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Interview: Denji, Aki, Power, and Makima Dub Actors Discuss Smash-Hit Anime Chainsaw Man
We talked to Ryan Colt Levy, Reagan Murdock, Sarah Wiedenheft, and Suzie Yeung about starring in the smash-hit anime Chainsaw Man, what makes it special, and their experiences…
This Week in Games - Chris Pratt Meets The Banana Slamma
The new Mario Bros. movie trailer reignites discussion about Chris Pratt's casting, Balan Wonderland's Yuji Naka is arrested, and Team Ninja teases a return to their classics.
Mahjong Parlor of Love GN
A better-than-usual translation from Media Do isn't enough to sell this middle-of-the-road BL title.
This Week in Anime - Grown-Up Rin and Co. Get Cozy in Laid-Back Camp the Movie
Camping with your friends gets harder when you add adult responsibilities like a full-time job. The Laid-Back Camp movie brings the gang back together as they try to…
The ANN Aftershow - Chainsaw Man Takes It Up to Eleven
Lynzee and James discuss the wild rollercoaster that is Chainsaw Man episode 8. Does Denji do the deed with Himeno? Will Denji ever get the taste of vomit…
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
The new mainline title has sold over 10 million copies and is the fastest-selling game in Nintendo history. It has a boatload of innovative and call-back features for…
Attack on Titan Creator Hajime Isayama at Anime NYC
The manga's controversial ending loomed heavily over the hit manga creator's appearance in NYC, culminating in an apology and cheers or reassurance from fans.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond
There's one thing that prevents Scarlet Bond from becoming a genuinely memorable entry in the Reincarnated as a Slime franchise: Rimuru Tempest himself.
This Week in Anime - Why You Should Rock Out with Bocchi the Rock!
The "girls form a band" anime eschews the tropes of its predecessors by taking an honest look at social anxiety backed by some killer music.
CLAMPdown
A sometimes flippant tone, jokingly referring to its readers as "cunts," and strange insistence that Miyuki-chan in Wonderland is "porn" is bound to alienate some CLAMP fans from…
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Fall 2022, Nov 19-25
If shōnen is your genre, Bleach has been strong all season and hitting ever higher notes. Find out where your favorites rank this week!
INTERVIEW: Studio Trigger's Hiromi Wakabayashi and Shigeto Koyama
"Other studios [are] trying to make the finest foods in a restaurant, whereas at Trigger, we're okay with just continuing to make a decent burger."
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! GN 3-5
Because the third volume is still in the “getting there” mode, volumes four and five end up feeling a little more rewarding, because we're finally getting the payoff…
The Skull Dragon's Precious Daughter GN 1 & 2
If you enjoyed Somali and the Forest Spirit, there's a very good chance that you will like Ichi Yukishiro's The Skull Dragon's Precious Daughter.
The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash Novel 1
The Weakest Tamer probably didn't need to be an isekai story in the first place, but it offers an entertaining story of a girl and her trash-eating slime…
Answerman - What Happened to Shoujo Anime?
It's not your imagination—there are fewer shoujo anime adaptations than ever. Kim explains the factors behind the genre's long-term decline.
Interview: Star Ocean 6: The Divine Force's Character Designer Akiman
Akiman is a renowned character designer who was called upon to help create the world and cast of Star Ocean 6: The Divine Force. We were lucky enough…
Be Very Afraid of Kanako Inuki! GN
Fans can hope that Kodansha's release of Be Very Afraid of Kanako Inuki! is testing the waters for a (re)release of her works because this slim volume is…
Kamen Rider Kuuga GN 1
This manga provides enough differences from its source material to bring something new to the table for long-time fans. It also works as a horror series for newcomers.
The ANN Aftershow - Chainsaw Man Adds Barf to the Menu
Chainsaw Man has plenty of blood, guts, and monsters but it might be barf that tops its gross-out moments!
Hero of a Lost Era: Examining the Context of Kamen Rider Kuuga
Art is most often a response to the world it was made in. Sometimes that response might be a light remark, and other times, it's a loud scream.…
Gungrave G.O.R.E
The controls might be the biggest hurdle in Gungrave G.O.R.E, but once the more exciting locations and bosses appear, this action game has enough charm to smooth over…
This Week in Anime - Raven of the Inner Palace Weaves a Beautiful Ghost Story
Raven of the Inner Palace may have fallen under the radar, but it's another worthwhile watch this season for fans of political intrigue, simmering romances, and nobles plagued…
Shichiro Kobayashi: Drama of Light and Shadow
The masterful background art by the late Shichiro Kobayashi were on display in NYC and included examples from Utena, Simoun, and one of his wife's personal favorites, The…
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Fall 2022, Nov 12-18
Pop Team Epic reaches ever higher to new summits of insanity. Find out how your favorite shows performed in our weekly user rankings.
I Fell for My Friend's Older Sister + My Older Sister's Friend is Annoying
Originally a series of Twitter comic strips, Azusa Kina's collection of stories is more about vibes than actual plot.
Event Report: Behind-the-Scenes of My Neighbour Totoro
Could we get an American run of the play? Depends if the organizers can find a large enough venue.
The Princess' Smile Novel
Seeing our leads blossom and thrive in each other's company is the major draw of this light novel, but it holds our attention by also having an especially…
Tiger & Bunny 2 14-25
The last set of episodes for the much anticipated Tiger & Bunny sequel will bring you closure, but it fails to connect its shiny new characters with its…
Lupin Zero - Episode 1
We get a first look at Lupin's mysterious past in this new series about the wily thief.
Sonic Frontiers
The Blue Blur's latest foray into 3D shows promise for future installments but still lacks the polish fans were hoping for.
This Week in Games - And The Nominations Go To....
The Game Award nominations are public, and Jean-Karlo has a fresh pile of opinions for you! Which games deserved the nominations, and what got unfairly left out?
The Chainsaw Man Anime's Style Feels Off
You can't have the written and thematic storytelling of Chainsaw Man without the visual storytelling of Chainsaw Man—and unfortunately, the anime doesn't have that.
Resident Evil Village: Shadows of Rose DLC
What ties this all together is a rather beautiful conclusion to Ethan's story and while that conclusion might be predictable, it is no less emotionally rewarding.
This Week in Anime - Does Chainsaw Man Live Up to the Hype?
The Chainsaw Man anime is finally here! Does it live up to the manga's sterling reputation? Manga fans Chris and Nicky weigh in on the first six episodes.
Suzume no Tojimari
Beautifully animated, emotionally resonate, and adeptly scored, Suzume no Tojimari's primary flaw is it feels too similar to Shinkai's previous works, your name. and Weathering With You.
Interview: Music Composer Shiro SAGISU on Returning to BLEACH
Shiro SAGISU shares the anime's most memorable track and it was like to revisit it for Thousand-Year Blood War.
This Week in Anime - How Can Mob Psycho 100 Have 3 Perfect Seasons?
The Mob Psycho 100 anime continues to be an incomparable display of fantastic animation, emotional story beats, and laugh-out-loud moments. It's never too late to jump into one…
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Fall 2022, Nov 5-11
Bocchi is rocking the rankings! Discover all the upheavals in this week's anime rankings.
Waccha PriMagi! Episodes 40 - 51
While not perfect and with some loose ends left forgotten, overall Waccha PriMagi! is a solid magical girl idol show, one that manages to land more than it…
A Discussion Among Unions - 100% Union Power at Little Secret
Voice actors Kyle McCarley and David Errigo Jr,. discuss the hurdles of unionization with colleagues from the VFX and gaming industry, including how Crunchyroll squashed a potential union…
Interview with ANN's CEO and Publisher Christopher Macdonald
Following the news of Kadokawa's acquisition of Anime News Network, many of our readers have asked questions about what this means for the site going forward. ANN CEO…
Interview: My Hero Ultra Rumble Producer Aoba Miyazaki
Find out more about My Hero Ultra Rumble's new mechanics and what sets it apart from other fighting games in the series.
Nana & Kaoru GN 1
BDSM-curious should check out Nana & Kaoru, a manga that respects the realities of its subject matter (and is pretty hot).
Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher
This game will surely please Ultraman fans with plenty of kaiju to discover. If only it was easier to pull our favorite monsters.
Bayonetta 3
Bayonetta 3 is a game of extremes. One moment, it is mind-blowingly awesome as you smoothly fight through hordes of enemies. The next, it is rage-inducingly frustrating as…
Answerman - Who Writes Anime Filler Episodes?
Kim discusses when anime goes "off script" from the manga and how those original stories are created by anime staff.
This Week in Games - Barrett Wallace Didn't Lose An Arm For This
Jean-Karlo shares his opinion on the recent Final Fantasy XVI, gets hyped for the Switch's indie game line-up, and preps for the upcoming Pokémon and Tales of releases!
What Makes Overlord A Great Adaptation? The Director and Screenwriter Discuss Season 4
Director Naoyuki Itou and screenwriter Yukie Sugawara discuss the challenges of adapting Overlord, and why it's a great anime to both newcomers and novel readers alike.
Tokyo Aliens GN 1
This first volume of Tokyo Aliens is a solid start to what looks like a promising series, but plays it safe in regards to what's in store for…