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Review – Screamer (Playstation 5)
Screamer, an arcade racer from Milestone S.r.l, revitalizes the franchise with a vibrant cyberpunk anime setting and an engaging narrative. The game features a deep story mode with eccentric characters, fast-paced gameplay, and stunning visuals, offering a compelling experience for both single-player and multiplayer enthusiasts.
Screamer Review - IGN
Screamer is a neon-soaked arcade racer that blends the finesse of Wipeout with the aggression of Mario Kart, featuring a unique twin-stick control scheme and a combat-focused power-up system. While the game boasts impressive anime-inspired visuals and a robust suite of modes including four-player split-screen, it is occasionally let down by some unbalanced missions, tedious characters, and less engaging tracks.
Catching Up With the Cast of Sentenced to Be a Hero Before Next Week's Finale
Voice actors Emi Lo and Dawn M. Bennett discuss their roles in the new anime series Sentenced to Be a Hero. They share insights into their characters, Teoritta and Patausche Kivia, and the unique premise of heroes being prisoners. The interview highlights the show's compelling characters, animation, and potential, with the season finale airing next week.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN IGNITES LAUNCH BUZZ WITH “50 ELIZABETHS IN L.A.” EVENT
Netmarble held a "50 Elizabeths in L.A." event to build excitement for the global launch of its anime open-world RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. The game is currently available in early access on PlayStation 5 and Steam, with a full launch scheduled for March 23 across all platforms. The event featured cosplayers, gameplay demos, and merchandise giveaways, aiming to expand awareness in North America.
Black Torch Anime Adaptation Streams on Crunchyroll in July
Crunchyroll and Shueisha announced that the anime adaptation of the manga Black Torch will stream on Sony's service in July 2026. The series follows a high schooler who fuses with a mononoke and joins an espionage bureau to hunt hostile spirits. The anime is produced by 100studio and will be a simulcast available globally except in Asia.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Reveals Gameplay Full of Anime Super Moves
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released an extensive gameplay showcase for the upcoming anime soccer game, Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters. The footage highlights the game's anime-style super moves.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Reveals Gameplay Full of Anime Super Moves
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters has revealed gameplay showcasing its signature anime super moves. The game is expected to feature a variety of special abilities and animations true to its anime origins.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Shows Off New Systems Trailer | Console Creatures
Bandai Namco Entertainment America has released a new gameplay overview trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showcasing new dribbling, tackling, and super move systems. While the trailer highlights faster gameplay and new features like an overhauled stamina-driven saving system, some fans have noted the reuse of assets from Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions. The game is set to release later this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
MapleStory x One-Punch Man Event Live With Saitama Missions and Rewards
The MapleStory x One-Punch Man collaboration event is now live, featuring limited-time missions and rewards inspired by the anime. Players can step into the role of Saitama, progress through the Hero's Adventure Journal, and participate in various side modes like Monster Park Mayhem and the Centichoro Punch King event. The crossover offers collaboration-specific items and customization options through dedicated shops, with rewards primarily tied to daily activities and currency farming.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Trailer Reveals New Battle Systems and Gameplay Mechanics
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released a new trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, showcasing its revamped football battle mechanics. The game blends arcade soccer with anime action, featuring a stamina-based system for goalkeepers, Max Actions, Super Moves, a Chain System, and new Goalkeeper Tactics. It is set to launch later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Available to Play Now on PS5 and Steam - IGN
The free-to-play anime open-world RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, is now playable on PlayStation 5 and Steam. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, features an original story set in the world of The Seven Deadly Sins manga and anime, and will launch on mobile platforms on March 23. It offers real-time combat, extensive exploration of Britannia, and both solo and co-op modes.
Atmospheric Adventure 'ARIE: Moonprayer' Launches May 13, New Trailer Reveals Japanese Voice Cast
PhantomWorks announced that its anime-style adventure game ARIE: Moonprayer will launch on May 13, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. A new trailer revealed the Japanese voice cast, including Yohei Matsuoka as Diallo Munte and Asaki Yuikawa as Raye Mostenirea. A demo with Japanese voice support is available, and the game will feature English, Japanese, and Chinese text at launch.
Mashle Academy Trello, Wiki and Discord
This guide provides essential community links for Mashle Academy, a Roblox RPG based on the Mashle: Magic and Muscles manga and anime. It details the utility of the Trello board and Wiki for tracking game mechanics, magic, clans, weapons, and more, recommending them as primary resources. The Discord server is highlighted for news, updates, giveaways, and community support.
The new trailer for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice's anime series is loaded with boss fights and old-fashioned visuals
The second trailer for the Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice anime adaptation, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, has been released, showcasing boss fights and a visual style reminiscent of 1990s 2D animation. Directed by Kenichi Kutsuna and airing exclusively on Crunchyroll, the anime is set to release later this year and aims to be faithful to the original FromSoftware game.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN ACHIEVES TOP 10 GLOBAL RANKING ON STEAM
Netmarble's anime open-world RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, has achieved a global No. 6 ranking on Steam's Top Sellers chart shortly after its early access launch. The game is also performing well on PlayStation 5, holding a user rating of 4.35 out of 5. A full launch across mobile platforms is scheduled for March 23.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Steel Ball Run release schedule: what time is episode 1 releasing on Netflix?
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run is set to premiere on Netflix on March 19, 2026, with episode 1 releasing at midnight Pacific Time. While only the first episode is confirmed, fans anticipate a release strategy similar to previous seasons, with more details expected at AnimeJapan 2026.
FromSoftware fans are so passionate, the upcoming Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice anime will be 'under the…
The anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, has released a new trailer showcasing its distinct visual style and kinetic action. Director Kenichi Kutsuna expressed nervousness about meeting fan expectations for quality, given FromSoftware's established reputation. The anime aims to maintain the game's open-ended interpretation for its narrative.
Fresh off his Best Actor win, Michael B. Jordan says his favorite film is this Studio Ghibli classic in a post-Oscars…
Actor Michael B. Jordan revealed in a post-Oscars interview that his all-time favorite film is the Studio Ghibli classic Princess Mononoke. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki, the 1997 fantasy-drama follows a prince caught between a town and nature spirits.
4 Crunchyroll Spring 2026 Anime To Keep On Your Radar
Crunchyroll held an anime sneak peek event showcasing five upcoming spring anime series, with four being brand new: Witch Hat Atelier, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, The Drops of God, and Go For It, Nakamura-kun!. The event also featured the premiere of Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World Season 4. The article provides impressions of the new series, highlighting their unique storytelling, character designs, and potential appeal to fans of similar genres.
Crunchyroll Revives Elden Ring Maker's Sleeper PS4 Hit as a Kick-Ass Anime
Crunchyroll has announced an anime adaptation of FromSoftware's action game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat. A new trailer showcases a style that captures the game's mood, and the anime is set to stream worldwide exclusively on Crunchyroll later this year, with a theatrical release in Japan. The story follows Sekiro, a shinobi tasked with protecting the Divine Heir in a fractured Sengoku-era Japan.
