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Poly Fighter Dev Osama Dorias on Building a Game Two Communities Can Love

Keith Mitchell — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:57:51 +0000

In this exclusive video interview, Keith Mitchell sits down with Osama Dorias of Heartloop Games to talk about Poly Fighter, a unique single-player experience that blends traditional fighting game mechanics with roguelike progression. During the conversation, we dive into how Poly Fighter came to life, the challenges of merging two passionate communities, and how players [...]

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TOKYOPOP Announces They Are Going Public

Josh Piedra — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:53:52 +0000

Today, TOKYOPOP announced that they are going public by offering investors a chance to become part of their TOKYOPOP Owners Club. The announcement came from TOKYOPOP Founder & CEO, Stu Levy, who penned a letter to the community on the precipice of the company’s 30th anniversary. The full letter can be found below: Dear TOKYOPOP [...]

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Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2 Receives Opening PV

Josh Piedra — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:48:03 +0000

Today, Bandai Namco Filmworks offered a glimpse into the magical world of Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2 with a new opening PV and comments from key staff members, including Chief Director Tatsuya Yoshihara. The PV for Season 2 has been unveiled ahead of the premiere and is packed with thrilling action scenes featuring Will [...]

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Ichijyoma Mankitsu Gurashi! Anime Receives International Streaming

Josh Piedra — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:44:36 +0000

REMOW Co., LTD. shared today that the charming slice-of-life comedy anime Ichijyoma Mankitsu Gurashi! will premiere overseas with episode 1 on April 12 on the following platforms: Rakuten VIKI, Ocean Veil, It’s Anime (YouTube), and ADN. Availability varies by territory. Further episodes will be available on Rakuten VIKI, Ocean Veil, and ADN shortly after Japanese broadcast, with [...]

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NieR:Automata Replica Set Featuring 2B’s Sword Opens Pre-Orders

Josh Piedra — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:40:48 +0000

Hibino Corporation today announced that U.S. orders will open on April 10, 2026, for the “Virtuous Contract” Complete Set (SMT-A1C-A), a 1/1 scale replica of 2B’s sword from NieR:Automata, developed under the supervision of Square Enix. NieR:Automata has sold more than 10 million units worldwide. The Complete Set combines the full-scale interactive sword “Virtuous Contract” [...]

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Honkai Star Rail Version 4.2 Arrives April 22nd

Scott Adams — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:40:47 +0000

Global interactive entertainment brand HoYoverse announced today that Honkai: Star Rail’s new Version 4.2, “So Laughed the Masses,” will officially launch on April 22. With the rewards of Phantasmoon Games receiving a massive escalation, more eyes across the universe will converge on Planarcadia, and the intensity of the competition will greatly increase. Embrace the new [...]

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Phantom Blade Zero Dev Reaffirms No AI Use as Game Enters Final Stretch

Keith Mitchell — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:56:13 +0000

S-Game has been quiet for a while it’s been working on its upcoming title, Phantom Blade Zero, especially after the early previews and hands-on impressions, including my hands-on with an updated build of Phantom Blade Zero at CES 2026. Now, we finally have an update, and it’s not just about development, it’s about where the [...]

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Star-Studded Cast Joins MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

Scott Adams — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:00:30 +0000

Today, in an all-new “Meet The Cast” Trailer, Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios are unveiling the curtain on the main cast of characters in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. Hear directly from the talent who brought these eclectic characters to life, starring Troy Baker as Jack Pepper, Florian Clare as Wanda Fuller, Camryn Grimes as Tammy [...]

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Nintendo Dispatch Podcast Episode 4 – The Divisive Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Scott Adams — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:17 +0000

In this episode, William and Scott talk about Pokémon Champions, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Viewers of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie are divided on whether they like it or not. Where do Will and Scott fit on this divider? Hosts Scott Adams William Kok Topics Pokémon Champions: Pros and Cons [...]

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The Weeknd Joins 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

Josh Piedra — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:02:34 +0000

Crunchyroll has unveiled news that cannot wait until Friday to announce – global icon and long-time anime fan The Weeknd will appear at the landmark tenth iteration Crunchyroll Anime Awards taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan. The GRAMMY-winning artist known for weaving anime influences into his work will present the evening’s [...]

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Kakao Entertainment’s Global Band hrtz.wav Debut EP The First Wave

Josh Piedra — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:01:10 +0000

Kakao Entertainment’s global band hrtz.wav officially debuted with the EP “The First Wave” on April 8, aiming to spark a new wave in the music scene. hrtz.wav consists of five winners from the global band-making project “Steal Heart Club” –Keiten (guitar,) Hagiwa (drum,) Dane (bass,) Riaan (vocals,) and Youn Young-jun (keyboard). It is a multinational band composed of [...]

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Exclusive Interview: Rising Artist Mulasaki Ima Talks “Mental Rental” and Her New York Journey

William "Shadowz" Kok — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:39 +0000

We recently spoke with rising artist Mulasaki Ima, and what started as a simple interview quickly turned into a deeper look at her music, her mindset, and what’s driving her right now. From “Mental Rental” to her connection with New York, there’s more going on here than you might expect. We also want to give [...]

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PlayStation Price Hike, Marathon Backlash, Super Mario Galaxy Movie Impressions | Spectator Mode Podcast

Keith Mitchell — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:20:38 +0000

Welcome back to the Spectator Mode Podcast. In this episode, we get into the buzz around the amazing Super Mario Galaxy movie, the growing frustration surrounding Marathon, and why gaming is starting to feel more expensive than ever as Nintendo and PlayStation raise prices. There’s a lot to unpack here, and honestly, it feels like [...]

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Valor Mortis Reappears With New Gameplay and a Fall 2026 Release Window

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:00:59 +0000

During the Triple-I Initiative Showcase on April 9, 2026, a title I’ve been keeping a close eye on, Valor Mortis, finally reappeared with something meaningful. Not only did we get a fresh look at the game, but the long-awaited release window was also confirmed. Valor Mortis, from One More Level, the team behind the fast-paced [...]

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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Gameplay Reveal Shows a Much More Ambitious Direction

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:15:19 +0000

After months of silence, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has finally resurfaced, and this time it came with far more than just a quick tease. During the recent Triple-i Initiative Showcase, Konami, Motion Twin and Evil Empire pulled back the curtain with new gameplay and a deeper look at what this revival is shaping up to be, [...]

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Bungie Ends Its Marathon Duo Queue Experiment, But Teases Its Return in Season 2

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:43:35 +0000

Sometimes, it’s the features that feel obvious that take the longest to arrive. In the case of Marathon, Bungie’s long-requested Duo queues are finally taking shape, but not without a bit of experimentation first. Instead of rolling it out as a fully supported feature from day one, the studio has spent weeks testing and refining [...]

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This Ed Fries Podcast Interview on Today’s Gaming Industry Feels Different

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:30:24 +0000

Recently, The Expansion Pass Podcast (formerly known as The Xbox Expansion Pass) sat down with Ed Fries, and what came out of that conversation is something a lot of players probably aren’t fully ready to process. If you’re not familiar, Fries was instrumental in launching the original Xbox, helped bring Bungie into Microsoft, and served [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Otaku ni Yasashii Gal wa Inai!?

Josh Piedra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:21:05 +0000

What are the odds that two manga about an otaku bonding with a popular girl and her energetic best friend would get an anime adaptation AND air in the same season!? Well, it happened because, in addition to the 2nd Prettiest Girl in My Class, we have Otaku ni Yasashii Gal wa Inai!? (Gals Can’t [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Class de 2 banme ni Kawaii Onnanoko to Tomodachi ni Natta

Josh Piedra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:19:27 +0000

Romance/Rom-Coms are my favorite genre, and anime and manga. When I had the pleasure of reviewing the Class de 2 banme ni Kawaii Onnanoko to Tomodachi ni Natta (I Became Friends with the 2nd Prettiest Girl in My Class) manga, I instantly fell in love with it. That must mean that I’m automatically giving this [...]

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007 First Light Delayed For Nintendo Switch 2

Jordan Andow — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:47:14 +0000

Today has been a busy day for James Bond over at IO Interactive. Not only did we get the announce of a limited edition PS5 controller for 007 First Light, but we unfortunate got some bad news as well. If you’re hoping to play the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light it turns out [...]

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Samson’s Rough Launch Forces Devs To Act Fast With Massive Patch

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:44:56 +0000

Samson: A Tyndalston Story has officially launched on PC, but instead of a smooth debut, the game has arrived with mixed reactions driven by performance issues, bugs, and technical problems. It’s not that the game lacks potential, it’s that it clearly needed more development time. We even admitted in our Samson review that the game [...]

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Forza Horizon 6 Previews Are In And Here’s What Everyone Is Saying So Far

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:48:21 +0000

While we weren’t invited to get some hands-on for Forza Horizon 6, plenty of other outlets and creators did and recently released a number of previews. So, instead of being sad that we missed out, I went through and checked out all the previews, watched the gameplay, and pulled everything together in one place. If [...]

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007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense Controller Announced, Pre-Orders Start April 17

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:17:07 +0000

PlayStation has officially revealed the 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense controller for PS5 and PC, set to launch alongside the game on May 27, 2026. This special-edition DualSense leans fully into classic James Bond flair, featuring a sharp gold-and-black color scheme with the iconic 007 logo placed front and center on the touchpad. The [...]

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Despite Strong Reception, The First Berserker: Khazan Falls Short as Nexon Restructures Team

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:34:22 +0000

Sadly, it’s been reported via South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency that Neople was not too pleased with the performance of their Soulslike title, The First Berserker: Khazan. As a result, the companies have begun restructuring the game’s development team following underwhelming sales. Khazan launched globally in March 2025 and at one point reached nearly 30,000 [...]

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Marathon Review: Incredible Gunplay Can’t Save Its Frustrating Progression

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:12:56 +0000

Marathon is the first non-Destiny game to release from renowned developers Bungie in over a decade. This PvPvE first-person extraction shooter isn’t a completely new IP because the first Marathon released in 1994, however this latest entry isn’t a sequel either it’s more like a reinvention of the franchise. So, how does this new Marathon [...]

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Samson Review – Impactful Combat And A Tight Focus Help It Shine

Jordan Andow — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:38 +0000

Samson: A Tyndalston Story had my attention immediately. Not just because it’s a new open-world game, but because it comes from Liquid Swords, the studio founded by Christofer Sundberg, the creator of Just Cause and former founder of Avalanche Studios. That kind of pedigree sets expectations high, especially when Liquid Swords is positioning Samson as [...]

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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tears of the Azure Sea Receives Dub Trailer

Josh Piedra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:04:07 +0000

Crunchyroll has unveiled the English dub trailer, along with the cast, for the upcoming That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tears of the Azure Sea movie. English dub cast: Allegra Clark as Yura Ryan Reynolds as Gobta Brittney Karbowski as Rimuru Tempest Christopher Corey Smith as Zodon Yuri Lowenthal as Djeese Michelle Rojas [...]

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WEBTOON Details New March Series on Its Platform

Josh Piedra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:00:53 +0000

WEBTOON launched several new series in March. These launches include the WEBTOON Original Tribute to Youth, the newest series from Edith Creator Swansgarden, as well as Captain Juuter’s (Nomads) new Original series The Royal Tea. Fans of Disney’s Pixie Hollow can also read Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft on WEBTOON as a manga series, marking the first-ever [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu

Josh Piedra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:53:42 +0000

I’m always up for a good comedy, and when you throw an otaku into the mix, you have my interest. That is what you get with Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu, with a little bit of a twist. Every comedy needs a good hook to reel someone in, but can this do enough to do just that? Let’s [...]

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Raccoin Review – The Next Cult Hit After Balatro?

James Clarkson — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:47:45 +0000

In a world where Balatro won several Game of the Year awards, Raccoin in my opinion is right there side by side with them. Raccoin is an amazingly fun Coin Pushing Machine game, with lots of twist, turns and a massive amount of power ups that will keep you smiling and addicted. Game Name: Raccoin [...]

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Starfield (2026) Review – How It Feels on PS5 After Years of Updates

Jordan Andow — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:15:54 +0000

I originally played and reviewed Starfield upon its initial release in 2023 on the Xbox Series X, and It was a game that I very much enjoyed, despite some noticeable flaws. Now, two and a half years later, Starfield is about to make the jump over to the PlayStation 5 for the first time alongside [...]

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Famitsu Interview Gives New Information On Neptunia Unlimited

Scott Adams — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:01:43 +0000

It has been a long time since Neptunia has gotten a new mainline title. News of a new mainline title finalized on the series anniversary with a trailer for Hyperdimension Neptunia Unlimited. I already went over what I was expecting out of a new Neptunia game based on the previous titles, Neptunia: Sister vs Sister [...]

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Street Fighter VI Daigo vs Menard Will Clash in a First To 10 Event

Kevin Kelly — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:49:40 +0000

Daigo Umehara and MenaRD, two of the greatest players in fighting game history, are about to set things off in a FT10 (First To 10 set) event this month. The old guard versus the new hotness is coming whether we’re prepared for it or not. MenaRD had challenged Daigo last year in a tweet, hoping [...]

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People Of Note Review – A Rhythm RPG That Tries Something Different

Scott Adams — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:20 +0000

People of Note tries to do something different by blending rhythm mechanics with RPG combat, and when it works, it’s genuinely compelling. The problem is that it doesn’t always come together, with inconsistent timing and pacing issues holding it back. Still, there’s enough here to make it worth paying attention to, especially if you’re looking [...]

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MONSTA X Returns to Good Morning America After 6 years

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:20:53 +0000

K-pop powerhouse MONSTA X is expanding its global footprints across TV and major media outlets. The group appeared on ABC’s flagship show “Good Morning America” (GMA) on April 6 (U.S. time), marking their first visit in about six years. In celebration of their third English-language album “Unfold,” MONSTA X staged a riveting live performance and shared their excitement [...]

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KILL BLUE Anime Premieres April 11 Across Seven North American Streaming Platforms

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:19:04 +0000

Today, DMM confirmed that KILL BLUE, the highly anticipated anime based on Tadatoshi Fujimaki’s Shonen Jump manga, will premiere globally on April 11, including across seven streaming platforms in North America, giving audiences unprecedented freedom to watch the series wherever they prefer. The series will be available on Netflix, Crunchyroll, Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, Plex, the It’s [...]

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Manga Mavericks Books Announces New Manga Licenses at Anime Boston 2026

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:15:14 +0000

Manga Mavericks Books, a manga publisher serving the North American market from Manga Mavericks LLC, announced 2 newly licensed titles during its panel at Anime Boston that will be added to its catalog in Q4 2026 and Q1 2027. The latest releases include the girls’ love school drama series ONI & DAWN: BAKUMATSU HIGH SCHOOL [...]

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ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Debut DR. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE OP Theme SKINS

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:11:26 +0000

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION is celebrating their 30th anniversary this year and preparing for their commemorative concert, 30th Anniversary Special Concert “Thirty Revolutions”, taking place on Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5 in Tokyo. Their brand-new track “Skins”, the opening theme for the final season Part 3 of the TV anime Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, which began [...]

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Fans React to MARRIAGETOXIN Debut at Sakura-Con

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:09:27 +0000

At Sakura-Con 2026, The MARRIAGETOXIN Project not only took fans behind the scenes of the series, but also provided an exclusive screening of the first episode of the anime. Bandai Namco Filmworks hosted the “MARRIAGETOXIN Panel – Battle for Marriage!,” the “MARRIAGETOXIN Episode Screening Panel –Road to the Best Marriage!,” and the “Bandai Namco Filmworks [...]

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Tickets Are on Sale for That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond

Josh Piedra — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:05:01 +0000

Tickets are now on sale for a special theatrical experience, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond, which comes to select theatres for one-day-only on Monday, April 20 at 7PM (local time) in the U.S. and Canada as a part of Crunchyroll’s monthly Anime Nights theatrical program. Audiences will also be treated to an exclusive special [...]

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Starfield Anthology Returns With New Terran Armada Episode

Jordan Andow — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:37:17 +0000

Before the launch of Starfield’s Terran Armada DLC on April 7th, 2026. Bethesda has decided to give fans something of a prequel to this DLC in the form of a new Starfield Animated Anthology episode. This latest episode reportedly leads directly into the events of the Terran Armada DLC. You can see the episode for yourself [...]

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The Asus ROG Xbox Ally Sees a Price Drop, But Is It Permanent or Just a Sale?

Keith Mitchell — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:24:54 +0000

While we’re all used to seeing just about everything in gaming get more expensive, it’s a rare sight when something actually goes the other way and gets cheaper. And that’s what we’re seeing right now with the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, the less powerful Xbox-branded handheld gaming PC currently on the market. Normally priced at [...]

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Guilty Gear Strive Version 2.00 Update Is Skipping The Nintendo Switch

Keith Mitchell — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:28:01 +0000

During the recent Arc World Tour Finals 2026, Arc System Works revealed it was working on a massive update for its ongoing fighting game, Guilty Gear Strive. This update, titled Version 2.00, is set to significantly overhaul the game with balance adjustments, gameplay tweaks, and more. Now, the full patch notes have been released, giving [...]

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Shizuku Swings Into HunterxHunter: NenxImpact

Kevin Kelly — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:09:07 +0000

Looks like all new tag fighting games aren’t taking a backseat this year. With Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls releasing soon, and Dragonball FighterZ getting new balance changes on the Arc Systems Works front, another title from them is also getting another DLC. Shizuku has entered the fray in HunterXHunter: NenXimpact as a DLC character. The Phantom [...]

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Crunchyroll x Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez Are Set to Launch an Anime-Inspired Fashion Collection

Josh Piedra — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:00:17 +0000

Crunchyroll, the global anime brand fueling fandom, has partnered with Manchester United and Argentina International soccer star and anime superfan Lisandro Martinez to launch a limited-edition capsule collection that strikes a tailor-made match-up between soccer and anime, two of the most passionate fanbases across the globe. This merch collection is inspired by Lisandro himself and his roots playing for [...]

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Akali Joins the 2XKO Roster in April

Kevin Kelly — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:41:15 +0000

Akali will be coming to 2XKO this month. The ninja assassin is coming through to the 2XKO champion roster. While she’s one of the fastest, she has the least health. Luckily, Akali’s got some teleports to use in order to get closer to the opponent. Akali is about that mix-up game and a high mobility [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Akane-banashi

Josh Piedra — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:57:49 +0000

I had no intention of watching Akane-banashi as my plate for this season was already full; however, I saw that it was getting very high praise online, and someone in my Discord ranted about it, so I caved and gave it a watch. Typically, shows like this I tend to avoid, so did a last-minute [...]

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Anime First Reaction – NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE

Josh Piedra — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:30:19 +0000

Streaming culture and parasocial relationships each have their sides to them, and NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE looks to expose it all and then some. It’s an interesting concept about the world of streaming and how popularity is everything in it. In today’s modern age, it’s almost as if this show was perfectly timed, but can it [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Yomi no Tsugai

Josh Piedra — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:28:34 +0000

Hiromu Arakawa is one of the legendary mangakas of our time. If you don’t know, she did Fullmetal Alchemist, Silver Spoon, and The Heroic Legend of Arslan… all of which received anime adaptations. Now, her latest series has been no different. This is Yomi no Tsugai (Daemons of the Shadow Realm). Enough of the intro… [...]

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Yen Press Announces Eight New Licenses for Fall 2026

Josh Piedra — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:25:40 +0000

At Sakura-Con 2026, Yen Press, LLC announced eight new title acquisitions with exciting continuations from beloved series, new releases from beloved mangaka, and more. Releasing in October 2026, the debut list of eight manga includes Fate Rewinder: All Great Feats Require Time; Fate/Prototype: Fragments of Sky Silver; The Dragon School Is Atop the Mountain; In Such a Small World; Elden [...]

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Ize Press Unveils Four New Webcomic Print Editions at Sakura-Con 2026

Josh Piedra — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:18:52 +0000

Ize Press, the Korean-content imprint of Yen Press, announced the acquisition and upcoming print publication of four internationally popular webcomic series at the anime convention Sakura-Con: Special Civil Servant, On the Way to Meet Mom, Reunion, and Merry Marbling. The English print editions of all four titles will release beginning in late 2026. Special Civil Servant Art by ch [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game

Josh Piedra — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:03:32 +0000

Romance? Time Travel? Two of my favorite genres mashed together? Of course, I’m going to be there! That’s what you get when it comes to Haibara-kun no Tsuyokute Seishun New Game (Haibara’s Teenage New Game+). Of course, time travel is a very tricky thing to get right, but something tells me that this isn’t going [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Kirio Fanclub

Josh Piedra — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:01:39 +0000

What if you were so engrossed with someone that you spent every waking moment of your life thinking about them, but then took it to a whole new level and did that with a friend who equally adored the same person? That is the premise for Kirio Fanclub, which means we are bound to get [...]

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The Cast of MARRIAGETOXIN Discusses the Series at AnimeJapan

Josh Piedra — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:59:36 +0000

On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the pre-air special stage for the MARRIAGETOXIN anime was held at Anime Japan 2026 Tokyo, Japan. The stage featured seven of the star-studded cast members, including Haruki Ishiya, voice of Hikaru Gero, Shion Wakayama, voice of Mei Kinosaki, as well as Anna Nagase, Asaki Yuikawa, Soma Saito, Hinano Shirahama, and Simba Tsuchiya. [...]

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Crunchyroll to Stream Daemons of the Shadow Realm with Dubs Starting April 4

Josh Piedra — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:54:45 +0000

Crunchyroll, the global anime brand, announced today that Daemons of the Shadow Realm, the highly anticipated anime adaptation from Fullmetal Alchemist creator Hiromu Arakawa, will stream worldwide excluding Asia beginning April 4. New episodes will premiere weekly every Saturday on Crunchyroll. Release schedule subject to change. The English voice cast for Daemons of the Shadow Realm [...]

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Lenovo Legion GO 2 Price Hike Puts Handheld Out of Reach for Many

Keith Mitchell — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:18:35 +0000

While browsing Best Buy’s website to see if it had finally raised the prices of the PlayStation 5, which it hasn’t as of yet, I stumbled upon something else. The Lenovo Legion Go 2, a massive handheld device and one of my personal favorites, has received a price increase on both models. The Lenovo Legion [...]

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Ingrid Joins The Street Fighter VI Roster In This Rather Intestering Trailer

Kevin Kelly — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:28:43 +0000

One of the Street Fighter enigmas has been shown in the Street Fighter VI renders. Capcom revealed Ingrid’s model in her reveal trailer. According to Street Fighter lore, Ingrid is responsible for the creation of even Psycho Power itself – the very thing that powered tyrant M. Bison. or so they say. Why Ingrid is jumping into [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Reincarnation no Kaben

Josh Piedra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:02:08 +0000

Loli Hitler That’s why I picked this show up. Admit it. You heard about it and added it to your To Watch list, too, didn’t you? Surely, there has to be more to this show than the reincarnation of one of the evilest dictators in human history, right? Thankfully, there is more to it than [...]

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Anime First Reaction – Koori no Jouheki

Josh Piedra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:59:46 +0000

While slice-of-life is one of my favorite genres, I typically stick to romance, but once in a while, I’m in the mood for a good drama, and that’s where Koori no Jouheki (The Ramparts of Ice) comes into play. The synopsis reads like a glimpse into the lives of four high school students, and so, [...]

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2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards Unveils Nominees and Presenters

Josh Piedra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:06:28 +0000

Crunchyroll has revealed the nominees for the landmark tenth iteration of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards—the largest global celebration of excellence in Japanese animation. Fans can vote every day starting today through April 15 on the Anime Awards Official Website, Crunchyroll, and, for the first time, MyAnimeList! Voting is easier and in more places than ever before, [...]

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EVANGELION × BEYBLADE X: First-Ever Collaboration Deck Set Available for Pre-order

Josh Piedra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:58:34 +0000

BEENOS Inc. is pleased to announce that the 【BEYBLADE X x EVANGELION】CX-00 Evangelion Deck Set is now available on e-commerce sites officially partnered with Buyee. This product marks the first-ever collaboration between EVANGELION, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in October 2025 and continues to attract an enthusiastic global fanbase, and BEYBLADE X, a gear sport [...]

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New Echoes of Aincrad Story Trailer Has Only Gotten Me Even More Excited To Play The Game

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:39:10 +0000

It wasn’t that long ago that fans of the Sword Art Online manga, anime, and even games got excited when Bandai Namco announced a brand-new Sword Art Online game called Echoes of Aincrad. Today, a brand-new trailer has been released that shows off a bit of the story and introduces several NPCs that you’ll interact [...]

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Cold Symmetry Shows Off New Mortal Shell II Gameplay

Keith Mitchell — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:32:11 +0000

Cold Symmetry, the developer behind Mortal Shell and the upcoming Mortal Shell II, has shown off some gameplay footage of its unapologetic Soulslike title. This is the first time we’ve gotten to see it in action, and there’s a lot to be excited about, especially if you played the first game. Check out the gameplay [...]

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The King of Fighters 98 Joins The SNK World Championship

Kevin Kelly — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:34:57 +0000

The first Dream Match of The King of Fighters series will be added to the SNK World Championship 2026 as an Open Tournament title. SNK Esports announced the move at the Evo Awards 2026 on twitter to bring The King of Fighters ’98 to the show with a $100,000 USD pot. As revealed in @Evo Awards 2026, [...]

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Shinji Mikami’s UNBOUND Studio Acquired By SHIFT UP

Jordan Andow — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:10:41 +0000

It wasn’t too long ago that legendary creator Shinji Mikami revealed his new studio, UNBOUND, which is already hard at work on their first project. Then today it was announced that the studio has been acquired by Korean developer and publisher SHIFT UP, who you might know from their work on Stellar Blade. I’ll be honest: given that today [...]

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The Official Magic: The Gathering Coloring Book Review – A Different Kind of Spellcasting

Alex Swift — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:36:52 +0000

Magic: The Gathering has always asked players to imagine its world. This time it hands you the responsibility… Publisher: Ten Speed Press Artists: Yvonne Gilbert, Tomislav Tomic Licensed by: Wizards of the Coast Genre: Art / Hobby / Collector Piece Release: 4/28/2026 First Impression At a glance, this looks like a novelty release, the kind [...]

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KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Adds Haruichi Izumo

Josh Piedra — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:53:15 +0000

KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME, co-produced by Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G, today announced the release of Main Story Chapter 10: “Aptitude Test.” This latest chapter shifts the spotlight to the Japan Defense Force’s rising stars as they compete for the top spot for the new anti-Dimensional Kaiju CLOZER suit. The update marks the [...]

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Pre-Ordering Opens for Boys’ Love Titles HEAVEN in the HELL and Marking Omega

Josh Piedra — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:48:12 +0000

futekiya is happy to announce the print releases of HEAVEN in the HELL by mushiba, and Marking Omega volume 1 and volume 2 by Ruri Fujikawa in English. The new print editions are now open for pre-order via Kinokuniya USA’s online store, and will be available for early-bird sale exclusively at Anime Boston 2026 and Seattle’s Sakura-Con 2026 from [...]

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MyAnimeList Unveils 78 Fan-Selected Titles in “You Should Read This Manga 2026”

Josh Piedra — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:45:35 +0000

MyAnimeList has unveiled the final lineup for the fourth annual “You Should Read This Manga 2026,” a fan-driven manga recommendation project designed to spotlight standout titles and help readers discover what to read next. This year’s selection was curated from 12,333 nominations submitted by 2,927 users, spanning 1,077 distinct manga titles. The final lineup features 78 unique manga titles selected across four discovery [...]

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Oops All Michael Myers! Halloween Breaks Guinness World Record at PAX East

Andrew Agress — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:12:52 +0000

Who would you rather fight, one kaiju-sized Michael Myers or 254 regular-sized Michael Myers? This past weekend, one of these entities manifested. At PAX East, Halloween broke the Guinness World Record for the “largest gathering of people dressed as Michael Myers.” The gathering came about after a panel celebrating the upcoming asymmetrical stealth horror game based on [...]

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Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 215 – Epic Games Drama, PS5 Price Problems & Xbox Shifts Strategy

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:59:50 +0000

In Episode 215 of Spectator Mode Podcast, we get into a rough week for the gaming industry, starting with Epic Games and how former employees were handled, and why that situation doesn’t sit right. We also break down the recent PS5 price changes and why this trend could be bad news for gamers long-term, along [...]

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Housemarque’s Saros Goes Gold Ahead of April Launch

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:18:28 +0000

If you’ve been looking forward to Housemarque’s upcoming title, Saros, well you in luck as the game has gone gold. The news was shared via the studio’s official social media account, confirming that development is complete and the game is ready for release. Gone Gold Pre-order SAROS now! #PS5 #notAprilFools pic.twitter.com/2mK09YMpLR — Housemarque (@Housemarque) April [...]

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Crimson Desert Hits 4 Million Copies Sold Just One Week After Passing 3 Million

Keith Mitchell — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:56:10 +0000

It was just seven days ago that we reported Crimson Desert had surpassed 3 million copies sold, and now the game is back in the headlines after hitting the 4 million mark. This latest milestone was shared directly via the game’s official Twitter account. CrimsonDesert has sold through 4 million copies worldwide. Thank you to [...]

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WWE 2K26 Update Adds Major Progression Changes Ahead of WrestleMania 42

James Clarkson — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:54:30 +0000

With WrestleMania 42 just around the corner, there’s been a bunch of new updates for WWE 2K26 that are worth talking about. As we head into WrestleMania season, it’s hard not to think about all the Superstars, Legends, and classic moments that made it what it is today. WWE 2K26 is leaning into that, giving [...]

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Capcom’s 3rd Person Puzzle Shooter Pragmata Has Gone Gold

Keith Mitchell — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:22:19 +0000

After years of anticipation, delays, and plenty of curiosity surrounding its unique gameplay, Pragmata has officially hit a major milestone. This update comes directly from Capcom’s official development team account, which confirmed that the upcoming third-person shooter with puzzle elements has gone gold. The announcement was shared via Capcom’s Dev 1 account on X (https://x.com/dev1_official), [...]

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Hands-on With NIS America’s Disgaea Mayhem Action RPG At PAX East 2026

Keith Mitchell — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:21:27 +0000

During PAX East 2026, we made our way to the NIS America booth and were able to get some hands-on time with its upcoming title, Disgaea Mayhem. While fans of the long-running series are used to its deep, turn-based tactical RPG gameplay, this entry takes things in a very different direction. Instead of sticking to [...]

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Eidos-Montreal Hit With More Layoffs, Studio Head Also Departing

Keith Mitchell — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:55:00 +0000

You know, we’ve covered a number of game companies either laying off employees or seemingly dropping off the face of the earth, and sadly, today is another one of those days. Over on Linkedin, Eidos-Montreal has announced a reduction in its workforce, impacting 124 employees across both production and support teams. Alongside this news, Head [...]

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Wings of Starlight Debuts as a Manga Series on WEBTOON

Josh Piedra — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:10:42 +0000

Fans of fantasy and romantasy have a new way to return to Pixie Hollow. Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft is now live on WEBTOON as a manga series, marking the first-ever visual adaptation of the bestselling prequel novel set in the world of Tinker Bell. The adaptation brings Saft’s emotional storytelling and richly imagined magic to life [...]

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A-Rank Party Anime Receives Video Game Adaptation

Josh Piedra — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:07:19 +0000

Com2uS announced that it is developing a new game based on the popular Japanese anime “I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths!” (hereinafter A-Rank Party). Com2uS has signed a licensing agreement with Kodansha, the IP rights holder, to develop and globally publish the game based on the A-Rank [...]

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KENSHI YONEZU Releases Vinyl for IRIS OUT / JANE DOE

Josh Piedra — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:03:50 +0000

At the intersection of global streaming dominance and theatrical blockbuster success, KENSHI YONEZU releases “IRIS OUT / JANE DOE” on import vinyl today, capturing a landmark cultural moment driven by the worldwide impact of CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC. The collection unites “IRIS OUT,” the official theme for the film; “JANE DOE,” a duet written and composed by Yonezu [...]

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Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke to Begin Airing in April

Josh Piedra — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:19 +0000

Ascendance of a Bookworm will begin airing its fourth TV anime season, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke in April 2026. The new season will feature even more delicate and beautiful visuals by a completely new staff from WIT STUDIO, the studio behind massive hits such as Attack on Titan and SPYxFAMILY. [...]

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Xbox Confirms Date For Xbox Games Showcase, Gears Of War E-Day Direct and More

Jordan Andow — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:39:12 +0000

Across their various social media accounts today, Xbox have confirmed the date for their yearly Xbox Games Showcase. Once again taking place on first Sunday in June, that being June 7th, 2026 at 10am PT/1pm ET. It will be followed immediately by a deep-dive into the return of one of Xbox’s most legendary franchises in [...]

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Video Game Announced For Anime Adaptation “I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths!”

Scott Adams — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:53:08 +0000

Com2uS (CEO Jae-kwan Nam) announced that it is developing a new game based on the popular Japanese anime “I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths!” (hereinafter A-Rank Party). Com2uS has signed a licensing agreement with Kodansha, the IP rights holder, to develop and globally publish the game based [...]

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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Details Revealed, Release Date This July 2026

Kevin Kelly — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:55:36 +0000

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game released a new trailer for the game as well as a solid release date at the Evo Awards last night. The title is expected to still keep the summer release date yet also has revealed the pricing model. The game will be using Rollback Netcode and crossplay for online play, [...]

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Light Novel Series From Ashe Launches 17th Volume

Josh Piedra — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:34 +0000

The seventeenth installment of the slice-of-life drama light novel series, From Ashe, is here from Meteora Press! From Ashe Vol. 17 Synopsis: Things have reached a fever pitch between Ashe and her new editor, Hayden. To say that they mix like oil and water would be an understatement; however, Ashe isn’t about to let his [...]

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Darwin’s Paradox! Review – A Charming but Short Octopus Adventure

James Clarkson — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:01:42 +0000

In an industry overflowing with familiar formulas and recycled ideas, Darwin’s Paradox! dares to ask a simple but intriguing question: what happens when evolution itself becomes the battleground? Blending fast-paced action with a cleverly twisted concept, the game throws players into a world where survival isn’t just about strength, but adaptation. From its opening moments, [...]

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Conquest Ascends Into Invincible VS, Two DLC Characters Revealed

Kevin Kelly — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:53:55 +0000

Quarter Up revealed the next roster add for Invincible VS in the form of Conquest. The heavy-hitting character might be the last character to be revealed for the game and from his appearance in the show, a possible final boss. Lore wise, he’s one of the strongest and feared Viltrumite in the Invincible comic, tv show [...]

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Manga Review: My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lvl999 Vol. 6

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:09:09 +0000

Title: My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lvl999 Vol. 6 Author: Mashiro Publisher: Inklore Language: English Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Genre: Slice-of-Life, Romance Publication Date: March 24, 2026 The Story We pick up where we left off, with the confrontation between Ren, Akane, Eita, Yamada, and others. Eita stepped in and broke things up, allowing [...]

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Manga Review: My Cute Cousin Always Gets Her Way Vol. 2

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:05:49 +0000

Title: My Cute Cousin Always Gets Her Way Vol. 2 Author: Inuchiku Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment Language: English Format: Paperback Pages: 170 Genre: Slice-of-Life, Comedy Publication Date: March 17, 2026 The Story We open up with the news that Nozomu is going to be spending a lot more time with Sou and her family because [...]

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BAKI-DOU Returns to Netflix with Part 2

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:02:04 +0000

BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai, based on the manga by Keisuke Itagaki, is officially continuing with Part 2 and set to stream exclusively worldwide on Netflix. The news was announced during the series’ special stage at AnimeJapan 2026, alongside the debut of a new teaser trailer and key visual. Part 2 dives deeper into the clash [...]

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Yasuhiro Nightow Shares Final Message for TRIGUN STARGAZE Season Finale

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:59:04 +0000

Orange’s TRIGUN STARGAZE, the sequel and final phase of TRIGUN STAMPEDE, concludes the studio’s reimagining of Yasuhiro Nightow’s classic Trigun manga. Before the season finale premieres this Saturday, March 28 on Crunchyroll, Nightow would like to share one last message with fans: “TRIGUN STARGAZE has been a grand challenge—to see just how brilliantly, how far, and how powerfully the new [...]

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Shiro SAGISU Announces Two New Albums and Launches Official YouTube Channel

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:55:40 +0000

Shiro SAGISU, a composer, arranger, music producer, and conductor known for his work on titles such as Evangelion, Bleach, Shin Godzilla, and Shin Ultraman, released two albums simultaneously on March 25, 2026, as part of his new THE WHITE ALBUM series: THE WHITE ALBUM 1 EVANGELION 30TH ANNIVERSARY and THE WHITE ALBUM 2 EVANGELION 30TH ANNIVERSARY. Led by SAGISU [...]

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Crunchyroll Acquires Sentenced To Be A Hero Season 2 Following AnimeJapan Announcement

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:53:29 +0000

Crunchyroll announced today the acquisition of Sentenced to Be a Hero Season 2, following the official Season 2 production announcement revealed during AnimeJapan 2026. The dark fantasy series, which quickly emerged as a standout among Winter 2026’s dark fantasy lineup, will return for a second season streaming only on Crunchyroll. Additional details regarding release timing [...]

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VTuber Unit BY THE BEAT Announces Original Song ‘Double Vision’

Josh Piedra — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:51:29 +0000

UNIVERSAL MUSIC LLC and its Japanese-music-focused label Virgin Music announce a partnership with ANYCOLOR Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo-to Minato-ku, President & CEO Riku Tazumi). Together, the two companies will train and produce music for “BY THE BEAT”,a four-member VTuber unit from NIJISANJI EN, the English-speaking branch of ANYCOLOR Inc. As of today, BY THE BEAT embarks [...]

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Crimson Desert Patch 1.01 Drops With a Massive List of Fixes and Improvements

Keith Mitchell — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:27:21 +0000

Pearl Abyss has delivered its first major update for Crimson Desert that has more than a few changes and Quality-of-life updates., with Patch 1.01. Ever since Crimson Desert was resealed (Why do I keep wanting to type Crimson Dawn?), Pearl Abyss has been pumping out constant updates to bring the game closer to its vision. [...]

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Kenshiro From Fist of The North Star Joins The Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves Roster

Kevin Kelly — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:59:37 +0000

With Blue Mary making her return to King of Fighters stage in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, someone else is also stepping in. SNK hinted at the hero back a few months ago, but with just a small clip. Many had speculated that there would be a collaboration of some kind and a signature move to [...]

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Manga Review: OMORI Vol. 1

Josh Piedra — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:19:18 +0000

Title: OMORI Vol. 1 Author: OMOCAT (Author), Nui Konoito (Manga) Publisher: Kodansha Language: English Format: Paperback Pages: 208 Genre: Horror, Supernatural Publication Date: March 17, 2026 The Story A boy named Sunny has become a shut-in after a tragedy occurred four years ago. Depressed, he receives a phone call from his mother stating that they [...]

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Nintendo Dispatch Podcast Episode 3 – Super Mario Galaxy Hype

Scott Adams — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:00:22 +0000

Will and Scott return for this new episode of the Nintendo Dispatch Podcast. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a short week away, and in this episode, the Super Mario Galaxy Direct gets covered. There is also news about the price changes for digital games on Nintendo’s first-party offerings. Hosts Scott Adams William Kok Topics [...]

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GameStop Is Raising PS5 Trade-In Values To Combat Sony’s Price Hike

Keith Mitchell — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 01:41:08 +0000

*Updated 3/28/2026 – I’ve called around to multiple GameStop stores and all of them have said they have no idea where this trade-in increase has come from. So, either they’re misinformed or GameStop is terrible on letting its stores know what’s going on. So, I’d call ahead and ask, since this seems to be yet [...]

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Bluey: Happy Snaps Has No Business Being on My Must-Buy List, Yet Here We Are

Keith Mitchell — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:41:47 +0000

We saw a bunch of great games during the recent Xbox Partner Showcase, several of them that I’ve been looking forward to, and some that I didn’t know about that I really want to play. One of them being Bluey: Happy Snaps. No, I’m being quite serious. Ever since my daughter turned me on to [...]

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