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MARRIAGETOXIN makes its way to Anime Expo 2026 — MP3s & NPCsThe cast and crew of the anime MARRIAGETOXIN will attend Anime Expo 2026 for a panel on Saturday, July 4th. The panel will feature show director Motonobu Hori, Bandai Namco Filmworks chief producer Ryoya Arisawa, Bones Film producer Tatsuya Saito, and voice actors Haruki Ishiya and Shion Wakayama. Autograph signings with Ishiya and Wakayama will follow the panel.- 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.
Thermae Romae Redux Sequel Manga ReturnsThe sequel manga to Mari Yamazaki's Thermae Romae, titled Thermae Romae Redux, has released its 14th chapter worldwide, available in English on Shueisha's MangaPlus. This installment focuses on Satsuki, the wife of the protagonist Lucius Modestus, as she navigates her life and obligations in Japan. Previous anime adaptations of the original manga are available on Crunchyroll and Netflix.
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.
- Crunchyroll’s Ani-May Offer Gets You 3 Months Of Mega Fan Membership For $3 A MonthCrunchyroll is offering a limited-time deal during its Ani-May event, allowing new subscribers to get three months of its Mega Fan membership for $3 per month. This promotion provides ad-free streaming, access to a wider range of shows, and includes the Crunchyroll Game Vault. The offer is available until May 26 and can also be accessed through Amazon Prime Video.
Crunchyroll Adds Card-Battler Visual Novel Battle Suit Aces to Its Android VaultCrunchyroll 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 MonthCrunchyroll 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 & NPCsCrunchyroll 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 CarForza 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 VoucherCrunchyroll 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 EnglishViz 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 himselfStarforge 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 ResultsRoronoa 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 SeptemberAn 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 JapanThe 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 ApplesFuRyu 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 VaultCrunchyroll 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 SharedShueisha 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 AtelierMarriageToxin 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.