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Friday, May 31, 2019

Anime News Network - Newsroom Updates: “Highly Anticipated Musicians and Producers Tam & Ryusei to Appear at Anirevo” plus 39 more

Anime News Network - Newsroom Updates: “Highly Anticipated Musicians and Producers Tam & Ryusei to Appear at Anirevo” plus 39 more


Highly Anticipated Musicians and Producers Tam & Ryusei to Appear at Anirevo

Posted: 31 May 2019 08:03 PM PDT

May 31, 2019, Vancouver, BC – Anirevo adds to their growing roster of guests with musicians Tam and Ryusei. ABOUT TAM & RYUSEI Violinist TAM and pianist...

The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart Demo and Release Date

Posted: 31 May 2019 08:01 PM PDT

May 31, 2019 - Fruitbat Factory in cooperation with TOKYOTOON are announcing that "The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart", one of the most...

Mewtwo Suits Up in Power Armor for Movie Tie-in Figure

Posted: 31 May 2019 04:45 PM PDT

Genetics aren't the only thing evolving in the upcoming Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution (Mew Two no Gyakushū Evolution) Pokemon film. The titular Mewtwo...

Golden Kamuy Manga Celebrates 200 Chapters with Beefcake Pen

Posted: 31 May 2019 03:45 PM PDT

As merely an observer of Golden Kamuy discourse, what I've gathered is the show is about nude dudes bathing together, eating squirrel brains, and a Frankenstein-like...

Dr. Stone Artist Boichi's Origin Manga Gets New Chapter

Posted: 31 May 2019 03:30 PM PDT

'You Don't Know Gunma Yet' Manga Ends Serialization

Posted: 31 May 2019 02:30 PM PDT

Manga inspired series of anime shorts in April 2018

Monkey Punch 2nd 'Produced' Collaboration Image is Aquaman

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:45 PM PDT

Lupin III creator Monkey Punch was working on a collaboration with DC Comics before he passed away in April. Earlier this month, the first image was revealed...

Digimon Survive Game's Developer Commentary Video Streamed

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:30 PM PDT

Game launches in West for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC in 2019

Jinrui no Minasama e Survival Adventure Game's Character Video Previews Erina

Posted: 31 May 2019 12:30 PM PDT

PS4, Switch game launches in Japan on June 27

Dragonball Creator Akira Toriyama Knighted by France

Posted: 31 May 2019 12:15 PM PDT

The French government conferred the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) decoration to Dragonball creator...

Disgaea RPG Smartphone App Slated to Return in Fall

Posted: 31 May 2019 11:22 AM PDT

Steven Universe Creator Rebecca Sugar to Provide Intro to U.S. Whisper of the Heart July Screenings

Posted: 31 May 2019 11:15 AM PDT

GKIDS and Fathom Events will screen Whisper of the Heart on July 1 and 2 in select theaters

Lapis x Labyrinth Game's Digital PS4 Version Delayed in Europe (Update)

Posted: 31 May 2019 10:47 AM PDT

Update: NIS America announced on Friday that the digital PS4 version of Lapis x Labyrinth is launching on May 31 in Europe as planned.

Symphogear TV Anime's Season 5 Reveals More Returning Cast

Posted: 31 May 2019 09:00 AM PDT

Series premieres in July with returning cast, staff

Omega Labyrinth Life Game's 1st Promo Video Streamed

Posted: 31 May 2019 08:00 AM PDT

Switch, PS4 game launches in Japan on August 1

Battle Girl High School Smartphone Game Ends Service

Posted: 31 May 2019 06:45 AM PDT

Game launched in 2015, inspired anime in 2017

Yoshiki 6th Annual Solo Summer Concerts Sell Out Immediately, 2019 Ticket Requests Soar Over 260x the Available Seats

Posted: 31 May 2019 06:30 AM PDT

2018 CHARITY AUCTION AT CONCERT RAISED 69 Million YEN ($630,000 U.S.) FOR DISASTER RELIEF, MUSIC EDUCATION AND HUMANITARIAN CAUSES WORLDWIDE YOSHIKI's...

Cop Craft Anime Reveals New Key Visual, 1 More Character Visual

Posted: 31 May 2019 05:00 AM PDT

Series premieres on July 8

Promare Anime Film Previewed in New Promo Video Featuring Ending Theme

Posted: 31 May 2019 03:45 AM PDT

Film opened in Japan on May 24

'BEM' Anime Reveals More Cast Members, Theme Song Artists, Promo Video, July 7 Premiere

Posted: 31 May 2019 03:21 AM PDT

Junichi Suwabe, Sōma Saitō, more join cast

Human Lost Anime Film's Clip Reveals Kenichirou Matsuda, Rikiya Koyama as Cast Members

Posted: 31 May 2019 02:49 AM PDT

3D CG anime film premieres this year

O Maidens in Your Savage Season Anime Reveals More Cast, July 5 Premiere, TV Ad, New Visual

Posted: 31 May 2019 02:32 AM PDT

Jun Fukuyama, Yūya Hirose, Shunsuke Sakuya join cast

Doraemon: Story of Seasons Game's 2nd Promo Video, 2 Ads Streamed

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:59 AM PDT

Game launches for Switch in Japan on June 13, in N. America for Switch/Steam this fall

Sumire Morohoshi Performs Opening Theme for Ascendance of a Bookworm TV Anime

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:48 AM PDT

Mantan Web: series premieres this fall

Japan's Video Game Rankings, May 20-26

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:20 AM PDT

Resident Evil: Origins Collection debuts at #8

Japan's Animation TV Ranking, May 20-26

Posted: 31 May 2019 01:00 AM PDT

Natsuzora's latest episode earns 22.3% rating

Uta no Prince Sama Maji Love Kingdom Film's Trailer Previews Concert Scenes

Posted: 31 May 2019 12:45 AM PDT

Film opens in Japan on June 14, with U.S. opening at a later date

Promare Anime Film Gets New Prequel Anime About Lio as Theatergoer Bonus

Posted: 31 May 2019 12:21 AM PDT

Film opened in Japan on May 24

Live-Action Kingdom Film Earns 5 Billion Yen Gross

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:45 PM PDT

Film has sold 3.7 million tickets since April 19 opening in Japan

Latest Poe Clan Manga Goes on Hiatus, Returns in Spring 2020

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:28 PM PDT

New Poe no Ichizoku: Himitsu no Hanazono manga launched on Tuesday

Funimation Posts Trailer for Nichijou Anime's English Dub

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:09 PM PDT

Dub launches on BD, digitally on July 23

Samurai Shodown Game's Video Highlights Yoshitora

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:04 PM PDT

Fighting game launches for PS4, Xbox One in West in June

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Game's Video Previews Zangetsu Character

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:01 PM PDT

Character will be available as free DLC character after launch

Star ☆ Twinkle Precure Anime Reveals New Heroine

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:52 PM PDT

Sumire Uesaka plays character Cure Cosmo, heroine identity of Mao/Blue Cat

PAX West 2019 Badges Now Available

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:20 PM PDT

Badge Options, New Show Hours Announced SEATTLE, Wash. – May 30, 2019 – Badges for PAX West 2019 are now on sale. Show organizers ReedPOP and Penny Arcade...

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story Mobile Game Launching June 25th in the U.S. and Canada

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:14 PM PDT

From aokiume, Gekidan Inucurry (Doroinu), SHAFT, and more comes a brand new adventure in the world of Madoka Magica! SANTA MONICA, CA (MAY 30, 2019) –...

Viz Media Celebrates the Pop Culture Brand Naruto at Licensing Expo 2019

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:13 PM PDT

VISIT VIZ MEDIA AT LICENSING EXPO BOOTH #R202 VIZ MEDIA CELEBRATES THE ICONIC POP CULTURE BRAND NARUTO AT LICENSING EXPO 2019 20th Anniversary Celebrations...

Konami Cross Media NY Announces Expansion for Yu-Gi-Oh! Collectibles

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:07 PM PDT

A Yu-Gi-Oh! High End Bust Sculpture Among Unique New Collectibles Available This Summer NEW YORK, May 30, 2019 – Yu-Gi-Oh! is expanding in the collectible...

Sega and Escape Room LA Announce Limited-Time 'The Detective: Judgment' Escape Room

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:06 PM PDT

Track Down Clues, Identify Suspects, and Crack the Case in This Limited-Time Judgment-Themed Escape Room New Judgment Combat Trailer Now Live! IRVINE /...

GKids Acquires North American Rights to "The Case of Hana and Alice," "Genius Party," "Genius Party Beyond," and "Summer Days With Coo"

Posted: 30 May 2019 09:59 PM PDT

NEW YORK (May 30, 2019) - GKIDS, the acclaimed producer and distributor of animation for adult and family audiences, announced it has acquired North American...

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Anime News Network - Newsroom Updates: “Kengan Ashura Smartphone Game Launches on June 12” plus 39 more

Anime News Network - Newsroom Updates: “Kengan Ashura Smartphone Game Launches on June 12” plus 39 more


Kengan Ashura Smartphone Game Launches on June 12

Posted: 30 May 2019 04:00 PM PDT

Video previews manga-inspired "muscle training battle RPG"

Anime Fans Pick Which 1st Season Outshone the Sequel

Posted: 30 May 2019 03:45 PM PDT

It's hard to live up to a big hit. Sequels, whether its anime, live-action television, or movies, try to capitalize on the success of their predecessor....

Judgment Game's Video Previews Combat

Posted: 30 May 2019 03:00 PM PDT

PS4 game launches in West on June 25

Bungo Stray Dogs Get Sanrio Mascot Sidekicks

Posted: 30 May 2019 02:45 PM PDT

Sanrio has made multiple anime series cuter with its mascot art style. From Re:ZERO's Betelgeuse to the servants of Fate/Grand Order, anyone can become...

Kaiji Gambling Manga Gets New Live-Action Film in January 2020

Posted: 30 May 2019 02:09 PM PDT

Tōya Satō returns to direct film with Tatsuya Fujiwara reprising title role

Mini-Unit Name Options Announced for Love Live! Games' Nijigasaki Academy Idols

Posted: 30 May 2019 01:34 PM PDT

Also: help title the Love Live magazine and two upcoming anime music videos

Fruits Basket Anime's 2 Episodes Delayed Due to French Open Broadcast

Posted: 30 May 2019 12:42 PM PDT

Episodes 9, 10 postponed while tennis tournament airs in Japan

Magia Record: Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story Game Launches in English on June 25

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:54 AM PDT

English-subtitled videos preview characters

Natsuzora Animator's 1st Solo Exhibition Opens May 30

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:45 AM PDT

23-year-old animator Hitomi Kariya will hold her first ever exhibition from May 30 to August 19 at Sasayuri Cafe in Nishiogikita, Tokyo. Kariya is notable...

Crunchyroll Co-Publishes Grand Summoners Smartphone Game

Posted: 30 May 2019 11:07 AM PDT

Good Smile Company's game collaborates with Goblin Slayer anime from June 6 to July 31

Universal Studios Japan Unveils 'Godzilla vs Evangelion the Real 4-D' Video

Posted: 30 May 2019 10:45 AM PDT

Godzilla and Unit-01 are currently facing off in a joint attraction at the Universal Studios Japan theme park in Osaka. The attraction started on May 31...

Love Live! Group μ's Reunites for Love Live! Fes in January

Posted: 30 May 2019 09:00 AM PDT

Idol unit held last concerts in March, April 2016

Destiny Connect Game's Trailer Reveals October Debut in West

Posted: 30 May 2019 08:00 AM PDT

Game launches on October 22 in N. America, October 25 in Europe, November 1 in Oceania

GKIDS Licenses The Case of Hana & Alice, Genius Party, Summer Days with Coo Anime

Posted: 30 May 2019 06:52 AM PDT

Films debut on home video in N. America in 2019

Free Comic Book Day 2019 Event a Record-Breaking Success

Posted: 30 May 2019 06:30 AM PDT

*Over 1.35 million fans flock to comic book shops for Free Comic Book Day *Event generates an estimated $4 million in free publicity *Over 92% of retailers...

Konami Unveils Complete Line-up for Contra Anniversary Collection

Posted: 30 May 2019 06:30 AM PDT

EL SEGUNDO, CALIF. – May 29, 2019 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced the final four classic Contra titles that comprise the complete...

Spring is in the Air! XSEED Games Brings Players a Medley Bouquet of Game Announcements and Updates

Posted: 30 May 2019 06:30 AM PDT

Lineup of Six Games Ready to Help Make the Season Blossom for Fans of JRPG, Otome, & Pinball; Updates on Release Timing for Wizardry: Labyrinth of Lost...

Given Boys-Love Anime's Promo Video Previews Haruki

Posted: 30 May 2019 06:10 AM PDT

Series debuts on Noitamina in July

Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Stage Play Reveals Main Visual

Posted: 30 May 2019 04:16 AM PDT

Otoko Juku Gaiden Akashi Gōji Manga Ends

Posted: 30 May 2019 04:02 AM PDT

Spinoff series launched in 2016

Chargeman Ken! Anime Gets Stage Musical Adaptation This Fall

Posted: 30 May 2019 02:52 AM PDT

Musical based on 1974 anime to run in Tokyo

Level 5, Netmarble's Yo-Kai Watch Medal Wars Smartphone Game Launches in Japan in July

Posted: 30 May 2019 02:19 AM PDT

Montreal's Otakuthon Hosts T.M.Revolution as Musical Guest

Posted: 30 May 2019 02:04 AM PDT

Convention takes place on August 16-18

New Sailor Moon Stage Musical Delayed to Summer 2020

Posted: 30 May 2019 12:54 AM PDT

New musical is titled Kaguya-hime no Koibito

Death Stranding Game's Japanese Trailer Features Japanese Voice Overs

Posted: 30 May 2019 12:44 AM PDT

Margaret Qualley, Nicolas Winding Refn join as models; Kazuhiro Yamaji, Houchu Ohtsuka join Japanese dub

Mary Skelter 2 Game's Switch Version Ships in Japan on August 22

Posted: 30 May 2019 12:15 AM PDT

Switch version's opening movie also steamed

Carole & Tuesday Anime Adds 8 Cast Members

Posted: 30 May 2019 12:08 AM PDT

8 new characters debuted in show's 8th episode on Wednesday

London Detective Mysteria Game's PC Release Slated for Summer

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:44 PM PDT

Game shipped on PS Vita in December

Senran Kagura Peach Ball Switch Game Launches on July 9 in N. America

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:43 PM PDT

PC release via Steam also slated for summer

Senran Kagura Reflexions Game Heads to PC on June 24

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:18 PM PDT

Game launched digitally in the West on Switch last September

Wizardry: Labyrinth of Lost Souls Game's PC Release Delayed

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:15 PM PDT

Date a Live: Rio Reincarnation Game's Western Release Delayed to July

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:10 PM PDT

Game releases on July 23 in N. America, Steam; on July 26 in Europe

World Trigger Manga Takes 1-Month Break Due to Author's Recovery from Surgery

Posted: 29 May 2019 11:05 PM PDT

Daisuke Ashihara recovers from complications from recent cholecystectomy; manga resumes in July

Release Date and Day-One-Edition of Root Letter: Last Answer Revealed

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:33 PM PDT

The visual novel bestseller will be out August 30th in EU and September 3rd in NA PQube (London, UK) – May 29th, 2019 – Today, PQube and developer Kadokawa...

Aqours (Love Live!! Sunshine) Shares Live Show Compilation Video Ahead of their Upcoming Concerts in L.A. & Reveals VIP Ticket Surprise

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:28 PM PDT

Tokyo, Japan (May 29th, 2019) - Aqours, the focal idol group from LOVE LIVE! SUNSHINE!!, have shared a video digest of live footage of their songs "Kimino...

T.M.Revolution (Takanori Nishikawa) at Montreal's Otakuthon Festival

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:23 PM PDT

MONTREAL – May 27th, 2019. Otakuthon announces today its newest guest from the Japanese music industry: Takanori Nishikawa (西川貴教) (TMR). This year marks...

Astro Gaming Officially Partners with Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. for Tekken™ World Tour 2019

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:21 PM PDT

ASTRO Gaming to Offer $100,000 in Tournament Purse Support, Product Prizing, ASTRO Path to TEKKEN Masters Online Tournaments, and will be the Exclusive...

Puzzle & Dragons Celebrates Shaman King's 20th Anniversary with Brand New Collab

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:18 PM PDT

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – [May 28, 2019] – GungHo Online Entertainment is celebrating the 20th anniversary of one of the greatest manga series of all time with...

39,000 Gamers, Animation Fans Set New Record at MomoCon 2019

Posted: 29 May 2019 10:09 PM PDT

Ghost in the Shell SAC Director, Suda51, Aksys Games Among Guests ATLANTA – May 28, 2019 – MomoCon 2019 was the most attended in the show's history, with...

Lapis x Labyrinth Game's Launch Trailer Streamed

Posted: 29 May 2019 05:30 PM PDT

Action RPG launched for PS4, Switch in N. America on Tuesday