ‒ Episode 24

This finale episode perfectly encapsulates exactly what this season set out to do.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/komi-cant-communicate-season-2/episode-24/.187709

D4DJ Double Mix Anime Special Airs on August 19

New visual revealed

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/d4dj-double-mix-anime-special-airs-on-august-19/.187718

Blue Lock Anime Casts Kazuyuki Okitsu

Also: Original manga has 10 million copies in circulation

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/blue-lock-anime-casts-kazuyuki-okitsu/.187716

Mega Drive Mini 2 Console Reveals Next Slate of Games

11 more games join lineup including Lunar series, Fatal Fury 2, Final Fight CD, more

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/mega-drive-mini-2-console-reveals-next-slate-of-games/.187712

CyberConnect2's Fuga: Melodies of Steel RPG Gets Sequel

Company to reveal more information on July 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/cyberconnect2-fuga-melodies-of-steel-rpg-gets-sequel/.187711

Japan's Video Game Rankings, July 4-10

Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Set stays at #1, Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series debuts at #5

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/japan-video-game-rankings-july-4-10/.187683

Friday, July 15, 2022

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, July 4-10

Love All Play earns 2.6% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-16/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-july-4-10/.187685

Spy Classroom TV Anime Reveals Teaser Video, Teaser Visual, 2023 Premiere

Show also reveals more returning cast from earlier voice drama

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-15/spy-classroom-tv-anime-reveals-teaser-video-teaser-visual-2023-premiere/.187705

Kazuhiro Fujita's Ushio & Tora Manga Gets Stage Play in August

Kapsel Heidan produces play

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-15/kazuhiro-fujita-ushio-and-tora-manga-gets-stage-play-in-august/.187672

Netflix's Sex Education Series Gets Manga

John Tarachine draws manga launching on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-15/netflix-sex-education-series-gets-manga/.187655

Highspeed Etoile Racing-Themed Original TV Anime Revealed

Yostar, Good SMile Company, Super Formula involved in new project

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-15/highspeed-etoile-racing-themed-original-tv-anime-revealed/.187691

The Maid I Hired Recently is Mysterious Anime's 2nd Promo Video Previews Ending Theme Song

Yui Horie performs ending theme for series premiering on July 23

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-15/the-maid-i-hired-recently-is-mysterious-anime-2nd-promo-video-previews-ending-theme-song/.187689

Thursday, July 14, 2022

Gundam: The Witch From Mercury Anime Unveils Cast, Visuals, Promo Video

Series casts Kana Ichinose as Suletta Mercury, Lynn as Miorine Rembran

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-14/gundam-the-witch-from-mercury-anime-unveils-cast-visuals-promo-video/.187661

MonsTABOO GN 1

Take a bit of social commentary on twisted, corrupt adults, add in schoolgirls who use monsters as transformed weapons to fight them, and then throw in a game where kids compete to kill the most baddies.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/monstaboo/gn-1/.187207

Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles Game Adds Tengen Uzui, Entertainment District

Kimetsu Academy Summer Uniforms now available as paid DLC

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-14/demon-slayer-the-hinokami-chronicles-game-adds-tengen-uzui-entertainment-district/.187660

This Week in Anime - The Psychedelic Horror of Mononoke

Mononoke remains a unique entry in anime horror, keeping its cards close to its chest and starring an otherworldly, stoic protagonist.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2022-07-14/.187649

Uta no Prince-sama Anime Special Reveals Returning Cast Members

Showtaro Morikubo, Hikaru Midorikawa, Yūichi Nakamura, Koji Yusa star in July 31 special

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-14/uta-no-prince-sama-anime-special-reveals-returning-cast-members/.187659

Kabuki Play of Osamu Tezuka's The Shinsen-gumi Manga Unveils Visual

Play runs August 5-30

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-14/kabuki-play-of-osamu-tezuka-the-shinsen-gumi-manga-unveils-visual/.187656

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Lost Lad London GN 1

Lost Lad London stands out on more than one level, and it wins the unofficial prize for “manga series most deserving of a live-action British TV series.”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/lost-lad-london/gn-1/.186484

Yomawari: Lost in the Dark Game's Trailer Reveals October Launch in West

Game launches in N. America on October 25, Europe/Oceania on October 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-13/yomawari-lost-in-the-dark-game-trailer-reveals-october-launch-in-west/.187642

Bayonetta 3 Game's Trailer Reveals October 28 Release

Original Bayonetta gets physical release on Switch

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-13/bayonetta-3-game-trailer-reveals-october-28-release/.187641

Metal Band SiM Headlines Crunchyroll Expo Music Festival

Sevenn, James Landino, Young Bombs, Shihori also join music festival

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-13/metal-band-sim-headlines-crunchyroll-expo-music-festival/.187633

Anime Expo 2022 - Interview with the Staff of Trigun Stampede

"When creating a new Trigun, there's also the aspect of presenting it to new fans. I figured what is important to show new fans is how easy it is to come into the series."

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/interview-with-the-staff-of-trigun-stampede/.187182

Yuri no Aida ni Hasamareru. Anime Reincarnates Protagonist as High School Girls' ASMR Dummy Head Mike

October original anime by 180-Byō de Kimi no Mimi o Shiawase ni Dekiru ka? team

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-13/yuri-no-aida-ni-hasamareru-anime-reincarnates-protagonist-as-high-school-girls-asmr-dummy-head-mike/.187640

Live-Action Cowboy Bebop Show's Title Sequence Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award

Netflix series debuted last November

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-13/live-action-cowboy-bebop-show-title-sequence-nominated-for-primetime-emmy-award/.187634

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Nintendo Announces Kirby's Dream Buffet Game for Switch

Trailer streamed for game launching this summer

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/nintendo-announces-kirby-dream-buffet-game-for-switch/.187612

This Week in Anime - The Trashy Treasures of BASTARD!!

Jean-Karlo and Steve check in on the first half of this anime throwback. Buckle up for the might, magic, and mammaries of Bastard!! They really don't make them like this anymore.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-anime/2022-07-12/.187580

Ampere Analysis Report: Video Game Industry Projected to Decline by 1.2% in 2022

Also: GameStop terminates CFO Michael Mecupero after year at company, reveals more layoffs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/ampere-analysis-report-video-game-industry-projected-to-decline-by-1.2-percent-in-2022/.187551

Golgo 13 Manga Franchise Has 300 Million Copies in Circulation

1st compiled volume of manga ships on September 30

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/golgo-13-manga-franchise-has-300-million-copies-in-circulation/.187594

Santa Inoue's Zange Manga Season 2 Ends, Gets 3rd Season

2nd season launched on February 8

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/santa-inoue-zange-manga-season-2-ends-gets-3rd-season/.187600

Stage S, Kiruru Kill Me Manga Both Go on Hiatus

Stage S might return "in the next few days"

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/stage-s-kiruru-kill-me-manga-both-go-on-hiatus/.187592

Sadako DX Film's Trailer Reveals Theme Song, October 28 Opening

Sandaime J Soul Brothers perform theme song "Replay" for horror film

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-12/sadako-dx-film-trailer-reveals-theme-song-october-28-opening/.187591

Monday, July 11, 2022

Live-Action Knights of the Zodiac Film Gets 'First Look' at Comic Con Int'l in San Diego

Film's cast, staff to host panel on July 23 that will feature behind-the-scenes footage

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/live-action-knights-of-the-zodiac-film-gets-first-look-at-comic-con-intl-in-san-diego/.187550

Key's Prima Doll Anime Casts Mikako Komatsu as Yūgiri

HIDIVE streams anime as it airs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/key-prima-doll-anime-casts-mikako-komatsu-as-yugiri/.187552

Otakon 2022 Event Hosts Voice Actress Mariya Ise

Otakon 2022 is scheduled for July 29-31 in Washington D.C.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/otakon-2022-event-hosts-voice-actress-mariya-ise/.187549

Live-Action My Broken Mariko Film Reveals Visual, Ending Song, September 30 Opening

Film to have world premiere at Montreal's Fantasia Fest on July 14

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/live-action-my-broken-mariko-film-reveals-visual-ending-song-september-30-opening/.187558

Laid-Back Camp Voice Actress Yumiri Hanamori Diagnosed With COVID-19

Voice actress did not attend Laid-Back Camp film's stage greeting event on Sunday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/laid-back-camp-voice-actress-yumiri-hanamori-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.187559

Official HiGE DANdism Band's Satoshi Fujihara Diagnosed With COVID-19

Fujihara will not attend planned TV appearances this week

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/official-hige-dandism-band-satoshi-fujihara-diagnosed-with-covid-19/.187560

One Piece Film Red Anime Gets IMAX Screenings

Also gets MX4D, 4DX, Dolby Atmos screenings on August 6 opening

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-11/one-piece-film-red-anime-gets-imax-screenings/.187561

Sunday, July 10, 2022

Tamiki Wakaki's 'Kekkon Surutte, Hontō desu ka?: 365 Days To The Wedding' Manga Gets Live-Action Adaptation

Manga about loners who hatch fake marriage plan to keep their current lifestyles launched in March 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-10/tamiki-wakaki-kekkon-surutte-honto-desu-ka-365-days-to-the-wedding-manga-gets-live-action-adaptation/.187526

Me & Roboco TV Anime Premieres This Winter

This year's 32nd issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine revealed on Monday that the television anime adaptation of Shūhei Miyazaki's Me & Roboco...

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2022-07-10/me-and-roboco-tv-anime-premieres-this-winter/.187529

Dr. Stone Anime Season 3's Video Reveals Title, Spring 2023 Debut

New season is Dr. Stone: New World

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-10/dr-stone-anime-season-3-video-reveals-title-spring-2023-debut/.187527

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Switch RPG's Introduction Trailer Previews Game Mechanics, Characters

Game launches on July 29

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-10/xenoblade-chronicles-3-switch-rpg-introduction-trailer-previews-game-mechanics-characters/.187537

Sasaki and Miyano Anime Gets Film in 2023 That Will Screen Alongside Hirano and Kagiura Short

Film, short to feature returning cast, staff

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-10/sasaki-and-miyano-anime-gets-film-in-2023-that-will-screen-alongside-hirano-and-kagiura-short/.187547

GrimGrimoire OnceMore Remastered Game's Latest Trailers Highlight Sorcery, Necromancy

Game launches in Japan on July 28

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-10/grimgrimoire-oncemore-remastered-game-latest-trailers-highlight-sorcery-necromancy/.187536

Saturday, July 9, 2022

The Duke of Death and His Maid Anime Season 2's Promo Video Features New Footage

Anime returns next year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/the-duke-of-death-and-his-maid-anime-season-2-promo-video-features-new-footage/.187539

Love Live! Superstar!! Anime Season 2 Previewed in Video

New season premieres on July 17

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/love-live-superstar-anime-season-2-previewed-in-video/.187538

Henkei Shoujo Gag Comedy Anime Shorts Get English Dub

1-minute shorts follow girls who suddenly transform into machines

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/henkei-shoujo-gag-comedy-anime-shorts-get-english-dub/.187535

Ushijima the Loan Shark Gets New Live-Action Spinoff Series About Ushijima's Rival

Maryjun Takahashi returns as Akane Saihara in September spinoff series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/ushijima-the-loan-shark-gets-new-live-action-spinoff-series-about-ushijima-rival/.187434

Cells at Work! Code Black's Shigemitsu Harada Launches New Manga in August

Why the hell are you here, Teacher!?'s Soborou draws new manga titled Love and Peace

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/cells-at-work-code-black-shigemitsu-harada-launches-new-manga-in-august/.187436

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, June 27-July 3

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time film earns 5.9% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-june-27-july-3/.187533

Japan's Video Game Rankings, June 27-July 3

Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Set debuts at #1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-09/japan-video-game-rankings-june-27-july-3/.187532

Friday, July 8, 2022

Teppen—!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Laughing 'til you Cry Anime Cancels Airing of 2nd Episode

1st episode to re-air on July 9, 3rd episode to air on July 16

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-08/teppen-laughing-til-you-cry-anime-cancels-airing-of-2nd-episode/.187497

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Passes Away at 67

Abe was shot at campaign event in Nara on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-08/former-japanese-prime-minister-shinzo-abe-passes-away-at-67/.187496

Fudanshi Shōkan Boys-Love Isekai Comedy Manga Gets 3rd Net Mini Anime

Haruki Ishiya, Takuya Satō return to voice leads in 3-episode series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-08/fudanshi-shokan-boys-love-isekai-comedy-manga-gets-3rd-net-mini-anime/.187493

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Serious Condition After Being Shot

Abe was speaking at campaign event on Friday in Nara city, was reportedly taken to hospital without vital signs

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-08/former-japanese-prime-minister-shinzo-abe-in-serious-condition-after-being-shot/.187491

Thursday, July 7, 2022

1st New Mr. Osomatsu Anime Film's Video Previews Ending Theme Song

PUNPEE performs ending theme for film opening on Friday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-07/1st-new-mr-osomatsu-anime-film-video-previews-ending-theme-song/.187474

'Play It Cool, Guys' Anime's Character Promo Video, Visual Highlight Shun Futami

Kouki Uchiyama plays Shun Futami in October anime

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-07/play-it-cool-guys-anime-character-promo-video-visual-highlight-shun-futami/.187472

Slam Dunk Anime Film's Teaser Video Previews 3DCG Animation

Film opens in Japan on December 3

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-07/slam-dunk-anime-film-teaser-video-previews-3dcg-animation/.187471

Yu-Gi-Oh Manga Creator Kazuki Takahashi Passes Away at 60

Japan Coast Guard found Takahashi off Okinawan coast in snorkeling gear on Wednesday morning

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-07/yu-gi-oh-manga-creator-kazuki-takahashi-passes-away-at-60/.187468

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Valkyrie Elysium Game's Trailer Reveals September 29 Release on PS4/PS5, November 11 Release on PC

Soleil develops action RPG in Valkyrie Profile series

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/valkyrie-elysium-game-trailer-reveals-september-29-release-on-ps4-ps5-november-11-release-on-pc/.187417

One Piece Film Red's Music Video Features 3rd Uta Project Song

Ado performs "Gyakkо" song by Vaundy

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/one-piece-film-red-music-video-features-3rd-uta-project-song/.187447

Tiger & Bunny 2 Anime's Trailer Previews 2nd Part

2nd part premieres worldwide on Netflix on October 7

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/tiger-and-bunny-2-anime-trailer-previews-2nd-part/.187446

Kingdom Anime's 4th Season's Promo Video Previews Ai Country Rebellion Arc

Visual unveiled for new arc starting on Saturday

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/kingdom-anime-4th-season-promo-video-previews-ai-country-rebellion-arc/.187445

2nd Penguindrum Compilation Film's Trailer Previews Song by Triple H

2nd film opens on July 22

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/2nd-penguindrum-compilation-film-trailer-previews-song-by-triple-h/.187444

Transformers Get Cute Anime Girl Makeover

Kotobukiya announces Bishoujo versions of Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-06/transformers-get-cute-anime-girl-makeover/.187401

Poker-Themed High Card Anime Reveals Promo Video, Cast, Staff, Opening Theme

Video previews opening theme song by FIVE NEW OLD

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-06/poker-themed-high-card-anime-reveals-promo-video-cast-staff-opening-theme/.187443

Monday, July 4, 2022

Kadokawa's Comic Alive Magazine Gets Comic Alive+ Website for 16th Anniversary

Website will republish some manga, will take 4 manga from main magazine, includes 2 new manga

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/kadokawa-comic-alive-magazine-gets-comic-alive-website-for-16th-anniversary/.187200

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Crosses US$400 Million Worldwide

Film crosses US$190 million in U.S.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/sonic-the-hedgehog-2-crosses-usd400-million-worldwide/.187145

Japanese Animation TV Ranking, June 20-26

Spy×Family 1st half finale earns 3.1% rating

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/japanese-animation-tv-ranking-june-20-26/.187363

Japan's Video Game Rankings, June 20-26

Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes debuts at #1

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/japan-video-game-rankings-june-20-26/.187359

Sōkyū no Fafner Behind the Line Spinoff Anime Gets Advanced Theatrical Screenings

Episode to feature returning cast, staff

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/sokyu-no-fafner-behind-the-line-spinoff-anime-gets-advanced-theatrical-screenings/.187383

Shūhei Miyazaki's Me & Roboco Manga Gets Live-Action Project

TV anime for manga also in the works

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-04/shuhei-miyazaki-me-and-roboco-manga-gets-live-action-project/.187377

Sunday, July 3, 2022

Anime Expo 2022 - SPY x FAMILY English Dub Cast Panel

Anya voice actress Atsumi Tanezaki revealed that manga creator Tatsuya Endo came to the studio to talk to her about when Anya tearfully says, “Mama.”

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/spy-x-family-english-dub-cast-panel/.187171

Anime Expo 2022 - Disney Twisted-Wonderland Panel

Yana Toboso wrote that she was delighted to learn that fans around the world have had a chance to play “this unexpected and eccentric game” and thanked everyone for their support.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/disney-twisted-wonderland-panel/.187310

Persona 5 Royal Collab Comes to Alchemy Stars Mobile Game on July 14

Joker, Fox, Queen, Violet, Mona join tactical RPG game in limited-time event

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2022-07-03/persona-5-royal-collab-comes-to-alchemy-stars-mobile-game-on-july-14/.187259

Entergram Streams Opening Movie for New Konosuba Dungeon RPG

Machico performs opening theme for game launching on PS4, Switch on September 29

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-03/entergram-streams-opening-movie-for-new-konosuba-dungeon-rpg/.187314

Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie Anime Casts Romi Park as Shikimori's Mother

Show's 12th, final episode airs on July 9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-03/shikimori-not-just-a-cutie-anime-casts-romi-park-as-shikimori-mother/.187313

Teppen—!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Laughing 'til you Cry Anime Adds 2 More Cast Members

Hiroki Yasumoto, Chiharu join cast for series streaming on Crunchyrolll

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-03/teppen-laughing-til-you-cry-anime-adds-2-more-cast-members/.187311

Saturday, July 2, 2022

Kotaro Lives Alone

I have to say, though, that I'm really glad that I went back and gave Kotaro Lives Alone another shot, because it turned out to be a surprisingly well-written and affecting dramedy that speaks to some important social issues.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/kotaro-lives-alone/.186891

The Demon Girl Next Door Season 2 ‒ Episode 12

If there is any single lesson that we need to take away from this wonderful second season of TDGND, it's that only fools and charlatans would ever doubt Shamiko and her crew when it comes to getting the job done.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/review/the-demon-girl-next-door-season-2/episode-12/.187275

Theater Posters List Slam Dunk Anime Film as Opening in Japan on December 3

Posters feature words The First Slam Dunk

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-02/theater-posters-list-slam-dunk-anime-film-as-opening-in-japan-on-december-3/.187296

Anime Expo 2022 - Studio TRIGGER Live Drawing and Q&A panel

The Trigger crew took on fans' burning questions. When will Muzzle appear in an anime? What's up with Sucy's design? Is there more Gridman on the horizon?

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/studio-trigger-live-drawing-and-q-a-panel/.187173

Bandai Namco Ent. to Release Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher Game in English

Monster Rancher spinoff game for Switch to launch this year

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-02/bandai-namco-ent-to-release-ultra-kaiju-monster-rancher-game-in-english/.187293

Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris Game Gets Switch Version

Game originally launched for PS4, Xbox One, Steam in July 2020

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-02/sword-art-online-alicization-lycoris-game-gets-switch-version/.187291

Friday, July 1, 2022

Anime Expo 2022

Get all the latest updates, from news headlines, interviews, and panel write-ups right here on Anime News Network. Coverage is sponsored by Yen Press!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/.187127

Anime Expo 2022 - Premiere Report: My Hero Academia Season 5 OAV

It's time for some good, old-fashioned baseball...with a heroic twist of course!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/convention/2022/anime-expo/premiere-report-my-hero-academia-season-5-oav/.187168

Extreme Hearts Anime Casts Kana Ichinose, Asami Seto; Reveals New Key Visual

Kana Ichinose plays Snow Wolf member Michelle Jaeger, Asami Seto plays Ashley Vancroft in anime premiering on July 9

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-01/extreme-hearts-anime-casts-kana-ichinose-asami-seto-reveals-new-key-visual/.187267

Fuuto PI Anime's New Promo Video Previews Theme Song

Anime premieres on August 1 with Crunchyroll streaming

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-01/fuuto-pi-anime-new-promo-video-previews-theme-song/.187266

The Summer 2022 Preview Guide

The next season of anime is here! We're kicking things off with reviews of RWBY: Ice Queendom, Spriggan, and Bastard!!

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/preview-guide/2022/summer/.186807

This Week in Games - One More Direct for the Road

Heidi takes on one last Nintendo Direct before her incoming departure from the column.

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/this-week-in-games/2022-07-01/one-more-direct-for-the-road/.187228

Lycoris Recoil Anime's 2nd Promo Video Previews Opening, Ending Themes

Anime debuts on July 2

source https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2022-07-01/lycoris-recoil-anime-2nd-promo-video-previews-opening-ending-themes/.187265