Dragon Ball
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Luffy and the Straw Hats get a modern makeover in first trailer for The One Piece anime remakeNetflix has released the first trailer for its upcoming anime remake of The One Piece, produced by Studio Wit. The remake will adapt the first 50 chapters of Eiichiro Oda's manga, the East Blue Arc, across seven episodes totaling five hours, with a release planned for February 2027. The trailer showcases a modernized animation and art style for the classic story of Monkey D. Luffy's quest for the pirate treasure.- Christopher Sabat will be a Guest at SacAnime Summer 2026Voice actor Christopher Sabat, known for his work on Dragon Ball and My Hero Academia, is scheduled to appear as a guest at SacAnime Summer 2026. This announcement was made following a report from 8Bit/Digi.
Dragonball Z Board Game Kickstarter Has Gone Live, Breaking Past Its LimitsThe Dragonball Z Board Game, a cooperative tabletop adaptation by Pop Art Games and Lynnvander Games, has launched its Kickstarter campaign and surpassed its initial funding goal. The game is designed for 1-4 players, features 12 "Episodes" adapting major story arcs, and can be played as a campaign or standalone experiences. Originally planned under IDW Games, this Kickstarter revives the project with the same designers.
Bitsummit 2026 showed Japanese indies pursuing a new multimedia model, backed by major entertainment firms | OpinionMajor Japanese entertainment companies like TOEI, Shueisha, and Aniplex are increasingly investing in independent games to cultivate new intellectual property for multimedia expansion. Events like Bitsummit showcase this shift, where indie developers are supported by established firms seeking global IP potential beyond traditional media. This strategy aims to leverage Japan's cultural soft power and create revenue streams across games, anime, merchandise, and more.
The Cosplay Scene at FanimeCon 2026FanimeCon 2026 showcased a vibrant cosplay scene, with attendees from across the West Coast debuting new creations and updating existing builds. The convention, held from May 22-25 at the San Jose Convention Center, featured official gatherings for popular fandoms like Pokémon, Resident Evil, and Demon Slayer, alongside private photo sessions and a wide range of fan-inspired outfits.
U.S. Anime Audience Has More Than Doubled Since 2020 — Now 1 in 5 Americans Watch Anime, 15-Country Study FindsA new 15-country study by GEM Partners reveals that U.S. anime viewership has more than doubled since 2020, reaching 22% in 2025. Anime viewership increased globally across all surveyed markets, with Japan, China, and India showing the highest percentages. The report also highlights the popularity of titles like "Jujutsu Kaisen" and the significant role of streaming platforms like Netflix in anime consumption.- Crunchyroll’s Month-Long Sale Includes Big Deals Anime Blu-RaysCrunchyroll is holding a month-long "Ani-May" sale featuring discounts on anime Blu-rays and reduced subscription prices. The sale includes a "Two-for-One" deal on hundreds of Blu-ray titles, with notable mentions including Berserk, Dragon Ball Super, and Arcane: League of Legends. Additionally, new subscribers can get the first three months of the Fan Tier subscription for $2 per month.
Crunchyroll's Month-Long Sale Includes Big Deals Anime Blu-RaysCrunchyroll is holding a month-long "Two-for-One Ani-May Sale" on anime Blu-rays, offering a discount where the lowest-priced item is free when purchasing three eligible items. The sale includes a wide range of titles, from classic series like Berserk and Dragon Ball Super to newer releases such as Kaiju No. 8 and Solo Leveling, with options for both standard and collector's edition Blu-rays.- Crunchyroll's Month-Long Sale Includes Big Deals Anime Blu-RaysCrunchyroll is holding a month-long "Two-for-One Ani-May Sale" on anime Blu-rays, offering a discount where the lowest-priced item is free when purchasing three eligible items. The sale includes a wide range of titles, from classic series like Berserk and Dragon Ball Super to newer releases such as Kaiju No. 8 and Solo Leveling, with options for both standard and collector's edition Blu-rays.
Anime Giant Toei Games Enters The Publishing Arena With Three Mysterious TitlesToei Games, the interactive entertainment division of the renowned Toei Company, has announced its entry into game publishing with three mysterious titles: KILLA, HINO, and DEBUG NEPHEMEE. This move marks a significant expansion for the animation giant, known for properties like Dragon Ball Z and One Piece, into the video game arena. The announcement has generated both excitement and skepticism within the gaming community regarding Toei's approach to game development and publishing.
See the 2026 Hallmark Anime and Video Game OrnamentsHallmark has unveiled its 2026 Dream Book, featuring a variety of new anime and video game-themed ornaments. These collectibles include characters from Pokemon, Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sonic the Hedgehog, with release dates staggered between July and October 2026.
Anime Giant Toei Launches Gaming Division with Toei Games LabelToei Animation, the studio behind Dragon Ball and One Piece, has launched a new gaming division called Toei Games. This move leverages Toei's extensive intellectual property portfolio and aims to create high-quality games that capture the essence of its beloved anime franchises. The company will focus on leveraging modern game engines like Unreal Engine 5 and Unity to achieve authentic anime art styles, potentially setting new standards for anime game adaptations.- Toei Games established by animation studio behind One Piece, Dragon Ball & moreToei Animation, the renowned animation studio behind popular franchises such as One Piece, Dragon Ball, and Digimon, has officially entered the video game development industry. This move marks a significant expansion for the company into a new creative sector.
Dragon Ball and Digimon producer Toei announces Toei Games, focusing on new IPs firstToei Company, known for anime like Dragon Ball and Digimon, has launched Toei Games. The new publisher will focus on creating entirely new intellectual properties from scratch, rather than using existing franchises. Initial releases will be on PC via Steam, with console versions to follow.
Animation powerhouse responsible for One Piece and Dragon Ball Z branches into PC gaming with Toei GamesToei Animation, known for producing anime like One Piece and Dragon Ball Z, is entering the video game market with a new venture called Toei Games. Initially focusing on PC games for Steam, the company plans to expand to consoles like Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. Toei Games will prioritize creating new intellectual properties rather than games based on its existing anime franchises.- Dragon Ball Super: Beerus Trailer Revealed, Super: Resurrection F Seemingly TeasedToei Animation has revealed a new trailer for the upcoming anime series Dragon Ball Super: Beerus, set to premiere in Fall 2026. The trailer also teases an enhanced version of the Resurrection F arc. Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will feature newly produced footage, updated visuals and sound, and a reconstructed narrative, building upon the original Dragon Ball Super anime.
Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra Changes the Game for Multiplayer CombatDragon Ball Gekishin Squadra launched in September 2025, blending the Dragon Ball franchise's signature style with MOBA gameplay. The four-on-four title features fast-paced matches, a unique "Divine Draw" system, and characters with transformable abilities. It supports cross-platform play across mobile, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation, with development backed by Bandai Namco Entertainment and Google Cloud.
Yuriko Yamaguchi will be a Guest at FanimeCon 2026Voice actress Yuriko Yamaguchi has been announced as a guest for FanimeCon 2026, which will take place during Memorial Day Weekend at the San Jose Convention Center. Yamaguchi is known for her roles as Ritsuko Akagi in the Evangelion franchise, Nurse Joy in Pokemon, and Nico Robin in One Piece. She joins a growing list of guests for the large anime convention.
Dragon Ball Super: The Complete Series Gets A Big Discount Power-Up At AmazonThe Dragon Ball Super: Complete Series Blu-ray box set is available at a discounted price of $128 on Amazon and Crunchyroll, down from $160. This collection includes all 131 episodes across 20 discs with steelbook cases and a premium display case. The article also mentions discounts on the Dragon Ball Super: Broly and Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movies, as well as the Dragon Ball GT: The Complete Series DVD collection.
Legendary Anime Villains Who Redefined the Meaning of EvilThis article ranks some of the most notorious anime villains, highlighting their motivations, cruelty, and lasting impact on their respective stories and audiences. Characters like Frieza from Dragon Ball Z, Griffith from Berserk, and Johan Liebert from Monster are discussed for their unique brands of evil, ranging from pure sadism to psychological manipulation.