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Crunchyroll Adds Card-Battler Visual Novel Battle Suit Aces to Its Android Vault
Crunchyroll has added the card-battler visual novel Battle Suit Aces to its Android Game Vault for Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers. Developed by Trinket Studios, the game features tactical deckbuilding combat, a space opera narrative structured like a cartoon series, and over 75 fully-voiced characters. The PC version was released in October 2025.
Crunchyroll's Ani-May Offer Gets You 3 Months Of Mega Fan Membership For $3 A Month
Crunchyroll is offering a limited-time "Ani-May" promotion where new users can sign up for three months of its Mega Fan membership for $3 per month. This tier provides ad-free anime streaming, access to the Game Vault, and other benefits. The deal is available until May 25 and includes access to popular titles like Jujutsu Kaisen and Solo Leveling.
BamBam, Young Miko, and more announced for Crunchyroll Anime Awards — MP3s & NPCs
Crunchyroll has announced additional presenters for the upcoming Crunchyroll Anime Awards, including K-pop artists BamBam and TEN, musician Ethan Bortnick, and GRAMMY-nominated artist Young Miko. The ceremony, which celebrates anime and its creators, will be co-hosted by Jon Kabira and Sally Amaki and will air live on YouTube on May 23. Crunchyroll President Rahul Purini highlighted the growth of fan engagement with the awards over the past decade.
Forza Horizon 6 Teams Up With Crunchyroll to Gift Subscribers a Free Car
Forza Horizon 6 is collaborating with Crunchyroll to offer subscribers a free in-game car voucher. This promotional event allows Crunchyroll users to claim a special vehicle within the game.
Crunchyroll Ani-May x Forza Horizon 6: Sign Up to Claim a Free Car Voucher
Crunchyroll and Xbox are collaborating for their Ani-May event, offering players a free car voucher for Forza Horizon 6. Players can sign up to claim this in-game bonus, which is part of a larger promotional event.
Last Volume of Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Appears in English
Viz Media has confirmed that the final volume of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga, volume 30, is now available in English in North America. Multiple cover variants are available through specific retailers like Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, and Kinokuniya, with some offering exclusive stickers and bookmarks. The manga volume is priced at $11.99.
This official Solo Leveling anime PC is stunning and looks almost as overpowered as Sung Jin-woo himself
Starforge Systems has released an official PC collaboration inspired by the Solo Leveling anime series, starting at $2,499.99. The bundle includes a custom PC case and matching accessories like a desk mat and wall art. The PC case alone is available for $299.99, and the company also offers other anime-themed collaborations.
Zoro Tops Every Region’s One Piece World Top 100 2nd Character Poll Weekly Results
Roronoa Zoro has taken the top spot in the latest weekly results for the One Piece World Top 100 2nd character popularity poll across all regions. The poll results, released by Shueisha, show Zoro ahead of other characters, with final results to be announced during One Piece Day '26 events in August 2026. Voting for the global poll remains open until June 11, 2026.
The Anime of Elden Ring Dev's Secret Best Game Hits Japanese Theatres in September
An anime adaptation of FromSoftware's game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will premiere in Japanese theaters on September 4, 2026. The anime will later stream globally on Crunchyroll. The story follows Sekiro, a shinobi tasked with protecting the Divine Heir in a fractured Japan.
Sekiro: No Defeat premieres September 4 in Japan
The anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will premiere in Japan on September 4 for a three-week theatrical run. Kadokawa Corporation, Crunchyroll, Qzil.la, and ARCH announced the premiere and revealed the main visual. The anime will stream globally on Crunchyroll, excluding certain regions.
New Death Note Ryuk Figure May Be More Interested in Noodles Than Apples
FuRyu is releasing a new Noodle Stopper figure featuring Ryuk from Death Note in the first half of May 2026 in Japan. The figure is designed to perch on the edge of shelves or cup noodles and will also be available worldwide through retailers like Amazon and Crunchyroll. Viz Media handles the manga outside Japan, and the anime is available on Crunchyroll.
Crunchyroll Adds KinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat to Its Android Game Vault
Crunchyroll announced that the 2D platformer KinnikuNeko: Super Muscle Cat, developed by Kamotachi, will be released on Android devices on May 31st, 2026. The game, which originally launched on PC in March 2024, features a muscular cat battling an alien invasion with classic platforming gameplay and a retro 90s anime aesthetic.
One Piece World Top 100 2nd Character Poll Midterm Ranking Shared
Shueisha has released the midterm results for the One Piece World Top 100 2nd character popularity poll. Straw Hat Pirates members continue to dominate the top ranks, with Trafalgar Law, Portgas D. Ace, Shanks, and Uta also securing spots in the top 10. Voting for the poll remains open until June 11, 2026, with final results to be revealed in August 2026.
The weirdest anime out right now is also this season's best, and it's not Witch Hat Atelier
MarriageToxin is highlighted as the season's best and weirdest anime, blending action and romance with seamless queer representation. The series, animated by Bones Film and streaming on Crunchyroll, features a unique premise where an assassin uses poison to enhance his abilities while navigating dating and bizarre clan conflicts. Its unconventional storytelling and vibrant animation make it a standout antidote to typical Shōnen fare.
What's Coming To Prime Video In May 2026?
Prime Video is adding a variety of new and returning titles in May 2026, including the new series The Glass House and Off Campus. New seasons of Citadel and Good Omens are also set to premiere, alongside animated shows like Dr. Stone Science Future and Rick and Morty. The month will also see the release of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War and the highly anticipated series Spider-Noir.
One Piece Fest 2026 comes to Los Angeles this August — MP3s & NPCs
Toei Animation will host One Piece Fest, a celebration of the anime series, in Los Angeles on August 25-26, 2026. The event will feature panels, musical performances, and experiences, including an "Elbaph Experience." Tickets will be distributed via a lottery system, with registration closing May 14 and winners notified May 21.
Mappa Makes Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo Anime Video for Final Manga Volume
MAPPA has released a commemorative anime video adaptation for the third and final volume of the Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo manga, which launched on May 1, 2026. The brief trailer offers animated glimpses of key moments and characters from the sequel, which is set nearly 70 years after the original series and features the grandchildren of Yuta Okkotsu and Maki Zen’in.
My Hero Academia special epilogue trailer proves you can have nostalgia for something that ended only a year ago
A special epilogue trailer for the anime My Hero Academia, titled 'More,' has been released, offering a glimpse into the lives of the main characters eight years after the series finale. The special adapts the manga's epilogue and is available to stream on Crunchyroll starting May 2.
5 Troll Anime Recommendations Every Newcomer Should Know About
This article discusses five anime titles often used as "troll recommendations" for newcomers to the medium. It warns readers about the explicit content and disturbing themes found in titles like Boku no Pico, Euphoria, Redo of Healer, and the surprisingly emotional impact of Grave of the Fireflies, contrasting them with the intentionally terrible Mars of Destruction.
New Frieren Desktop Cute Figure Dressed for Summer
Taito has released a new Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Desktop Cute figure in Japan, featuring the character in a summer dress. The figure, standing about five inches tall, is available as a prize in Japanese arcades and will be released worldwide, with a listing on the Crunchyroll store for $24.99, expected by July 31, 2026. This merchandise follows other recent tie-ins for the popular anime and manga series.
