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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.
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.
A Certain Scientific Mental Out Chapter 35 Part 2 Now Free for Limited Time
Part 2 of chapter 35 of the A Certain Scientific Mental Out manga is now available for free in Japanese for a limited time on Comic Walker. The series focuses on Misaki Shokuhou, a Level 5 Esper in Academy City, and is a spinoff of A Certain Magical Index. The manga's fifth volume is also out, while the A Certain Scientific Railgun manga has concluded and a fourth season of Railgun is in development.
Kagurabachi TV Anime Announced for April 2027 by Cypic; Teaser Trailer Revealed
The popular manga Kagurabachi is receiving a TV anime adaptation produced by CyberAgent and Shochiku, with animation by Cypic, scheduled for a global release in April 2027. A teaser visual and trailer have been revealed, and a global "Kagurabachi World Tour" featuring early previews will commence in summer 2026. The anime will be directed by Tetsuya Takeuchi, with Taihi Kimura voicing protagonist Chihiro Rokuhira.
Kagurabachi Anime Airs in 2027
An anime adaptation of Takeru Hokazono's manga series Kagurabachi is set to premiere worldwide in April 2027, with Cygames' Cypic studio handling production. The announcement includes a first trailer and the opening of an official website. Tetsuya Takeuchi will direct, and Keigo Sasaki will serve as character designer, with Taihi Kimura voicing the lead character Chihiro Rokuhira.
Rune Factory Manga Chapters 65–72 Introduce The Hound and Woolio's Retirement
Marvelous has released chapters 65-72 of the Rune Factory manga, introducing new characters like The Hound and continuing Woolio's story. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, an action RPG available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, focuses on restoring the land of Azuma through dance and combat.
Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty Shows How Music Builds Bridges
The manga and anime series Rock Is a Lady's Modesty uses music and performance to explore themes of self-expression and building connections. Volume 2 highlights how the characters' authentic selves, revealed through their musical pursuits, help break down barriers and foster new relationships, even with initially hostile family members and peers. The series is available from Yen Press, with the anime streaming on HIDIVE.
Konami Code 40th Anniversary Projects & Merchandise Revealed
Konami Digital Entertainment is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Konami Code, which first appeared in Gradius on the Family Computer on April 25, 1986. To commemorate the event, the company has released original soundtracks from several Gradius and Nemesis titles for digital purchase and streaming, partnered with manga artist Shota Hattori for two short manga pages, and collaborated with Amazon for exclusive T-shirts in Japan.
The Ribbon Hero Anime Film Inspired by Princess Knight Premieres on Netflix in August 2026
A new anime film titled The Ribbon Hero, inspired by Osamu Tezuka's Princess Knight, is set to premiere worldwide on Netflix in August 2026. Directed by Yuki Igarashi and produced by OUTLINE and TWIN ENGINE, the film will explore themes of fate and gender through detailed animation, taking a new approach rather than directly adapting the original manga.
Seven Seas Reveals YOASOBI’s Into the Night Book, New Manga, and Light Novel Licenses for 2027
Seven Seas Entertainment has announced several new licenses for light novels, manga, and an audiobook, primarily for releases between January and March 2027. The new titles include "Into the Night – YOASOBI Stories Collection," "Magic Maker: How to Create Magic in Another World," and various isekai and fantasy series.
Final Fantasy XIV Manga Chapters Free During 2026 US Fan Fest
Square Enix is offering free access to select chapters of two Final Fantasy XIV manga series, FFXIV: Eorzea Academy and Saki & FFXIV, through the Manga Up platform during the 2026 US Fan Festival. This promotion allows readers to access specific chapter ranges without an account until April 26, 2026. Final Fantasy XIV is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Shonen Jump One-Shot Manga Hitoner Becomes a Series
Shueisha has announced that the popular one-shot manga Hitoner will be serialized as a new series, with simultaneous global releases in English, Spanish, and Thai via Manga Plus. The story follows a human arriving on a planet inhabited by humanoid beastkin. The original one-shot garnered over 1.95 million views, leading to its serialization. This marks Tomohiro Yagi's third manga to be greenlit for serialization.
Silent Hill f Manga Begins with Free Chapter in Japanese
The manga adaptation of Silent Hill f has launched with its first chapter available for free in Japanese. The manga features a new ending written by the game's original scenario writer, Ryukishi07, with artwork by Gokin Ame. Silent Hill f is set in 1960s rural Japan and is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Kodansha House will debut in Los Angeles during Anime Expo — MP3s & NPCs
Kodansha is bringing its pop-up event, Kodansha House, to Los Angeles for the first time during Anime Expo in Little Tokyo from July 2 to July 12. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet manga creators Kamome Shirahama, Muneyuki Kaneshiro, and Yusuke Nomura, who will also appear at Anime Expo itself. Further details about the Kodansha House event will be announced soon.
Boruto 10th Anniversary Celebrations to Launch This June
Shueisha will launch celebratory projects in early June 2026 to mark the 10th anniversary of Masashi Kishimoto's Boruto manga series. The festivities will include an explanation video, a 600-page Story Guide book, the release of the eighth tankobon volume of Boruto -Two Blue Vortex-, a colored version of the new arc's first volume, and the first character figure based on the new arc.
Kodansha House Coming to LA’s Little Tokyo Starting July 2
Kodansha is launching an immersive pop-up event called Kodansha House in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo from July 2-12, coinciding with Anime Expo. The event will feature guest appearances by creators of popular manga like Blue Lock and Witch Hat Atelier. Additionally, the article mentions several other gaming-related announcements including a Final Fantasy VII board game, a Rogue Trooper movie trailer, a Sonic the Hedgehog cafe, a Metal Slug anniversary project, and an Elden Ring film adaptation.
Elden Ring Manga Volume 8 Jumps Between Questlines
The eighth volume of the Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree manga explores various optional questlines and character interactions from the game, including those involving Fia, Nepheli Loux, and Hyetta. This adaptation offers a more lighthearted and character-focused perspective on the game's narrative, with a particular focus on Vyke's backstory.
Super Mario-kun manga may finally be ending after more then 30 years
The long-running Super Mario-kun manga, which began in 1990, is reportedly entering its final arc and may be nearing its conclusion after over 30 years. Viz Media previously released a compilation for English-speaking fans titled Super Mario Manga Mania.
Yen Press Licenses Full Metal Panic! Family, New Yuri, Mystery, and Fantasy Titles for October 2026
Yen Press has announced nine new licenses for light novels and manga scheduled for release in October 2026. The upcoming titles span genres including romance, mystery, fantasy, and slice-of-life, featuring both new series and expansions of existing franchises like Full Metal Panic!.
Apollyon Chapter 3 Now Available on GlobalComix, Continues Valkyrae’s Original Manga
Chapter 3 of Apollyon, an original manga from Rachell Hofstetter's Hihi Studios, is now available on GlobalComix. The action-fantasy series, a collaboration between Hihi Studios and Inspired Productions, continues the story of Raya and Neru as they face Prince Sai. The new chapter explores Sai's motivations and sets up the next phase of the narrative.