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The Promised Neverland Special One-Shot Manga on the Way
A special one-shot manga for The Promised Neverland will be released in Weekly Shonen Jump in Summer 2026 to celebrate the series' tenth anniversary. The story appears to be set in 2050 and may focus on the character Ayshe. The manga previously ran from 2016 to 2020, with anime adaptations and a live-action film also produced.
Over 7 months after it hit theatres, Chainsaw Man Reze Arc finally sets a streaming release date
Crunchyroll has announced that Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will begin streaming on April 30, over seven months after its theatrical premiere. The film, based on the manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto and animated by MAPPA, adapts the Bomb Girl Arc and serves as a direct sequel to the first anime season.
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Streaming on Crunchyroll Next Week
Crunchyroll announced that Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc will begin streaming on April 30, 2026, as part of its annual Ani-May event. The film covers events from volume 5 of the manga and picks up after the first season of the anime. A new season of the Chainsaw Man anime adaptation is also in development.
My favorite isekai anime is back after 4 years, and Ascendance of A Bookworm season 4 got a huge animation upgrade at…
Ascendance of a Bookworm has returned for its fourth season with a significant animation upgrade handled by Wit Studio, replacing Ajiado. The fantasy isekai anime, based on Miya Kazuki's novels, continues to focus on Myne's struggles to bring books and literacy to a medieval world, distinguishing itself from typical power fantasies with its emphasis on effort and sacrifice. The new season features sharper actions, more complex movements, and lush visuals, maintaining the show's unique art styles and visual metaphors.
Chopper Is Among the 4 New Lego One Piece Sets
Lego has announced four new sets based on the live-action One Piece adaptation, including one featuring Tony Tony Chopper. These sets, along with a previously revealed Gum Gum Fruit set, are available for pre-order and will ship on August 1, 2026. The new merchandise coincides with the upcoming Netflix special and the ongoing development of the live-action show's third season.
Lego One Piece Special Heading to Netflix
Netflix announced a two-part Lego One Piece special with an original story, set to debut on September 29, 2026. The special will feature an anime aesthetic inspired by Lego sets and will star Usopp, with Jacob Romero reprising his role from the live-action adaptation. Several Lego sets based on the One Piece series are already available, with more planned, including a Gum-Gum Fruit replica.
'We Were Forced to Change': Sony CEO Outlines Shift to Entertainment, and Says PS5 Must Be the Best Place to Play
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki outlined the company's strategic shift from consumer electronics to entertainment, which now accounts for over 60% of its revenue. He emphasized that PlayStation must remain the premier platform for both players and publishers. Despite this focus, Totoki admitted he is not a big gamer himself but enjoys music and TV dramas.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm Anime Release Date Set for April 4; English Cast Revealed
Crunchyroll announced that the anime adaptation of the manga series Daemons of the Shadow Realm, created by Hiromu Arakawa, will premiere worldwide on April 4, 2026, with new episodes releasing weekly. The series follows a young hunter and his twin sister whose lives are disrupted by supernatural events. The English cast and voice director have also been revealed.
Crunchyroll Adds Puzzle-Exploration Adventure Pikuniku to Its Android Vault
The puzzle-exploration adventure game Pikuniku, developed by Sectordub, has been added to Crunchyroll's mobile game catalogue for Android devices. Originally released in 2019 for PC and Nintendo Switch, Pikuniku is now available exclusively to Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan Memberships. The game features puzzle-solving and exploration gameplay in a colorful world where players help the protagonist Piku fix the island.
10th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards Nominees Revealed
The nominees for the 10th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards have been revealed, with fan voting open until April 15th. The awards ceremony will take place on May 23rd, featuring a wide range of categories and presenters including notable figures from the entertainment industry and executives from Sony Group Corporation and Crunchyroll. Several popular anime series and films, such as My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, and DAN DAN DAN Season 2, received multiple nominations across various categories.
Anime Awards 2026 nominees revealed as Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man battle for Film of the Year
Crunchyroll has revealed the nominees for its 10th Anime Awards, with Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man leading the contenders for Film of the Year. Fan voting is now open for the awards, which also feature nominations for popular series like Solo Leveling and Dan Da Dan across various categories including Anime of the Year and Best Animation.
More Crunchyroll Spring 2026 Streaming Anime Series Confirmed
Crunchyroll has announced additional anime series for its Spring 2026 streaming season, including new titles like Always a Catch and Rilakkuma, alongside returning shows such as Ace of the Diamond act II. The new season began on March 28, 2026, with more series debuting throughout April.
Crunchyroll Drops Pokémon-Style Monster Collector AniMoCo on Roblox
Crunchyroll has launched its new monster-collecting game, Anime Monster Collector (AniMoCo), on Roblox. Developed by the Crunchyroll team, the game allows players to explore various anime-inspired locations and collect creatures called AniMo. This follows Crunchyroll's previous Roblox game, My Hero Academia Battlegrounds, which faced performance issues and player engagement challenges.
Gachiakuta: The Game Gameplay Trailers Show Rudo and His Allies
Com2uS has released gameplay trailers for Gachiakuta: The Game, showcasing playable characters Rudo, Enjin, Riyo Reaper, and Zanka. The trailers demonstrate their unique "Vital Instruments" and combat styles, with some moves appearing familiar to fans of the anime. The game is in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Crunchyroll is now available as a channel in the Apple TV app
Crunchyroll has launched as a channel within the Apple TV app, allowing users to subscribe and stream anime directly through Apple's platform without needing a separate Crunchyroll app or login. This integration comes after recent price increases and a controversy involving AI-generated subtitles.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3 release date, trailer, cast, Golden Land story and more
The third season of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is slated for an October 2027 release, featuring the Golden Land arc from the manga. Key art reveals the antagonist Macht, one of the Sages of Destruction, and the core cast including Frieren, Fern, and Stark are expected to return. The anime will likely be available on Crunchyroll.
Long-awaited fantasy anime Witch Hat Atelier is getting a same-day English dub and a double-episode premiere
Crunchyroll has announced that the highly anticipated anime adaptation of the manga Witch Hat Atelier will receive a same-day English dub. The series will premiere next month with a double-episode showing. The story follows Coco, a young girl born without magical abilities who becomes an apprentice to a witch named Qifrey.
FFXIV CERO Age Rating Goes up in Japan
Shueisha has confirmed that fraudulent votes were cast in the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100" and has removed these ballots. The company stated that further measures may be implemented to prevent future occurrences. The poll remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 events in August.
Fradulent Votes Removed From World Top 100 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll
Shueisha has announced the removal of fraudulent votes from the 2nd Global One Piece Character Popularity Poll "World Top 100." The Weekly Shonen Jump Editorial Department confirmed that illegal ballots were identified and removed as of March 25, 2026, with potential further measures to prevent future occurrences. Voting remains open until June 11, 2026, with results to be revealed during One Piece Day '26 in August.
Witch Hat Atelier Anime Reveals English Dub Ahead of April 6 Crunchyroll Premiere
Crunchyroll announced that the anime series Witch Hat Atelier will premiere on April 6, with the first two episodes available simultaneously in English and Japanese. The series will also receive dub support in several other languages. Based on Kamome Shirahama's manga, the story follows Coco, a girl who learns magic from the witch Qifrey.