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Join Our Anime Social Member Drive!

Hey Anime Social family,
We are excited to announce our Anime Social Member Drive, and we've got some fantastic prizes up for grabs! Whether you're a long-time member or new to our community, this is your chance to win a Crunchyroll subscription and enjoy all the anime you love!
How to Participate:
Invite Your Friends: Spread the word about Anime Social and invite your friends to join our amazing community. The more friends you invite, the better your chances of winning!
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Rules:
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No Padding your chances: New members must actively participate in the community during the event. Those who do not will reduce your chances of winning.
Quality Over Quantity: While we encourage active participation, ensure that your contributions are meaningful and add value to the community.
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Stay Honest: All activities and contributions must be genuine. Any form of cheating or manipulation will result in disqualification. There is a Referral link that is in your account settings Use this when inviting new members, this keeps it fair and fun! New members that do not use your referral link will not count towards your count.
Prizes:
1st Place: 3-month Crunchyroll subscription
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Timeline: The Member Drive will run from January 1st to February 28th. Winners will be announced on March 1st.
Why Join?
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Let's come together and make Anime Social the ultimate hub for all anime enthusiasts. Start inviting, engaging, and climbing the leaderboard today! We can't wait to see the amazing contributions you'll bring to our community.
Happy animating!
Best, Sinistra Sensei Anime Social Team
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Reno Shows Off His Numbered Weapon in New Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Trailer

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 has released a new trailer showcasing Reno Ichikawa wielding his new Numbered Kaiju Weapon. Previously, the anime revealed visuals for Gen Narumi and Isao Shinomiya.
Episode 19, titled “The Wall,” is the 7th episode of Season 2 and is set to premiere on August 30. In this episode, Reno, having successfully completed the one-month training period from the previous episode, embarks on his first battle with the Numbered Weapon. The new trailer highlights his action-packed debut.
Studio Production I.G is back in action, with Studio Khara once again handling the creature designs. The anime has already unveiled its theme songs through two trailers. Aurora performs the opening song, “You Can’t Run From Yourself,” while OneRepublic returns with the new ending track, “Beautiful Colors.”
Naoya Matsumoto's manga Kaiju No. 8 started serialization in July 2020 on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ platform, with 15 volumes released by March. The series concluded this week with Chapter 129. Viz Media handles its English publication.
The franchise's game adaptation, Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, has surpassed 750,000 million pre-registrations and is set for a worldwide release on August 31.
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Tying the Knot With an Amagami Sister Manga Officially Ends, Gets Special Illustration by Quintessential Quintuplets Creator

Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister manga wraps up today after more than four years of serialization. Debuting in April 2021, it inspired a 24-episode anime adaptation by Studio Drive that aired from Fall 2025 to Winter 2025.
To mark the finale, special illustrations by Negi Haruba (The Quintessential Quintuplets, Go! Go! Loser Ranger) and Haruko Iizuka (the anime’s character designer) have been unveiled.

Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister manga, written and illustrated by Marcey Naito, has come to an end, accompanied by special illustrations from Haruko Iizuka and Negi Haruba. The series, originally published as a one-shot in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine, began regular serialization in April 2021. Kodansha USA handles the English publication, while Crunchyroll streams the anime adaptation.
The story revolves around Uryu Kamihate, a young boy aspiring to enter medical school. He ends up at the Amagami Shrine as his foster home, where he meets the three charming sisters, Yae, Yuna, and Asahi. To his surprise, he is told he must marry one of the sisters and inherit the shrine, setting the stage for a romantic comedy.
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Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc to Hit IMAX Theaters, New Short Anime Announced

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is set to hit Japanese theaters on September 19, with an IMAX version premiering simultaneously at 61 locations across the country. To hype up the release, a new poster featuring Denji alongside the Shark Fiend Beam has been unveiled. Check out the new IMAX visual below.

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc – New IMAX Visual
Before the premiere, ABEMA will host a special program on September 5 at 8:00 PM. The event will be presented by comedian Kendo Kobayashi and feature guests such as Denji’s voice actor Kikunosuke Toya, comedians Crystal Noda (Magical Lovely) and Shogo (Tokyo Hoteison), freelance announcer Neki Matsuzawa, and Vivian Murakawa from the idol group CANDY TUNE. The program will take viewers behind the scenes at animation studio MAPPA, include comments from musician Kenshi Yonezu (who performs both the opening and ending themes), and provide the latest updates on the movie.

Chainsaw Man Digest Edition & New Short Anime

After the special, ABEMA will exclusively stream a digest version of the Chainsaw Man TV anime on the same day. This re-edited compilation condenses the 12-episode series into one special and includes a newly animated short called Chainsaw Biyori (Chainsaw Days), inspired by the manga’s bonus chapters. Other streaming platforms will start offering the digest edition from September 12.



Chainsaw Biyori (Chainsaw Days) – New Short Anime Preview Images
Studio MAPPA is handling the animation, with Tatsuya Yoshihara stepping in as director after Ryu Nakayama directed Season 1. The anime movie is set to debut in Japan on September 19, with international releases starting September 24. It will premiere in U.S. theaters on October 29, 2025.
Tatsuki Fujimoto is the creator of the Chainsaw Man manga, which is divided into two parts, with the second part ongoing since July 2023. The MangaPLUS app publishes it in English, offering all chapters for free while using the app. Viz Media manages the physical releases.
MAPPA’s channel summarizes The Reze Arc movie’s plot as follows: Denji, now “Chainsaw Man” with a devil’s heart, works as part of Special Division 4’s devil hunters. After a date with Makima, his dream girl, Denji takes shelter from the rain and meets Reze, a girl who works at a café.



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My Friend's Little Sister Has It In for Me Unveils Key Visual, Trailer, October 4 Premiere, Theme Songs

The upcoming My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me anime unveiled a key visual and a new trailer on Monday, featuring the October 4 premiere date and the opening and ending theme songs. Karubi Akami is singing the opening theme song while Kohana Lam is performing the ending theme.

My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me – New Key Visual | October 4 Premiere
The latest trailer highlights the voice cast which consists of:
Haruki Ishiya as Akiteru Ooboshi
Sayumi Suzushiro as Iroha Kohinata
Tomori Kusunoki as Mashiro Tsukinomori
Soma Saito as Ozuma Kohinata
Kana Hanazawa as Sumire Kageishi
Studio BLADE is bringing the light novel by Mikawa Ghost to life in an anime adaptation. Directed by Kazuomi Koga, with scripts by Toko Machida and character designs by Katsuyuki Sato, the anime released its second trailer last June.
The light novel, first published in April 2019 with illustrations by Tomari, has been adapted into a manga by Hira Hiraoka, serialized in Square Enix’s Manga Up! magazine, and also available in English through Comikey.
J-Novel Club, which licenses the light novel in English, describes the story: Akiteru, unlucky in love and scorned by every girl he meets, is focused on securing a spot for his game-development team at his uncle’s company. But his uncle gives him one condition—pretend to be his daughter’s boyfriend. This complicates things, especially with Iroha, his best friend’s sister, who loves to tease him. How will she react to the news?
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The Food Diary of Miss Maid Gets Anime Adaptation in 2026

The manga series "The Food Diary of Miss Maid" by Susumu Maeya is set to receive a TV anime adaptation, scheduled for release in 2026. Kana Ichinose will voice the lead character, Suzume Tachibana, who takes center stage in the teaser visual and trailer.

The Food Diary of Miss Maid – Teaser Visual
EMT Squared and Magic Bus are bringing the series to life, with Ryousuke Senbo directing. Natsuko Takahashi and Saeka Fujimoto are handling the scripts, Chiaki Abe is designing the characters, and Katsutoshi Kitagawa is in charge of the music composition.

Maeya debuted the manga on Kodansha’s Comic Days digital platform in December 2019, spanning a total of four volumes.
Kodansha USA is releasing the manga in English and describes the story as follows:
What’s a maid to do when she suddenly finds herself stuck in Japan for a year? Eat, of course! Join maid-in-training Suzume Tachibana as she explores all kinds of Japanese food, from sweet treats like taiyaki and melon bread to savory snacks like takoyaki and onigiri! But be warned—while Suzume satisfies her cravings with one delicious delight after another, you might just find yourself getting hungry too!
To celebrate the announcement of the Food Diary of Miss Maid anime adaptation, the manga creator also drew a special illustration:

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Takopi's Original Sin Reveals New Visual Featuring 2022 Shizuka and Marina

Takopi’s Original Sin unveiled a special new visual featuring Shizuka and Marina from 2022 during the anime panel at Anime NYC. The event included a special screening of the first episode, and the anime’s director, Shinya Iino, made an appearance.
The series ran for six episodes from June 28 to August 1, dominating the weekly rankings throughout its run with five wins. Check out the new visual below.

Takopi’s Original Sin has unveiled a new special visual showcasing 2022 Shizuka and Marina. Additionally, a special “look back” trailer from Shizuka’s perspective has been released, following previous versions featuring Marina and Azuma.

The main staff working on Takopi’s Original Sin includes:
Director: Shinya Iino
Series Composition: Shinya Iino
Character Design: Keita Nagahara
Animation Studio: ENISHIYA
Production: TBS Television
You can also watch the final PV below. It was released immediately after the finale aired in Japan.
Taizan 5 created and illustrated the manga Takopi’s Original Sin (Takopi no Genzai). It was serialized on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ platform between December 2021 and March 2022, with a total of two compiled volumes. VIZ Media licensed the manga in English, summarizing the story:
A cute little alien named Takopi arrives on Earth. His mission? Not to meet our leader, but to spread happiness across the universe!
The first person Takopi encounters is a troubled fourth grader named Shizuka. (Or is she…?) Determined to make her smile again, Takopi uses his advanced technology to help, but his well-meaning efforts only lead to chaos and tragedy.
What is the truth Takopi has forgotten? And what will this kindhearted pink alien octopus have to give up to truly help Shizuka and her friends?
You can participate in the sixth Summer 2025 weekly poll, where a new winner will be chosen for the first time.
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Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.2 Arrives September 4, Razer Gaming Peripherals Collaboration Announced

HoYoverse has revealed that Zenless Zone Zero's upcoming major update, Version 2.2 “Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night,” is set to launch on September 4. This update will enhance the storyline with the introduction of the Obol Squad, a Defense Force unit sent to the Waifei Peninsula following the Exaltists' failed scheme.
The new faction brings three new characters to the roster.
Seed, an S-Rank Electric Attack Agent, fights alongside his modified Seed Sr. mecha and strengthens team damage output.
Orphie & Magus, the squad’s captain, specializes in laser-based combat and team coordination, granting allies boosted attacks and defense-piercing capabilities.
Mercury, an S-Rank Bangboo companion, enters the game as a tank operator.
Returning agents Trigger and Evelyn will be available, while Soldier 0 – Anby is undergoing updates for a future release.
Version 2.2 introduces new events like Band of Brave Bangboo, a tower defense mode with new maps, enemies, and environmental hazards. Completing stages unlocks the A-Rank Excaliboo companion, which alternates between sword and hammer attacks by chance. Rhythm Rave, a rhythm-based mini-game, features familiar tracks and offers in-game rewards.
Quality-of-life improvements include expanded customization, allowing players to choose Belle or Wise before starting companion events like Quality Time invites.
Additionally, Zenless Zone Zero has launched its first gaming peripherals collaboration with Razer, featuring Miyabi. The collection includes the Razer Iskur V2 X, Razer BlackWidow V4 X, Razer Cobra, and Razer Gigantus V2 – Medium.

Zenless Zone Zero is available on PlayStation 5 Pro, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud Gaming, PC, iOS, and Android.
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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Reveals New Nezuko and Kiriya Ubuyashiki Visuals

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza’s Return unveiled stunning new visuals of Nezuko and Kiriya Ubuyashiki. The anime film is now screening globally and has already shattered records in Japan. In North America, Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers can enjoy early screenings on September 9, while general screenings will start on September 12.
The two new visuals maintain the same theme as the previous countdown series, though they were not featured before. Kiriya Ubuyashiki, the son of Kagaya Ubuyashiki, became the 98th Oyakata after his father’s death. His new visual is shown below.



Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle unveils a new visual featuring Kiriya Ubuyashiki.
Nezuko Kamado, a fan favorite, makes her appearance as well, with her stunning visual showcased below.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle – New Nezuko Kamado Visual

The movie has a confirmed runtime of 155 minutes (2h35m) and premiered in the highest number of Japanese theaters in the franchise's history. It has already become the third highest-grossing Japanese film of all time. Visuals and trailers have teased two of the main battles.
Tanjiro & Giyu vs Akaza
Shinobu Kocho vs Doma

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Fire Force Season 3 Prepares for Finale With First Part 2 Teaser Visual

Fire Force Season 3 has unveiled the first teaser visual for Part 2 (Cour 2), with the new episodes set to premiere in January 2026. The first cour concluded in June, featuring Shinra's encounter with what appeared to be the 'real world' after a fourth wall break. It was previously confirmed that this will be the final season of the anime.

Fire Force Season 3 – First Part 2 Teaser Visual | New Episodes Coming in January 2026
You can also watch the previously revealed Part 2 announcement trailer below.

The anime adaptation kicked off with Season 1, featuring 24 episodes in 2019. Season 2 also included 24 episodes and aired in 2020. Season 3 was announced in May 2022, with its first cour airing from April to June 2024. Studio David Production has handled the entire adaptation process.
The voice cast includes:
Gakuto Kajiwara as Shinra Kusakabe
Yusuke Kobayashi as Arthur Boyle
Aoi Yuki as Tamaki Kotatsu
Saeko Kamijo as Maki Oze
Mao Ichimichi as Iris
Kazuya Nakai as Akitaru Obi
Kenichi Suzumura as Takehisa Hinawa
Mamoru Miyano as Benimaru Shinmon
Kenjiro Tsuda as Joker
Maya Sakamoto as Sho Kusakabe
Lynn as Hibana
Yumi Uchiyama as Arrow
Hiroki Yasumoto as Charon
Rie Kugimiya as Haumea
Taiten Kusunoki as Leonardo Burns
Miyuri Shimabukuro as Inca Kasugatani
Atsushi Ohkubo, the creator of Soul Eater, is also the writer and illustrator of the Fire Force manga. The series was serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine from September 2015 to February 2022 and was also licensed in English by Kodansha. The story is set in Tokyo, where a deadly phenomenon called spontaneous human combustion threatens the city. To combat this, the Fire Force is formed. Special Fire Cathedral 8 welcomes a unique new member, Shinra, a boy who can run at rocket speed, leaving behind the iconic “devil’s footprints” (and frequently ruining his shoes). Together, Shinra and his team must uncover the source of this bizarre epidemic before the city is consumed by flames.
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Gyomei Himejima From Demon Slayer Gets 2025 Birthday Illustration by Ufotable

To celebrate Gyomei Himejima’s birthday, the Stone Hashira from Demon Slayer, animation studio Ufotable unveiled a new commemorative illustration for 2025. His birthday, August 23, coincides with the global success of the Infinity Castle film, which continues to break records.
Ufotable often shares seasonal and character-themed artwork for special occasions like Christmas, New Year, Valentine’s Day, or character birthdays. Earlier this month, they released a special illustration for Muichiro Tokito’s birthday.
Stone Hashira Gyomei Himejima Celebrates Birthday With New 2025 Illustration by Ufotable
Gyomei Himejima received a special visual during the countdown campaign for Infinity Castle. Take a look at the Stone Hashira’s latest birthday artwork below.

Demon Slayer – Gyomei Himejima 2025 Birthday Illustration by ufotable
Background on Demon Slayer
The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga, created by Koyoharu Gotoge, was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2016 to May 2020, with a total of 23 volumes.
The anime adaptation, produced by ufotable, debuted in April 2019 with a 26-episode first season. It was followed by the blockbuster Mugen Train film in 2020, which became a massive hit in Japan and helped bring global attention to anime films. Earlier this year, a revival screening of Mugen Train was held in Japanese cinemas to build excitement for the upcoming movie.
The anime’s release timeline so far:
Season 2: October 2021 – February 2022 (including a re-edited version of Mugen Train)
Season 3: April – June 2023
Season 4: May – June 2024
Infinity Castle: July 18 in Japan, international roll-out from August 14

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Shinobu Kaitani's Liar Game Gets TV Anime by Madhouse in 2026, Reveals Teaser Trailer, Visual, Staff

Shinobu Kaitani’s LIAR GAME is set to receive its first-ever TV anime adaptation by studio MADHOUSE in 2026, with a teaser visual, trailer, and key staff revealed. The suspense manga, serialized in Weekly Young Jump from 2005 to 2015, marks another milestone for Kaitani, who is also known for creating One Outs.
Previously, LIAR GAME was adapted into a live-action drama in 2007, a live-action film in 2010, and a stage play in 2023. MADHOUSE, known for recent works like Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End and Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, will now bring the series to life as an anime. The production team for the adaptation includes:
Chief Director: Yuzo Sato
Director: Asami Kawano
Series Composition & Screenwriter: Tatsuhiko Urahata
Character Designer: Kei Tsuchiya
Sound Director: Kisuke Koizumi
Animation Production: MADHOUSE
You can watch the teaser trailer below.

Also check out the first teaser visual:

LIAR GAME – TV Anime Visual | 2026 Release Date
LIAR GAME Anime Main Staff Comments on the Adaptation
Original Creator: Shinobu Kaitani
Chief Director: Yuzo Sato
Director: Asami Kawano
Series Composition & Screenwriter: Tatsuhiko Urahata
Character Designer: Kei Tsuchiya
Sound Director: Kisuke Koizumi
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Call of the Night Season 2 Prepares for Halloween Night Arc With New Visual and Trailer

Call of the Night Season 2 has unveiled a new trailer and key visual for the Halloween Night Arc, starting on August 29 with Episode 9. Animated by Studio LIDENFILMS, the anime has been streaming on HIDIVE since July.
The trailer features the ending theme song “Nemure” (“Sleep”) by Creepy Nuts, adding to the anticipation for the upcoming episodes.
You can also see the new visual:


Tomoyuki Itamura directs the Call of the Night anime adaptation, with Mao Miyoshi and Izumi Takizawa serving as assistant directors. The main team also features Michiko Yokote overseeing the script, Haruka Sagawa as the character designer, and Yoshiaki Dewa handling the music composition.
The main voice cast includes:
Sora Amamiya as Nazuna Nanakusa
Gen Sato as Ko Yamori
Miyuki Sawashiro as Anko Uguisu
Yumiri Hanamori as Akira Asai
Haruka Tomatsu as Seri Kikyo
Shizuka Ito as Kabura Honda
Yoko Hikasa as Kiyosumi Shirakawa
Azumi Waki as Hatsuka Suzushiro
Rina Sato as Kiku Hoshimi
The anime is adapted from Kotoyama's manga and takes its name from Creepy Nuts’ song “Yofukashi no Uta.” The band provided both the opening and ending themes for Season 1, titled “Daten” and “Yofukashi no Uta,” respectively. The manga concluded in January 2024 with 200 chapters, and a new arc, Call of the Night: Paradise Arc (Yofukashi no Uta – Rakuen-hen), began serialization on July 2 in Weekly Shonen Sunday Issue #31.
Viz Media publishes the manga in English, summarizing the story: “One night, sleepless Yamori slips out of his home to walk the streets of his town. Life after dark is a revelation! Especially when he meets flirtatious Nanakusa… She’s a lot more fun to share the night with than old drunks on park benches. When she invites him to spend the night at her place in an abandoned building, he’s stoked! But then he awakens to kisses on his neck with a little too much bite to them…”
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STEEL BALL RUN JoJo's Bizarre Adventure New Information Set for Global Stream on September 23

Steel Ball Run, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure (Part 7), is set to reveal new information during a global livestream on September 23. Tickets for the Japan event are now available, with further details on the global livestream to come.
Sound director Yoshikazu Iwanami recently provided an update on the anime’s progress, stating that sound work for Episode 1 is complete. Studio David Production is confirmed to return for animation, with the main staff unveiled at Anime Expo 2025.

Steel Ball Run, the seventh part of Hirohiko Araki’s iconic JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure manga, is set in late 19th-century America. It follows Johnny Joestar, a former jockey prodigy, and Gyro Zeppeli, a mysterious outlaw, as they compete in a transcontinental horse race for a huge cash prize. However, lurking beneath the competition are dangerous conspiracies threatening to take control.
Hirohiko Araki's manga started in 1987, with Steel Ball Run running from 2004 to 2011. The full staff for the newest anime adaptation includes:
Director: Yasuhiro Kimura & Hideya Takahashi (Golden Wind)
Series Director: Toshiyuki Kato (Every Series)
Series Structure: Yasuko Kobayashi (Every Series)
Character Design: Daisuke Tsumagari (Golden Wind)
Music: Yugo Kanno (Stardust Crusaders, Diamond is Unbreakable, Golden Wind, Stone Ocean)
Sound Director: Yoshikazu Iwanami (Every Series)
Animation: david production (Every Series)

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Devil May Cry Season 2 Gets First Trailer, 2026 Release Date

Devil May Cry Season 2 is scheduled to release in 2026, with Netflix unveiling its first trailer. The animated series premiered on Netflix on April 3, and the sequel was confirmed just a week later. Initially announced in September 2023, the project is described as "an anime series from Capcom, Studio Mir, and Adi Shankar."
Netflix revealed the news during Anime NYC, along with the release of the Season 2 teaser trailer.
Devil May Cry is a well-known action-adventure and hack-and-slash game franchise created by Hideki Kamiya and primarily developed by Capcom. The story follows Dante, a demon hunter with supernatural powers, as he battles demons threatening humanity. The voice cast includes:
Johnny Yong Bosch as Dante
Scout Taylor-Compton as Mary
Hoon Lee as White Rabbit
Kevin Conroy as VP Baines
Chris Coppola as Enzo
The game series first launched in 2001 and has grown to feature six mainline entries since then.
Devil May Cry (2001)
Devil May Cry 2 (2003)
Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening (2005)
Devil May Cry 4 (2008)
DmC: Devil May Cry (2013) – a reboot developed by Ninja Theory
Devil May Cry 5 (2019)
The franchise, apart from its main entries, has released various remasters, special editions, and collections, such as Devil May Cry HD Collection and enhanced versions like Devil May Cry 3, Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition, and Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition.
It also has an anime adaptation by studio MADHOUSE, which debuted in June 2007. Spanning 12 episodes, it follows Dante's daily adventures as a demon hunter.
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Splinter Cell: Deathwatch Netflix Animated Series Drops Official Trailer, October 14 Release Date

Splinter Cell: Deathwatch, the upcoming Netflix animated series, has unveiled its first trailer along with an October 14 release date. The series confirmed Liev Schreiber as the voice of Sam Fisher and is produced by Ubisoft Film & Television in collaboration with animation studios Sun Creature and Fost, with Guillaume Dousse and Félicien Colmet-Daage directing.
Kirby Howell-Baptiste joins the cast as the voice of agent Zinnia McKenna. The official teaser trailer is now available to watch.
Derek Kolstad, known for John Wick, is the head writer and also an executive producer alongside Hélène Juguet, Hugo Revon, and Gérard Guillemot from Ubisoft.
Splinter Cell: Death Watch is based on the iconic Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell video games developed by Ubisoft. The series began in 2002, with the last game, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Blacklist, released in 2013. The franchise has also inspired multiple novels and a movie adaptation starring Tom Hardy as Sam Fisher. A remake of the original game is currently in the works.
The plot centers around Sam Fisher, a highly skilled NSA operative from Third Echelon, as he infiltrates terrorist strongholds, gathers crucial intelligence by any means necessary, carries out missions with precision, and vanishes without a trace.
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Sakamoto Days Part 2 Gets New Mid-Season Trailer

SAKAMOTO DAYS Part 2 has unveiled a fresh mid-season trailer, showcasing the ongoing JCC Transfer Exams Arc. The announcement came from Netflix during a special panel at Anime NYC. Check out the exciting new trailer below.
You can also see the visual for the arc, which was released previously.

TMS Entertainment is back to handle the animation, with Masaki Watanabe directing, Yo Moriyama designing characters, Yuto Suzuki writing the screenplay, and Taku Kishimoto managing series composition.
Yuto Suzuki is the author and artist of the SAKAMOTO DAYS manga series, which has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since 2020. As of August 4, 2024, twenty-three volumes have been published, and the English version is licensed by VIZ Media.
The story centers on Taro Sakamoto, a legendary hitman who retired to marry and raise a family. Now running a store, he struggles to leave his past behind. Despite his changed appearance, Sakamoto will do whatever it takes to protect his loved ones and eliminate any threats to their safety.
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The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest Reveals Main Trailer, Key Visual

The anime The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest has unveiled its main trailer, a new key visual, and the voice cast. Set to premiere on October 4, 2025, the anime was first announced in March as a collaboration between CyberAgent and Kodansha, with studio GEKKOU handling the animation production.
The opening theme song is “Quest” by Kiro Akiyama, while the ending theme song is “Kakera” (Fragments) by aruma. Both tracks are featured in the first main trailer (PV).

Including the new addition, the voice cast for the anime consists of the following members:
Shuichiro Umeda as protagonist Alec
Yurika Kubo as Yorha Eisenz
Masumi Tazawa as Krasia
Masaki Mizunaka as Ornest Lane
Hikaru Midorikawa as Eldas Miheira (NEW)
Atsushi Abe as Regulus Gardana (NEW)
You can see the main four characters in the new visual below.

The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest – Anime Key Visual | October 4 Premiere Date
This fantasy light novel, written by Alto and illustrated by Yuunagi, first debuted on the user-generated site Shosetsuka ni Naro in October 2020. Kodansha later picked it up, publishing it under the K Ranobe Books imprint starting in August 2021.
A manga adaptation by Yuki Monji is also serialized on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket app and website, with an English version available on K MANGA. The story centers on Alec, a former court magician who quietly supported the crown prince. After being abruptly dismissed for focusing solely on support magic, Alec reconnects with his old academy party members and sets off on a new journey to rebuild his party and strive for even greater achievements.
The anime’s staff includes:
Director: Ken Takahashi
Assistant Director: Masamune Hirata (Raretrick)
Series Composition: Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
Character Design / Chief Animation Director: Yoko Sato
Sub Character Design / Chief Animation Director: Nobuhide Hayashi
Monster Design: Yoshiki Kuga / Recommendation
Art Director: Manabu Otsuzuki
Color Design: Ryota Katsuta / Maki Yamamoto
3D Director: Hisashi Akimoto (T2studio)
Director of Photography: Shigeki Asakawa (Raretrick)
Music: Diosta, High Speed Boy
Sound Director: Nobuyuki Abe
Sound Production: On-Lead
Animation Production: GEKKOU
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🚫 Articles System Posting Disabled for Forums

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Fate Trigger Reveals New Trailer, Early Access Set for Q1 2026

Saroasis Studios has revealed that their upcoming shooter game, Fate Trigger, will launch in Early Access on PC in early 2026. This announcement comes after a closed beta that attracted hundreds of thousands of players, as stated by the developer. Additionally, a new gameplay trailer for Fate Trigger was unveiled.

The closed beta introduced various game modes, such as Rapid Trials, 8v8 Team Deathmatch, and Ranked Matches. Feedback from this phase seems to be shaping the game's development, with Saroasis announcing that a first-person POV option, currently unavailable, will be added in a future update.
The Early Access release will start exclusively on PC, with cross-platform support planned later. The game is now available for wishlisting on Steam, where it’s described as follows:
Finger on the Trigger – Anime Heroes are Storming the Arena!
Take on the role of the Awakener, a chosen warrior unraveling the mysteries of a new world through intense battles and ultimate triumphs. Hone your tactics, gather resources, craft powerful gear, and unleash unique skills to outsmart and outgun your opponents!
About Saroasis Studios
Saroasis Studios, owned by Tencent, is a game development team with over 15 years of expertise in shooter games. With a team of more than 600 developers and artists, the studio specializes in blending anime-inspired designs with competitive gameplay.
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Hololive Officially Has Its Own Music Record Label

Last month, COVER Corp. introduced a new music label for hololive production called hololive RECORDS. This marks the official establishment of hololive's music production and distribution efforts. The decision to create hololive RECORDS was driven by a desire to "carry these achievements and passion for music into the future" and to offer a platform for musical activities centered around their talents.
Hololive's music has achieved significant success, with multiple songs charting on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, amassing millions of views online, and serving as theme songs for popular anime like Mori Calliope’s “Future Island” (One Piece) and “Go-Getters” (Suicide Squad ISEKAI), as well as Hoshimachi Suisei’s “I Don’t Care” (Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX). Interviews were conducted with Mori Calliope in 2023 and 2024, followed by a conversation with COVER Corp. CEO Motoaki Tanigo that same year.
Hololive’s evolution has continued despite the graduations of notable talents such as Gawr Gura, Murasaki Shion, Ceres Fauna, Sakamata Chloe, Amelia Watson, and Minato Aqua. Hololive RECORDS was launched with the slogans “Music, voices, feelings – now and forever, they will be with you [translated]” and “Hololive’s music, broader, deeper, and freer [translated].” The announcement stated, “Any dream, any challenge, starts here. We’ll do everything that’s fun. A playground where ‘what I want to try’ is realized through music.”
Hololive RECORDS builds on the joint label holo-n, formed in 2023 by Hololive and Universal Music Japan’s EMI Records, and follows Mori Calliope’s signing with EMI Records in 2022. According to Spotify, COVER Corp. holds the master copyright for Mori Calliope’s latest song, “Queen of the Night,” while Hololive RECORDS manages its publishing rights.
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I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince Season 2 Reveals New Mid-Season Visual, Episode 7 Preview

Season 2 of I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince has released a fresh visual and a sneak peek for Episode 7 (Episode 19 overall). The anime is building up to its mid-season climax this Wednesday, with Studio Tsumugi Akita Anime Lab continuing to handle the animation under the direction of Jin Tamamura.

I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince Season 2 – New Mid-Season Climax Visual
Here’s the synopsis for the upcoming episode, “The Great Advent Festival”:
Lloyd suspects that the mysterious priest might be one of the Twelve Bishops of the central church. Anticipating an assassination attempt on the Pope during the festival, Albert tasks Sylpha and the others with keeping a close watch on the Bishops. On the day of the festival at Daen Cathedral, as the crowd rejoices in the Pope’s reunion with the kingdom, a sudden rumble resonates through the air.




I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince Season 2 – Episode 7 (Episode 19 Overall) Preview Images
Kenkyo na Circle is the author of the light novel series I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability, with illustrations by Meru. The novel originally appeared on the Shosetsuka ni Naro website in October 2019. Kodansha later acquired it and began publishing a print version in July 2020. The series also has a manga adaptation by Yosuke Kokuzawa, which Kodansha USA publishes in English.
The story revolves around Prince Lloyd, a 10-year-old royal with a tragic past life who is reincarnated as a powerful sorcerer. Despite his young age and royal status, Lloyd is determined to continue his magical studies and faces challenges in his new life as one of the most overpowered protagonists.
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New English Trailer for My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha Anime Reveals HIDIVE Release

On August 19, HIDIVE revealed that it will stream the anime My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha: Backstabbed in a Backwater Dungeon, I’m Out for Revenge! this fall, along with an English-subtitled trailer. The anime is set to premiere on October 3.


The newest anime visual for "My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha: Backstabbed in a Backwater Dungeon, I’m Out for Revenge!" has been released in its English version.

The anime joins HIDIVE's Fall 2025 lineup alongside Hero Without a Class: Who Even Needs Skills and P.A.WORKS' sci-fi original series, Dusk Beyond the End of the World. My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha: Backstabbed in a Backwater Dungeon, I’m Out for Revenge! is part of HIDIVE’s exclusive deal with MBS for select titles outside Asia.
J.C.Staff is producing the animation for My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha: Backstabbed in a Backwater Dungeon, I’m Out for Revenge!, adapting Shisui Meikyo’s story with tef’s artwork. Katsushi Sakurabi directs, and Hiroshi Onogi handles the scriptwriting and story editing.
Set to stream on HIDIVE in Fall 2025, the anime follows Light, who, after being betrayed and left for dead, escapes to the Abyss—the realm’s most dangerous dungeon. With his Unlimited Gacha skill, he summons Mei, a Level 9999 warrior in a maid outfit. Three years later, Light builds a powerful underground kingdom of loyal Level 9999 fighters. Now a mighty Overlord, he prepares to return to the surface and take revenge on his betrayers.
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'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess Season 2 Reveals New Trailer

"Tis Time for 'Torture,' Princess" Season 2 has unveiled a new trailer, introducing a fresh character named Sakura Heartrock. The anime has already announced its release date for January 2026. Studio PINE JAM is back to handle the animation, and the new trailer is now available to watch.

The anime's first season debuted in January 2024, spanning 12 episodes. Studio Pine Jam took charge of the animation, led by director Yoko Kanamori. Kazuyuki Fudeyazu oversaw the series composition, while Satoshi Furuhashi and Toshiya Kono designed the characters. Masaru Yokoyama composed the music, and the main voice cast featured:
Haruka Shiraishi as Princess
Chikahiro Kobayashi as Excalibur
Shizuka Ito as Torture Tortura
Tessho Genda as Hell-Lord
‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess (Hime-sama “Gomon” no Jikan desu) is a manga series written by Robinson Haruhara and illustrated by Hirakei. It began serialization on the Shonen Jump+ website in April 2019 and concluded today, August 19, in Japan. Crunchyroll is streaming the anime adaptation, describing the story as follows: As the war between the Imperial Army and Hellhorde continues, the Princess, armed with her legendary sword Excalibur, is captured and imprisoned. But what kind of “torture” awaits her at the hands of the chief demon interrogator? Fluffy, fresh-baked toast! Hot, steaming ramen! Oh, the agony! Can the Princess endure these delicious torments and keep her kingdom’s secrets safe?
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"We Are Blown Away": Fandango Confirms Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle as Its Best-Ever First-Day Anime Film Ticket Pre-Seller

Fandango revealed that Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle has shattered records on its platform, becoming the top first-day ticket pre-seller for any anime movie in its history. The film surpassed the previous milestones set by Demon Slayer: Mugen Train (2021) and Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (2022), reaching this achievement within just 24 hours of tickets going on sale.

Jerramy Hainline, EVP of Fandango, stated:

The film kicks off a three-part cinematic finale for the hugely popular Demon Slayer anime series, adapting the final section of Koyoharu Gotoge’s manga. Infinity Castle hits theaters across the United States on September 12, 2025, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Tickets became available on August 15, with early screenings on September 9 for Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers.
Viewers can choose between the original Japanese version with English subtitles or the English-dubbed version, with screenings also available in IMAX and other premium formats. The movie runs for 155 minutes (2h35m) and debuted in the highest number of Japanese theaters in the franchise’s history. It’s breaking records in Japan, surpassing 25 billion yen within 31 days and already ranking as the third highest-grossing Japanese film of all time.

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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Crosses 25.7 Billion Yen in 31 Days, Becomes Japan's 3rd Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza’s Return has been making waves at the Japanese box office, now ranking as the third highest-grossing Japanese film of all time after 31 days. With 18,272,941 admissions, the movie has reached a total revenue of 25.78 billion yen (around 174 million USD).

This achievement follows its earlier milestone of surpassing ONE PIECE FILM RED to become the 6th highest-grossing anime film, earning 22.07 billion yen in just 25 days. In less than a week, Infinity Castle climbed further up the charts and is now aiming for the record of 40.75 billion yen set by the franchise’s previous film, Mugen Train.

A new key visual highlighting the Shinobu vs Doma fight has fueled even more excitement. Since its global theater release on August 14, anticipation has grown, with its North American debut set for September 12 and early screenings available for Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers.

Before its record-breaking premiere in Japan, tickets for the earliest screenings sold out within minutes. Right now, all anime episodes and movies are available to stream on YouTube for free (for one week starting August 16). The movie, confirmed to have a runtime of 155 minutes (2 hours and 35 minutes), debuted in the largest number of Japanese theaters in the franchise’s history.
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HoYoverse Unveils Zenless Zone Zero x Aston Martin Collaboration Ahead of Gamescom 2025 Showcase

HoYoverse has announced a collaboration between Zenless Zone Zero and Aston Martin ahead of the game’s showcase at Gamescom 2025. Revealed on August 14 via the official website, this crossover will also be highlighted during the Cologne event from August 20 to August 24.
The centerpiece of the collaboration is a custom Aston Martin Vantage coupe, styled with a design inspired by the Victoria Housekeeping Co. faction and featuring characters Lycaon and Rina. The Zenless Zone Zero art team shared their thoughts:

Zenless Zone Zero teams up with Aston Martin! The Vantage will be showcased at the Zenless Zone Zero booth (Hall 6, booth C-031), where visitors can join check-in missions to score merchandise like posters, postcards, holographic cards, and a 1:18 scale model of the car. A global campaign will also launch, giving fans around the world a chance to win the same limited-edition model.

Zenless Zone Zero is the newest ARPG from HoYoverse, set in New Eridu, the last city standing after a supernatural disaster. Players take on the role of Proxies, leading a variety of characters through intense combat missions in perilous Hollow zones.

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A Livid Lady's Guide to Getting Even: How I Crushed My Homeland With My Mighty Grimoires Gets Anime

The anime adaptation of "A Livid Lady’s Guide to Getting Even: How I Crushed My Homeland with My Mighty Grimoires" has been officially announced. Hobby Japan shared the news on their official X account (formerly Twitter), revealing the English title as "The Furious Princess Decided to Take Revenge." The first volume cover is shown below.

A Livid Lady’s Guide to Getting Even: How I Crushed My Homeland with My Mighty Grimoires is a Japanese light novel by Metabo Hagure, with illustrations by Masami. The series debuted on Shosetsuka ni Naro in 2020, and Hobby Japan began publishing it under the HJ Novels label in 2022, with seven volumes released so far. A manga adaptation by Onooimo also started in 2022 and has reached seven volumes to date.
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Kaiju No. 8 Game Heads to Anime NYC 2025

Kaiju No. 8 fans can look forward to another opportunity to try out the upcoming game adaptation this week at Anime NYC 2025. Developed by Akatsuki Games, the title made its debut at Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles and will now be showcased at the East Coast convention ahead of its official release.
Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME is set to launch globally on August 31 and has already surpassed an impressive 850,000 pre-registrations worldwide. Check out the latest trailer for a sneak peek.
Fans visiting Booth #1907 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center can explore the demo and participate in various activities, such as:
Playable demo stations featuring cinematic kaiju battles and “Ultimate” moves.
Exclusive giveaways, including microfiber cloths and character stickers.
A photo station for creating personalized Japan Defense Force–style ID cards.
An LED video wall displaying trailers and gameplay footage.
Anime NYC is set to take place from August 21 to August 24, offering fans one of the final chances to check out the game before its end-of-month release.
Kaiju No. 8 manga boasts over 18 million copies printed and distributed in Japan, including digital formats, across 15 volumes. The manga concluded last month with Chapter 129. Its anime adaptation debuted in 2024 and has since gained global popularity, with the second season streaming since July 19, 2025.
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AVIOT to Showcase Anime, Gaming, and VTuber-Themed Earbuds at Anime NYC 2025

Japanese audio brand AVIOT, run by Preseed Japan Corporation, is set to join Anime NYC 2025, happening from August 21 to 24 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. They’ll showcase and sell wireless earbuds in collaboration with popular anime, game, and VTuber franchises. Attendees can also try out selected models on-site.

Alongside product demonstrations, AVIOT will showcase life-size panels of hololive English characters from the Advent and Myth generations. For the first time, panels of Shiori Novella, Koseki Bijou, Nerissa Ravencroft, Fuwawa Abyssgard, and Mococo Abyssgard will be featured. Returning this year are panels of Mori Calliope, Takanashi Kiara, Ninomae Ina’nis, Gawr Gura, and Watson Amelia, which were previously displayed at Anime NYC 2024.

The booth will feature exclusive giveaways for the event. Attendees who pre-ordered the AVIOT x hololive English Advent model (TE-V1R-HE2) can claim a limited-edition postcard with new artwork by showing proof of purchase. Similarly, those who buy the Myth collaboration model (TE-V1R-HEN) during the event can receive a postcard set. Both items are available while supplies last.

AVIOT will exhibit at booth #1809 throughout the four-day convention.
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