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This Week in Anime - Do the Emotional Beats of Drifting Home Hit Hard?
The newest film from Studio Colorido sends a group of sixth-graders out to sea to deal with their burgeoning adolescent feelings. Can a film about a drifting apartment complex bring its big emotions home?
― The newest film from Studio Colorido sends a group of sixth-graders out to sea to deal with their burgeoning adolescent feelings. Can a film about a drifting apartment complex bring its big emoti...
This Week in Games - Everything Happens So Much
Jean-Karlo attempts to get himself out from under a pile of game announcements (and Ryza's thighs) following the double-whammy Nintendo Direct and Sony State of Play in a single day. Farming, crafting, and Yakuza are all here!
― Hey, everybody! We have a lot to cover this week. I would start with my customary Xenoblade Chronicles 3 report, but something came to my attention this past week: last week'...
This Week in Anime - Is Tokyo Mew Mew New's Story Rushed?
This update on the popular magical series cuts the pacing of the original down to a lean number episodes. Does the characterization suffer for it?
― This update on the popular magical series cuts the pacing of the original down to a lean number episodes but there's still a lot going for it. For example, shipping. Chris and Nicky debate the pros and cons of Ichigo's trio of potential suitors in this ...
The ANN Aftershow - The Fate of the Village Hangs in the Balance
Faputa is on the war path as Reg's memories of their time together come flooding back. Also: the latest anime news including when to watch Bleach, why we love Sailor Jupiter, a premiere date for Chainsaw Man, and more!
― The Fate of the Village Hangs in the Balance Faputa is on the war path as Reg's memories of their time together come flooding back. Nanachi has to once again make a difficult decisi...
This Week in Anime - Does Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer Overcome Its Animation Shortcomings?
A cult-favorite manga by a well-regarded creator finally gets its moment to shine only to look like...well, this. It's hard to ignore in a visual medium but can this adaptation get by on charm alone?
― The Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer anime seems like a monkey paw situation. A cult-favorite manga by a well-regarded creator finally gets its moment to shine only to look like...well this. It's hard t...
This Week in Games - Love Is Stored In The Alchemist
Barrel lovers the world over (and Jean-Karlo) celebrate 25 years of Gust's Atelier series, plus the newest Pokemon, fighting game updates, and Trinity Trigger is heading stateside.
― Hello, everyone! I'm Jean-Karlo, and I actually got to play some Xenoblade Chronicles 3 this past week! Of course, I'm only in the very beginning of the game (I haven't even cracked 10 hours), so I'm still playing around...
This Week in Anime - The Casual Sexiness of Call of the Night
This is, fundamentally, a show about why insomnia kicks ass and seeing the sun is for losers. I respect that a lot.
― Call of the Night is what we call a "vibe." It's full of beautiful nightscapes, low-key sexcapades, and questionable fashion. What if a vampire was just your gamer friend? This series is streaming on HIDIVE Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chat...
The ANN Aftershow - The Darkest Moment in Made in Abyss Yet?
Lynzee, Jacki, and James are back for more horrors, gross food, and mind-shattering WTFs!
― The Darkest Moment in Made in Abyss Yet? Lynzee, Jacki, and James are back for more horrors, gross food, and mind-shattering WTFs! The truth of the village and Faputa's intentions are revealed. Reg and Riko will have to choose between supporting her revenge or forgiving the people of the village. The ANN Afte...
This Week in Anime - Why JoJo: Stone Ocean Part 2 Is Even Better Than The First
With the addition of new characters like Anasui, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean amps up the action as Jolyne and crew attempt to escape Green Dolphin Street Prison.
― Nicky and Chris get put in the slammer and are sentenced to five hours of JoJo viewing for their crimes. With the addition of new characters like Anasui, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean amps up the action as Jolyne and cre...
This Week in Games - Interview with Tom Fuji, Game Designer for RPG Time: The Legend of Wright
Jean-Karlo gets the skinny on the crafty RPG, discusses the shuttering of Dragalia Lost, the crowdfunded spiritual sequel to Wild Arms, and more!
― Welcome back, everyone! We at This Week In Gaming-central have been hard at work keeping up with all the gaming news worth opining on. And as you can imagine... that means I didn't get any time to play Xenoblade Chronicles 3 this past weekend. But like I ...
This Week in Anime - The Adolescence of Revue Starlight
Chris and Steve attempt to decipher the theatrical teenage emotions of Revue Starlight the Movie. Also: the giraffe is scarier in this one.
― Chris and Steve attempt to decipher the theatrical teenage emotions of Revue Starlight the Movie. Also: the giraffe is scarier in this one. This movie is streaming on HIDIVE Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are n...
This Week in Anime - Is Engage Kiss Ruined by Its Main Character?
Engage Kiss is an underdog story courtesy of protagonist Shū, but what happens when it turns out that dog has a bad case of fleas?
― Engage Kiss promises a lot of things on the tin: a sexy love triangle, demons, mercenaries, and an underdog story courtesy of protagonist Shū. But what happens when it turns out that dog has a bad case of fleas? Nicky and Nick try to find the show's redeeming factors w...
This Week in Games - Discussing Captain Velvet Meteor with Producers Rinaldo Wirz & Adrian Stutz
Curious about the new strategy-action game crossing over with characters from Jump+? Jean-Karlo has an interview with its developers right here!
― Hello, my readers! It's been a bit of a hectic week for me, on the "work" side of things. A lot of really amazing projects have come my way, some game-related and some not—I hope you guys look forward to them. But being busy means that—of course—I haven't ...
This Week in Anime - The Politics of RWBY: Ice Queendom
Nick and Chris check out the series reimagining, its attempts to discuss racism, and its sick references to Cool Boarders 2.
― The original web series gets a fresh coat of paint and unique story beats in its first major anime adaptation. You can read more about the the efforts the staff made to bring RWBY: Ice Queendom to life in our interview with executive producer Mitsutoshi Kubota, scriptwriter ...
The ANN Aftershow - Eating What? Did Made in Abyss Go Too Far?
The appellate court throws out Vic Mignogna's appeal and the live-action Sailor Moon pilot is finally discovered! Then there's Made in Abyss this week and it will absolutely destroy you.
― Eating What? Did Made in Abyss Go Too Far? The appellate court throws out Vic Mignogna's appeal and the live-action Sailor Moon pilot is finally discovered! Then there's Made in Abyss this week and it will absolut...
This Week in Anime - Is Tekken: Bloodline Worth Watching?
Tekken franchise newbies Nicky and Steve try out the new six-episode anime series to see if the story (and action) hold up.
― Tekken franchise newbies Nicky and Steve try out the new six-episode anime series to see if the story (and action) hold up. This series is streaming on Netflix Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Net...
This Week in Games - The Duality of Games
Goku is dancing to Gangnam Style in Fortnite. Everyone go home.
― Welcome back, everyone! It's been a long week, and we've had a lot of fun stuff come up. My review for RPG Time: The Adventure of Wright came out earlier this week; it was a very fun game to cover and I hope everyone gives the game a look. It's not often a game that charming comes along. We've got plenty of fun stuff coming down the pi...
This Week in Anime - Can Detective Conan Newbies Enjoy Zero's Tea Time?
Zero's Tea Time is an anime brave enough to ask you a very important question: what if this man were your husband?
― So you know next to nothing about Detective Conan's ongoing mysteries but you heard that Detective Conan: Zero's Tea Time but you've heard about the immensely popular starring character Tohru Amuro/Rei Furuya/Zero/Bourbon and his mere visage causing magazines to sell out? Whether you'...
The ANN Aftershow - Is Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Worth Watching?
Jacki and James discuss the newest Dragon Ball film, Piccolo's turn as the star, and how the 3DCG panned out!
― Is Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Worth Watching? Jacki and James discuss the newest Dragon Ball film, Piccolo's turn as the star, and how the 3DCG panned out! The ANN After Show airs live on Mondays at 6pm PT/9pm ET and is also available on your favorite podcast streaming platform. Meet th...
This Week in Anime - The Adorable, Affirming Romance in Josee, The Tiger and the Fish
In the mood for a sweet anime romance film that's firmly grounded in the real world? Nick and Nicky recommend Josee, The Tiger and the Fish for everyone who missed the film's original theatrical run.
― In the mood for a sweet anime romance film that's firmly grounded in the real world? Nick and Nicky recommend Josee, The Tiger and the Fish for everyone who missed the film's original theatrical run. ...
This Week in Games - Octo-Punch
It's been a big week for fighting games. Join Jean-Karlo for all the hottest EVO news, including King of Fighters, Street Fighter, Skullgirls, and Guilty Gear!
― Welcome back, my readers! I was looking forward to today, because we have a ton of news to go over. I do want to take a moment to thank you guys for your patience last week; I had made a number of mistakes in my Fate: EXTRA recording, and fo...
This Week in Anime - Does Kakegurui twin Hold Up To Its Sibling Series?
Kakegurui twin, a prequel series to Kakegurui following the exploits of Mary Saotome, has dropped on Netflix. Chris and Steve go all-in to determine whether this short series lives up to the original's unhinged thrills.
― Kakegurui twin, a prequel series to Kakegurui following the exploits of Mary Saotome, has dropped on Netflix. Chris and Steve go all-in to determine whether this short series lives...
The ANN Aftershow - Eyes, Legs or... What will Riko Choose?
The past and present collide this week as we learn what became of the Ganja corps Three Sages and their ties to the village.
― Eyes, Legs or... What will Riko Choose? The past and present collide this week as we learn what became of the Ganja corps Three Sages and their ties to the village. Plus: Get the lowdown on Crunchyroll Expo and a ton of new anime that are coming soon! The ANN After Show airs...
This Week in Anime - The Beauty of The Girl from the Other Side
It is strange, and haunting, and tender, and reaffirming all in one, and I cannot recommend it enough to people. This film is great. The manga's great. Nagabe's other works are great. Go check it all out.
― Wit Studio's new movie adapts Nagabe's ethereal manga about a young girl named Shiva and her life with her "Teacher," a man cursed with a demon-like appearance and no memory of his past. This ser...
This Week in Games - LOS INGOBERNABLES DE POKÉMON
It was a big week for Pokémon and Fate as we got new reveals for Scarlet/Violet and a trailer drop for Fate/EXTRA Record!
― Welcome back, everyone! It's been a week, so it's time for us to sit back down and talk about video games. You might think I wanna take some time to talk about Xenoblade Chronicles 3, but I actually want to dedicate some space to Digimon Survive. The poor game came out on the ev...
This Week in Anime - Why You Should Watch Lycoris Recoil
The girls-with-guns series features enough action movie tropes to keep the over-the-top fun rolling, just don't think about the plot too hard.
― The girls-with-guns series features enough action movie tropes to keep the over-the-top fun rolling, just don't think about the plot too hard. These series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this ...
The ANN Aftershow - Made in Abyss Delves into Reg's Mysterious Past
James and Lynzee try to survive another horrific episode of Made in Abyss as the series hints at Reg and Faputa's relationship.
― Made in Abyss Delves into Reg's Mysterious Past James and Lynzee try to survive another horrific episode of Made in Abyss as the series hints at Reg and Faputa's relationship. Also, a palette cleanser with the new My Hero Academia OVA and all the anime news you need to kn...
This Week in Anime - What the Heck is Going On in Yurei Deco?
Science SARU and Dai Sato's reimagining of the classic The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is closer to the original story beats than it appears, while also asking viewers to discern what's real and what's imaginary.
― Science SARU and Dai Sato's reimagining of the classic The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is closer to the original story beats than it appears, while also asking viewers to discern wh...
This Week in Games - We're Just Really Excited For Xenoblade 3, Okay?
Getting a copy of Xenoblade 3 might necessitate a plane ticket to NYC at this point!? Also: bid farewell to the Wii U and 3DS eShop, catch up on Dragon Quest news, and much much more!
― And so it is that we find ourselves here again. My name is Jean-Karlo and I'm happy to see you all again, if you're coming back—or for the first time, if you're new. I'm hoping you guys are having a good time—I know I...
This Week in Anime - Venture Into the Dark Underbelly of Isekai
Chris and Steve wade into this season's swamp of isekai series to see if there's anything worthwhile to undercover. It's sex, drugs, and slimes in This Week in Anime!
― Chris and Steve wade into this season's swamp of isekai series to see if there's anything worthwhile to undercover. It's sex, drugs, and slimes in This Week in Anime! These series is streaming on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and HIDIVE Disc...
The ANN Aftershow - Why Do Made in Abyss Hollows Look Like That...
Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to come to terms with some truly horrifying scenes in the latest episode of Made in Abyss. Hug your pets close folks, because this one is A LOT.
― Is Why Do Made in Abyss Hollows Look Like That... Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to come to terms with some truly horrifying scenes in the latest episode of Made in Abyss. Hug your pets close folks, because this one is A LOT. Al...
This Week in Anime - The Wasted Potential of Classroom of the Elite
It's not terrible, but it kind of feels like eating at a McDonald's that insists it's a 3-star restaurant. You might get an alright burger, but you're not gonna convince me it's a prime cut steak.
― The first season of Classroom of the Elite was divisive for both viewers and light novel readers. Nick and Nicky revisit the original season to see where the show went wrong. This series is streaming on ...
This Week in Games - Cowboys, Pirates and Ninja
Take a stroll down memory lane with Hideo Kojima's solar-focused western Boktai, meanwhile Revy gets ninja-fied, plus a buffet of Nintendo news in This Week in Games!
― Welcome back, everyone! I've been excited to get back into this column. I was blown over by the positive reception last week, thank you all kindly for the warm welcome. As a minor note, folks trying to type my name got it a little mix...
This Week in Anime - Serving Up Laughs with The Devil is a Part-Timer
It took nearly a decade for a sequel, but what was it that made the first season of The Devil is a Part-Timer so unforgettable? Nicky and Steve have your reverse-isekai meets workplace comedy combo ready!
― It took nearly a decade for a sequel, but what was it that made the first season of The Devil is a Part-Timer so unforgettable? Nicky and Steve have your reverse-isekai meets workplace comedy com...
The ANN Aftershow - Diving into Made in Abyss Season 2!
It's time for all the brutal, gross, and horrifying sights of Made in Abyss. Lynzee, and James are here to chat about the new season and get you all caught up on this week's news.
― Is Diving into Made in Abyss Season 2! It's time for all the brutal, gross, and horrifying sights of Made in Abyss. Lynzee, and James are here to chat about the new season and get you all caught up on this week's news. T...
This Week in Anime - What's the Big Deal About Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt?
Over a decade after its initial run, Trigger is picking up the Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt anime for a sequel. But what separates this series from other anime? Two words: Unapologetic crudeness.
― Over a decade after its initial run, Trigger is picking up the Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt anime for a sequel. But what separates this series from other anime? Two words: Unapologetic crudeness. ...
This Week in Games - Hellos and Good-Byes
Jean-Karlo kicks off his inaugural column with a boatload of game news from new Klonoa to the actual, literal Bayonetta 3 reveal. Also some kaiju, Sega, doggirls, and an AX game round-up is all here!
― Well, with Heidi gone I guess it's time for someone new to take the reins at This Week In Games!. It's a big role to fill, you need someone passionate about the classics, with a sharp-eye for the curre...
This Week in Anime - The Psychedelic Horror of Mononoke
Mononoke remains a unique entry in anime horror, keeping its cards close to its chest and starring an otherworldly, stoic protagonist.
― This week we're revisiting Mononoke (no not that one) in honor of the news that the series will get a new film 15 years after its original premiere. Mononoke remains a unique entry in anime horror, keeping its cards close to its chest and starring an otherworldly, ...
The ANN Aftershow - The Anime Expo Debriefing!
We're discussing the major anime, game, and manga news that's come out of Anime Expo, how the con went overall, and what needs to change moving forward.
― Is The Anime Expo Debriefing! We're discussing the major anime, game, and manga news that's come out of Anime Expo, how the con went overall, and what needs to change moving forward. The ANN After Show streams live on Mondays at 6pm PDT/9pm EDT. Y...
This Week in Anime - The Trashy Treasures of BASTARD!!
Jean-Karlo and Steve check in on the first half of this anime throwback. Buckle up for the might, magic, and mammaries of Bastard!! They really don't make them like this anymore.
― Jean-Karlo and Steve check in on the first half of this anime throwback. Buckle up for the might, magic, and mammaries of Bastard!! They really don't make them like this anymore. This series is streaming on Netflix Discla...
This Week in Games - See You Next
Heidi closes out her tenure at TWIG with info on the newly revived E3, Square-Enix's title release shuffling, and where you can still follow her excellent reviews into the future.
― And here it is, my final This Week in Games column. It's been a fantastic run, y'all. There's plenty of stuff to talk about this week, but before we get into that, I want to thank you all for reading this for so long. It'...
This Week in Anime - Komi Can't Communicate Season Two is Even Better
If you bounced off the first season of Komi Can't Communicate, you might want to give it another shot. Jean-Karlo and Nicky discuss how the expanded cast and friendships in the series really work together to make Komi's journey feel less co-dependent on Tadano.
― If you bounced off the first season of Komi Can't Communicate, you might want to give it another shot. Jean-Karlo and Nicky discuss how th...
This Week in Games - One More Direct for the Road
Heidi takes on one last Nintendo Direct before her incoming departure from the column.
― It's that time again! No, I'm not talking about Summer Games Done Quick... but you should still be watching (and donating) to that anyway. Yes, my friends, it's Nintendo Direct time again! My wish to discuss at least one more Nintendo Direct before I depart has been granted, and I am ever so thankful. A Mini Dire...
This Week in Anime - Is Spriggan Worth Watching?
Netflix revamps the classic action-adventure anime in a six-episode format. It's got a fresh coat of paint, but can Spriggan finally step out of Akira's shadow?
― Netflix revamps the classic action-adventure anime in a six-episode format. It's got a fresh coat of paint, but can Spriggan finally step out of Akira's shadow? This series is streaming on Netflix Disclaimer: The views and opinions express...
This Week in Games - Final Fantasy XVI's Goodest Boy
New Xenoblade Chronicles and Final Fantasy news dominate this week's column with a special shoutout to Torgal!
― Hey everybody! After last week's influx of big, BIG news, things are (thankfully) a bit quieter this week. I did a review of Sonic Origins over at GameSpot, where I was extremely nitpicky Nintendo launched a new Direct broadcast, but not the big, multi-game showcase we were all hoping for,...
This Week in Anime - All According to Kaguya-sama
As we approach the hour-long finale of Kaguya-sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-, Nick and Steve look back on the wild ride that led us here. Who will confess first, or will their egos once again get in the way of romantic bliss?
― As we approach the hour-long finale of Kaguya-sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-, Nick and Steve look back on the wild ride that led us here. Who will confess first, or w...
The ANN Aftershow - Is Fruits Basket -prelude- Worth Watching?
It's been a dry shojo season for way too long, so let's check out the new movie from the fan-favorite series Fruits Basket! Does this Kyoko and Katsuya origin story deliver the drama?
― Is Fruits Basket -prelude- Worth Watching? It's been a dry shojo season for way too long, so let's check out the new movie from the fan-favorite series Fruits Basket! Does this Kyoko and Katsuya origin story deliver ...
This Week in Anime - Totally Spy×Family
Easily one of the stand-out series of the season, Jean-Karlo and Nicky check out why this family of misfits is winning the hearts of everyone across the otaku-sphere.
― Easily one of the stand-out series of the season, Jean-Karlo and Nicky check out why this family of misfits is winning the hearts of everyone across the otaku-sphere. This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The views and ...
This Week in Games - Return of the Zack
Square-Enix reveals its continuing game plan for the FFVII franchise, and Zack is looking FINE.
― Welcome back to another news-tastic This Week in Games! If you're expecting to read anything here about recent Overwatch 2-related presentations, you are gravely mistaken, because after a year of having to constantly report on increasingly awful revelations about Activision-Blizzard's fetid corporate cul...
This Week in Anime - Celebrate Pride with Kase-san
Nick and Nicky revisit one of their favorite OAVs just in time for June. If you've put off watching this one (or haven't heard of it) now's a great time to fall in love with Kase and Yamada!
― Nick and Nicky revisit one of their favorite OAVs just in time for June. If you've put off watching this one (or haven't heard of it) now's a great time to fall in love with Kase and Yamada! This series is str...
The ANN Aftershow - Made in Abyss: Problematic Masterpiece?
Before the next season premieres in July, we're looking back on the previous season and sequel film for Made in Abyss. This anime is on Lynzee's "Masterpiece" list but it comes with a whole lot of caveats.
― Made in Abyss: Problematic Masterpiece? Before the next season premieres in July, we're looking back on the previous season and sequel film for Made in Abyss. This anime is on Lynzee's "Masterpi...
This Week in Anime - Scratch Your Sci-Fi Itch with Irresponsible Captain Tylor
If you find yourself missing the sci-fi shenanigans of series like Nadesico and Vandread in the seasonal line-up, why not take to the skies with Captain Tylor? Sure, he looks like a deadbeat, but he's actually really competent. Maybe. Probably.
― It's time revisit a classic this week! If you find yourself missing the sci-fi shenanigans of series like Nadesico and Vandread in the seasonal line-up, wh...
This Week in Games - Hot Wet Leaky Summer
Leaks and new trailers abound this summer. Heidi checks out the promising new look of Street Fighter 6 and salvages what she can from the underwhelming Summer Game Fest.
― So, not long after I submitted last week's column for editing, a huge leak of Street Fighter 6 information started making the rounds. Which, given the history of Capcom in general and Street Fighter in particular, isn't terribly su...
This Week in Anime - Fanfare of Adolescence Trips at the Starting Line
For a show occupying a unique premise this season, Fanfare of Adolescence can't decide what it wants to focus on. One thing's for sure, it could certainly use more horses.
― For a show occupying a unique premise this season, Fanfare of Adolescence can't decide what it wants to focus on. One thing's for sure, it could certainly use more horses for a jockey anime. This series is streaming on Crunchyro...
The ANN Aftershow - Who Will Confess First?
Kaguya-sama and SPY x FAMILY both ramp up the romantic developments. Is a confession on the horizon?
― Spy x Family & Kaguya-sama: Who Will Confess First? Kaguya-sama and Spy x Family both ramp up the romantic developments-- is a confession on the horizon? The ANN After Show streams live on Mondays at 6pm PDT/9pm EDT. You can find us live on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter Spaces or listen to the pod...
This Week in Anime - Does Ikkitousen Still Got It?
Ikkitousen, a 2000s-era series about reincarnated fighters from Romance of Three Kingdoms beating the crap out of each other with plenty of nudity is back. Prepare yourself for unabashed T&A in This Week in Anime!
― Back in the early 2000s, one series was driving the fanservice caravan. Ikkitousen, a series about reincarnated fighters from Romance of Three Kingdoms beating the crap out of each other...
This Week in Games - Bring out the Big Guns
June has only just started, and we've already got major updates for Final Fantasy XVI, Street Fighter VI, Pokémon, Sonic Frontiers, and more! Heidi takes a closer look.
― Jeez, June has only started, and we've already got a veritable summer avalanche of news to tackle! So, let's cut to the chase and dive into all of the hot new trailers that have dropped over the past week! STATE OF PLAY: EVERYTHING ...
This Week in Anime - Aharen-san is the Sleeper Comedy You Need to Watch
Two weirdos brought together by a fortuitous class seating chart. Raido and Aharen might share one braincell but lucky for you they're also hilarious.
― Two weirdos brought together by a fortuitous class seating chart. Raido and Aharen might share one braincell but lucky for you they're also hilarious. This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the partic...
This Week in Anime - Are Love After World Domination's Desumi and Fudo the Perfect Couple?
The key to a good romance of any kind is to make me want to see your couple together. For as silly as both Desumi and Fudo can be, they clear that bar with flying colors.
― The key to a good romance of any kind is to make me want to see your couple together. To watch them grow closer, fumble through feelings, and change as they learn more about each other and themselves. For as silly as both Desumi ...
This Week in Games - Gee, it's Gundam
The world might not be in a good shape right now, but Gundam and Persona have some neat new announcements. Heidi dives in for a look.
― Ah yes, once again I am tasked with writing about videogames in the shadow of unimaginably awful bullshit happening in the world around us. It's pretty tough, not only because the shadow of terrible things is weighing heavily in your mind, but it also feels extremely...
This Week in Anime - Is In the Heart of Kunoichi Tsubaki as Good as Takagi-san?
A female-only village of ninja may have met its match when its young kunoichi in training become aware of a terrifying yet titillating concept: men.
― A female-only village of ninja may have met its match when its young kunoichi in training become aware of a terrifying yet titillating concept: men. This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participan...
The ANN Aftershow - Is Vampire in the Garden Anime Any Good?
Jacki, James, and Lynzee check out Netflix's newest anime from fan-favorite studio WIT! Can the studio behind Attack on Titan and Ranking of Kings turn out another anime masterpiece?
― Is Vampire in the Garden Anime Any Good? Jacki, James, and Lynzee check out Netflix's newest anime from fan-favorite studio WIT! Can the studio behind Attack on Titan and Ranking of Kings turn out another anime master...
This Week in Anime - Is Vampire in the Garden Worth Watching?
Netflix's new five-episode anime series from Studio Wit takes the typical "vampire-human" war angle and crafts a love story. It's not reinventing the wheel, but it's a very, very good looking one.
― Netflix's new five-episode anime series from Studio Wit takes the typical "vampire-human" war angle and crafts a love story. It's not reinventing the wheel, but it's a very, very good looking one. This s...
This Week in Games - Starting Over from Zenless Zone Zero
Fresh off the success of Genshin Impact, miHoYo unveils the brand new Zenless Zone Zero. Plus, Heidi breaks down what's hilariously wrong with Activision Blizzard's Diversity Space Tool and the deal with PlayStation Plus.
― Hello again for another fine Week in Games! It's been a little while since I've done shameless self-promotion. So, before we begin, I'd like to point you over to my review of Eiyu...
This Week in Anime - The Executioner and Her Way Hot Wife
Who knew that the answer to the isekai trend was bringing together a group of murder wives and letting them go hog-wild?
― Who knew that the answer to the isekai trend was bringing together a group of murder wives and letting them go hog-wild? This series is streaming on HIDIVE Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network.Sp...
This Week in Anime - Dance Dance Danseur for Your Life
Jumpei is just a middle school kid who wants to be cool and manly. Yet, deep inside him is a growing need to dance and not just any dance, ballet. Dive in to anime about being true to yourself and letting your inner self sparkle!
― Jumpei is just a middle school kid who wants to be cool and manly. Yet, deep inside him is a growing need to dance and not just any dance, ballet. He lacks training and f...
This Week in Games - The Tales Mobile Curse
While Duke Nukem drama is forever, the latest Tales mobile game certainly isn't. Heidi discusses the shuttered mobage game and a kerfuffle over Street Fighter in This Week in Games!
― I don't know what I was expecting in game news this week, but I can say that I certainly didn't expect the revival of decades-old gaming drama. But here it is. Someone managed to get ahold of an old build of Duke Nukem ...
This Week in Anime - Why You Should Party With Ya Boy Kongming!
It's time to party like it's 229! Ya Boy Kongming! is on the scene to inject some surefire strategies into one girl's aspiring EDM music career. See why everyone is talking about the comedy series (and its catchy OP)!
― It's time to party like it's 229! Ya Boy Kongming! is on the scene to inject some surefire strategies into one girl's aspiring EDM music career. See why everyone is talking about the...
The ANN Aftershow - Ballet Anime? Why You Should Watch Dance Dance Danseur
James, Lynzee, and Jacki discuss the big reveals in Executioner's Way of Life, why you should watch Dance Dance Danseur, and some special art created for the SPY x FAMILY anime.
― Ballet Anime? Why You Should Watch Dance Dance Danseur James, Lynzee, and Jacki discuss the big reveals in Executioner's Way of Life, why you should watch Dance Dance Danseur, and some special art created for the Spy x Fam...
This Week in Anime - Birdie Wing Has Big Camp Energy
From the crazed mind of Madlax and Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid comes a women's sports story with mafiosos, snake women, high-energy trickshots, and oh yeah, golf! Just when you think you know where Birdie Wing is going, the course changes again.
― From the crazed mind of Madlax and Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid comes a women's sports story with mafiosos, snake women, high-energy trickshots, and oh yeah, golf!...
This Week in Games - What in The Fresh Hell is Going On With Square-Enix?
With Square-Enix selling off its western studios and IPs, Heidi explores what that means for the game company and where it could be headed from here.
― Hello again! It's another week with… honestly not a lot of gaming news, but what we do have is very much worth digging into. This would normally be the time of year where E3 hype would start building… except that E3 got taken out back behind the barn ...
The ANN Aftershow - Wait, This is a GOLF Anime?!
Jacki and James are back to discuss the spy shenanigans as Loid tries to get Anya into school. Also Birdie Wing is the sports anime you NEED to watch, as it injects crazy action into...golf?!
― Wait, This is a GOLF Anime?! Lynzee is taking some time off this week but Jacki and James are back to discuss the spy shenanigans as Loid tries to get Anya into school. Also Birdie Wing is the sports anime yo...
This Week in Anime - The Worst Game to Play With Your Tomodachi
With friends like these, who needs enemies? Tomodachi Game is this season's edgy survival game, but does it have the chops to stand above a long line of mediocre copycats?
― With friends like these, who needs enemies? Tomodachi Game is this season's edgy survival game, but does it have the chops to stand above a long line of mediocre copycats? This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The ...
This Week in Anime - Is Bubble a Flop?
Bubble boasts big names like Tetsuro Araki, Gen Urobuchi, Takeshi Obata, and Hiroyuki Sawano, but does the appeal of this blockbuster sci-fi romance deflate upon further inspection?
― WIT Studio's new anime film Bubble boasts big names like Tetsuro Araki, Gen Urobuchi, Takeshi Obata, and Hiroyuki Sawano, but does the appeal of this blockbuster sci-fi romance deflate upon further inspection? This fil...
This Week in Games - Burning Bridges
Game producer Yuji Naka just spilled all the tea on Balan Wonderland's poor reception and he's pointing the finger at Square Enix.
― Boy, it's a messy week for online services starting with the letters TWIT, huh? There's a lot of toxicity and anger online right now, and I don't blame anyone who wants to take a break from their online lives and play The Stanley Parable for a while. For me, though, the...
This Week in Anime - Is Gundam 00's Craziness a Bug or a Feature?
Following the announcement of a new CG entry in the Gundam 00 universe, Jean-Karlo and Nick revisit the first arc of the anime series and all of its on-the-nose allegory to the real war in the Middle East. Plus, split personalities!
― Following the announcement of a new CG entry in the Gundam 00 universe, Jean-Karlo and Nick revisit the first arc of the anime series and all of its on-the-nose allego...
This Week in Anime - Is Child of Kamiari Month Worth Watching?
It's a crash course in Shintoism in Takana Shirai's directorial debut about a young girl who moves to Izumo after the loss of her mother.
― It's a crash course in Shintoism in Takana Shirai's directorial debut about a young girl who moves to Izumo after the loss of her mother. This movie is streaming on Netflix Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not ...
The ANN Aftershow - Spy x Family is the Best Anime of the Season?
James and Lynzee are back to discuss the spring anime season's biggest hits: SPY x FAMILY and The Executioner and Her Way of Life! What's your favorite Anya face?
― Spy x Family is the Best Anime of the Season? James and Lynzee are back to discuss the spring anime season's biggest hits: Spy x Family and The Executioner and Her Way of Life! What's your favorite Anya face? Chat with us live about the ...
This Week in Games - Nintendo and Sega, How Could You?
Micro-transactions and union-busting top the news this week as we try to figure out which Sonic Origins version to buy to get the whole game.
― Y'know, I really feel for the people who have been working for four-odd years on Digimon Survive. This week, we finally got a release date for this constantly-delayed, incredibly cursed game. Digimon Survive will end its arduous journey to retail shelves worl...
This Week in Anime - What the Hell is Going On in Estab Life?
Estab Life: Great Escape defies explanation. A penguin Eastern bloc, a slime girl obsessed with underpants, and not an iota of sense in sight. Steve and Nick try to make sense of this entertainingly incoherent mess of a show.
― Estab Life: Great Escape defies explanation. A penguin Eastern bloc, a slime girl obsessed with underpants, and not an iota of sense in sight. Steve and Nick try to make sens...
This Week in Anime - Does Kenichi Sonoda's Riding Bean Hold Up?
Kenichi Sonoda's musclehead getaway driver Bean Bandit is the subject of a recent crowdfunding campaign for a new anime short, 30 years after he appeared in Riding Bean. Jean-Karlo and Nicky evaluate how both anime hold up, warts and all.
― Kenichi Sonoda's iconic characters make up some of the biggest hits of the 80s and 90s, from Bubblegum Crisis to Gunsmith Cats. One character is the musclehead g...
This Week in Games - Let's Talk About Kingdom Hearts
Heidi speculates on wtf is going on in the new Kingdom Hearts game and holy crap Witch on the Holy Night is getting a Western release?!
― Hi folks. Boy, uh… pretty big announcement this weekend, huh? But before we get into that, I want to touch on something very briefly: there's some controversy going down among fans of the Touhou Project about recent requests to remove downloads of the original game...
This Week in Anime - Is Strong World Peak One Piece?
Suffering from One Piece withdrawal while the anime series is on hiatus? Netflix added One Piece Film Strong World to its line-up last month and it works as spectacular side story as we wait for the Wano arc to return.
― Suffering from One Piece withdrawal while the anime series is on hiatus? Netflix added One Piece Film Strong World to its line-up last month and it works as spectacular side story a...
The ANN Aftershow - The Best Spring 2022 Anime Premieres!
Lynzee and James break down the most promising anime premieres this season from rom-coms to action-packed executioners! Also get the latest updates about the anime dubbing industry and why you need to put Sonic 2 and Everything, Everywhere all at once on your must-watch list.
― The Best Spring 2022 Anime Premieres! Lynzee and James break down the most promising anime premieres this season from rom-c...
This Week in Anime - Your Tiger & Bunny Primer
Want to know what all the hubbub is about the superhero series Tiger & Bunny but haven't seen the original season? Fear not, citizens! Jean-Karlo and Nicky are ready to give you the official This Week in Anime™ experience.
― Want to know what all the hubbub is about the superhero series Tiger & Bunny but haven't seen the original season? Fear not, citizens! The recap movie and sequel are on Netflix ...
This Week in Games - Secret Gaming Shame
In today's retro and remake-focused column, Heidi reveals her secret gaming shame: she's never played The Secret of Monkey Island. Which older games have you never found the time to experience?
― It's another one of those slow news weeks, where there's no one story or stories that stand out as particularly huge that I'd need to opine over. Well, okay, there's one announcement that made my social medi...
This Week in Anime - Where Did Platinum End Go Wrong?
Platinum End plummeted to the bottom of the series ranking episode after episode. How did a show with a pedigree like "from the creators of Death Note" crash and burn so hard?
― Platinum End plummeted to the bottom of the series ranking episode after episode. How did a show with a pedigree like "from the creators of Death Note" crash and burn so hard? This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaim...
The ANN Aftershow - Attack on Titan the Final Season: The Big Finale!
We've reached the end of the road (almost, again)! Mikasa and Eren reflect back on the path of destruction. Was there ever a point when Eren could have been saved?
― Attack on Titan the Final Season: The Big Finale! We've reached the end of the road (almost, again)! Mikasa and Eren reflect back on the path of destruction. Was there ever a point when Eren could have been saved? Can the world still be...
This Week in Anime - When in Rome, Bathe as the Romans Do
Thermae Romae Novae looks to reinvigorate Mari Yamazaki's historical comedy manga about bath culture with a brand new series on Netflix. Does this version manage to bring the silly charm or is its topic too niche?
― Thermae Romae Novae looks to reinvigorate Mari Yamazaki's historical comedy manga about bath culture with a brand new series on Netflix. Does this version manage to bring the silly charm...
This Week in Games - RIP E3
I don't think shitcanning the 2022 show is going to raise any confidence among potential exhibitors or attendees of a theoretical 2023 event, guys.
― Hey everyone, it's April Fools’ Day! Unfortunately, I have to submit this the day before April 1st, which means that by the time you read this, every company out there is going to be yukkin’ it up with their pranks, and I won't be able to cover any of t...
This Week in Anime - Does Ranking of Kings Nail the Landing?
Wit Studio's sweeping fantasy series wrapped up this season. Did it live up to its expectations to be one of the best series of the year?
― Wit Studio's sweeping fantasy series wrapped up this season. Did it live up to its expectations to be one of the best series of the year? This series is streaming on Crunchyroll and Funimation Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in t...
This Week in Anime - Is Salaryman's Club Worth Watching
This sports series starring male office workers got off to a late start, but is it a hidden gem of the Winter 2022 season?
― This sports series starring male office workers got off to a late start, but is it a hidden gem of the Winter 2022 season? This series is streaming on Crunchyroll Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News N...
This Week in Games -The New Testament
Here's the Good News from Daisuke Ishiwatari: Testament has made a glorious return to Guilty Gear.
― Heyo! We're finally exiting the doldrums of winter to enjoy the abundant foliage of spring. Even so, many of us don't feel compelled to go outside after two months’ worth of massive game releases, capped off by Kirby and the Forgotten Land dropping today. This weekend, I'll be balancing playing that a...
This Week in Anime - Is Shenmue the Animation the Perfect Video Game Adaptation?
A protagonist that's thick as a brick, plenty of goons to bust, and all the forklift action a Shenmue fan could ask for. Is it possible that Shenmue the Animation is the perfect video game adaptation?
― A protagonist that's thick as a brick, plenty of goons to bust, and all the forklift action a Shenmue fan could ask for. Is it possible that Shenmue the Animation is the perfect video game adaptation...
The ANN Aftershow - Mikasa and Annie Steal the Show
Join Jacki and Lynzee as we discuss the latest episode of Attack on Titan The Final Season, This episode is full of amazing animation as Mikasa and Annie let loose on the Jaegerists!
― The ANN Aftershow - Mikasa and Annie Steal the Show James is out for vacation so join Jacki and Lynzee as we discuss the latest episode of Attack on Titan the Final Season Part 2 Episode 86: “Retrospective.” This epis...
This Week in Anime - Spotlighting Eve's Big Netlix Debut
Fan-favorite music artist Eve has his own extended music video narrative on Netflix. The 60-minute feature compiles many of Eve's best songs to create a loose, over-arching narrative featuring a one-eyed shadow man whose motives are a mystery.
― Fan-favorite music artist Eve has his own extended music video narrative on Netflix. The 60-minute feature compiles many of Eve's best songs with indie anim...
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