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Versus Volumes 2-4 Manga Review

Apr 15, 12:00 manga
ONE took all of his favorite game, movie, and book antagonists, altered them slightly to avoid copyright violations, and mashed them all together in one almighty smorgasbord of madness. ― Versus is another gleefully over-the-top action extravaganza from the pen of Mob Psycho 100 and One Punch Man author ONE. After the first volume's extended introduction to this complex world, the next three volumes ...
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Kaeru Chōhōkiteki's Witch and Mercenary Novels Get TV Anime in 2027

Apr 15, 12:00
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Saori Hayami, Taito Ban to star in 8-bit anime ― Bandai Namco Entertainment announced on Wednesday that Kaeru Chōhōkiteki's Witch and Mercenary (Majo to Yōhei) light novel series will get a television anime adaptation that will premiere on the NTV channel in 2027. The company revealed the anime's teaser visual, teaser promotional video, main cast, and staff members. Seven Seas Entertainment releases ...
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OPUS: Prism Peak Video Game Review

Apr 15, 11:00 games
With talking anthropomorphic animals and a disappearing girl, this is a fantastic story-driven adventure that's sure to tug on your heartstrings by the time the credits roll. ― Developer Sigono creates emotionally moving story games through the OPUS series, a collection of standalone adventures that touch upon topics such as grief, love, and growing up. OPUS: Prism Peak starts off showcasing Eugene's...
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Black Channel Manga Gets TV Anime

Apr 14, 13:48 anime
Satoshi Kisaichi debuted manga in 2020 ― The official X/Twitter account for Shogakukan's Coro Coro Comics magazine announced on Wednesday that Satoshi Kisaichi's Black Channel manga is getting a television anime. The account shared a commemorative illustration: Kisaichi launched the manga in Coro Coro Comics in 2020 and the series is ongoing. Shogakukan published the manga's 13th volume on December 2...
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Farming Life in Another World Season 1 Anime Series Review

Apr 14, 12:00
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This is a charming romp, and a mindless one, too. ― Here it is, y'all. Another fresh plate of mindless isekai fluff served al dente. It's got farming. It's got food. It's got Jojo's references. It's got vampires, ogres, and dragons taking on the form of cute anime girls. Cliche? Perhaps. Substantial? Not really. Boring? As a fellow once said, it's all a matter of perspective. You already know the dri...
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This Week in Anime - Not Today, Truck-kun

Apr 14, 10:00
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In a surprisingly light season for new isekai and LitRPG titles, Chris and Sylvia enjoy a trip through fantasy series of all stripes. ― In a surprisingly light season for new isekai and LitRPG titles, Chris and Sylvia enjoy a trip through fantasy series of all stripes. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network.Spoiler War...
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Bibisama's Gintama Collection Giveaway

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Attention stylish ANN reader! Would you like to be the most fashionable member of Yorozuya? We're giving away pieces from the amazing Bibisama x Gintama collection right now! Read on for details... ― Bibisama, in collaboration with Gintama is rolling out a giveaway to celebrate the chaos, comedy, and culture of Gintama fused with streetwear style through a limited collection of exclusive pieces. To m...
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Sony Pictures Produces Animated Film of Bloodborne Game

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YouTuber jacksepticeye co-produces film of FromSoftware game ― Sony Pictures announced at CinemaCon on Monday that it is producing an animated R-rated film adaptation of FromSoftware's Bloodborne game. PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and YouTuber jacksepticeye (Seán McLoughlin) are producing the film, with Sony Pictures and Lyrical Animation parent company Lyrical Media co-financing the f...
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Film Review

Apr 13, 12:00
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Watching this movie felt like I was strapped into a Mario-themed roller coaster ― I should probably start with some positives first right? I already praised the first Super Mario Bros. movie for its amazing animation and attention to detail. Super Mario Galaxy somehow ups all of that to such a degree where I can confidently say that this isn't just one of the best looking Illumination movies ever pro...
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The Spring 2026 Anime Preview Guide

Apr 13, 11:06
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The Guide's almost over, but we've still got a new show - check out I Want to End This Love Game! ― Welcome to Anime News Network's Spring 2026 Anime Preview Guide! Here's how it goes: our team of critics writes up their impressions instantly, to be posted here as they go along. Each critic will cover as many shows as they can handle, giving you alternate takes on almost every show. The guide is ong...
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How Ace Combat Inspired the Sentenced to Be a Hero Author

Apr 13, 09:00
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After six years, Sentenced to Be a Hero has achieved an impressive amount of success: eight published volumes, a manga adaptation, and an anime adaptation by Studio Kai. With the first season wrapped, we reached out to creators Rocket Shokai and Mephisto to get more insights into their views on its success. ― Sentenced to Be a Hero is a light novel series that has been in publication since 2020. Afte...
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Wandance Volumes 11-13 Manga Review

Apr 12, 12:00 manga
Dancing like no one is watching you is freeing, but it won’t win competitions. ― We all know that dance is a form of communication, and we know that dance is a form of storytelling. In Wandance Volumes 11-13, the club members at Ichirin learn an important lesson about telling the right story to the right people at the right time. Kabo is struggling more and more with trying to decide who he is, what ...
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Japan Aims to Increase Anime's Overseas Market to 6 Trillion Yen by 2033

Apr 12, 09:15
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Government aims to triple overseas market for anime, games, manga in less than 10 years ― The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) held its 18th Entertainment and Creative Industrial Policy Seminar on March 27, where it announced how specifically to meet the Japanese government's goal to expand the overseas market for its domestic creative industries to 20 trillion yen (about US$12...
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