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2h ago
Illustrator rurudo's original character Elle is being released as a 1/6 scale figure by ENSOUTOYS. Pre-orders opened on July 3, 2026, at the online shop AmiAmi. The figure stands approximately 130mm tall including its base, and comes with a fluffy base and an acrylic keychain bonus. It is priced at 9,400 yen at AmiAmi, with a reference price of 10,450 yen. The figure is scheduled to ship in January 2027. A separate figure of another rurudo original character, Eve, in an AGAPE version, was also announced on the same day by manufacturer OMAHA, priced at 24,250 yen and set for June 2027 release.
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In an interview with Anime News Network, the director, character designer, and voice actor for Kuroe discuss the themes of the Kaiju Girl Caramelise anime adaptation. The team explains how the series uses a teenage girl transforming into a giant kaiju when she falls in love as a metaphor for adolescent insecurity and the chaotic feelings of romance.
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Might and Delight announced that the online RPG Book of Travels will become a fully offline title on July 31, 2026. The game, which entered Steam Early Access in 2021, saw its development team shrink from 35 to 10 after disappointing launch sales. The price has been reduced to 655 yen, with a 75% Steam Summer Sale discount bringing it to 163 yen.
3h ago
HOBBY REALM is releasing a 1/6 scale figure of Cittory, a witch girl illustrated by Chochomi. Pre-orders are open at AmiAmi for a regular edition and a deluxe edition with an art board and cloth poster. The figure stands about 280mm tall and is scheduled for release in April 2027.
4h ago
All 127 episodes of the first Inazuma Eleven TV anime will be broadcast for free on ABEMA's Family Anime 2 Channel starting July 4, released sequentially over 10 days. The film Inazuma Eleven: The Movie 2025 will also air for free on July 13. Each day's episodes are available for catch-up viewing for seven days after broadcast.
6h ago
B-Side Co. released a 60-minute free trial video for the work-focus game Memory of Memorie: A Chill Story on July 3. The video shows the witch Memorie working alongside the player against Celtic-style BGM, responding to user feedback that the demo's playtime limit was too short. A Pomodoro version with breaks is also available. The full game is due summer 2026 on PC, Switch, and Switch 2.
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Room6 and Game Studio released the puzzle adventure game 'UNDERGROUNDED' on Steam on July 3, 2026. The game follows a heartbroken young man named Scott who descends into a labyrinth beneath Manhattan to retrieve a lost engagement ring, encountering American history-themed dungeons, puzzles, and a canary companion that offers hints.
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Facepunch Studios released the large update "Common Ground" for the survival game Rust on July 3, 2026. The update introduces the Apartment Complex monument, where players can rent rooms using scrap. Room options range from basement units to penthouses, with higher-tier rooms offering perks such as extra storage and heating. Rent must be paid regularly; failure leads to eviction and confiscation of all belongings. A master key hidden on the island allows temporary access to any apartment for five minutes. The complex also includes a shopping street where players can rent and manage stores, adjusting inventory and prices like vending machines. Stores left open for six hours can be taken over by paying a higher rent. Additional changes include a softcore mode with doubled resource gathering and a raidable time window, a new clan system with role permissions and dedicated chat, and various quality-of-life improvements. The update is available now on Steam, where Rust is also on sale at 50% off until July 10.
7h ago
Square Enix has released the digital version of Final Fantasy X-2.5 ~Eien no Daishou~, a novel by Kazushige Nojima that continues the story after Final Fantasy X-2. The book follows Yuna and Tidus on a new adventure in Spira and is available at e-book stores for 1,540 yen.
7h ago
Toy Story 5 opened in Japan on July 3, 2026, following a record-breaking US debut that earned approximately $160 million in its opening weekend. The film's worldwide box office has surpassed $585 million, exceeding the final totals of Toy Story and Toy Story 2. The Japanese dub cast includes Alice Hirose as the new character Lily Pad, with comments from the actress and details on theater bonuses.
7h ago
Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment, United Artists, and Amazon MGM Studios have acquired the film rights to The Mandela Catalogue, a YouTube analog horror series. Original creator Alex Kister will direct and co-write the script with Tyler Clifton. The series, launched in 2021, follows alien beings called Alternates that impersonate humans in a fictional Wisconsin county.
8h ago
Nijisanji VTuber Towa Kendo will release her first mini album Augment on July 15, 2026. The album contains seven songs. First press editions include a bonus Blu-ray with documentary footage or a bonus CD of rearranged and cover songs, plus a serial code for advance lottery tickets to her real solo live Kyoku Kyōen. Animate stores offer exclusive bonuses and eight promotional campaigns.
8h ago
Bandai's SUPER BEST series will reissue the DX Brace Buckle from Kamen Rider Blade, the DX K-Taros from Kamen Rider Den-O, and two sets of DX Gashats and accessories from Kamen Rider Ex-Aid. All four items launch on July 25, 2026, priced between 4,400 and 9,900 yen.
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Furyu announced a Steam Deluxe Edition for its upcoming roguelike action game "CRYMELIGHT" on July 3, 2026, after the title surpassed 50,000 wishlist registrations on Steam. The game is set for release on November 5, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Steam. The Steam Deluxe Edition includes an exclusive complete soundtrack of 30 BGM tracks by composer Sakura, alongside other content matching the deluxe editions for the console versions: a set of six DLC items (weapons and accessories), a digital art book titled "Memoirs of the Invited," a special soundtrack, and a special voice drama. The standard download edition is priced at 3,278 yen, while the Steam Deluxe Edition costs 6,900 yen. Alongside the announcement, Furyu released an introduction trailer narrated and set in the prison "Wonderland," where the protagonist Alice, a girl who has lost her memory, fights using her sins and playing cards. The official website's character page was also updated with sample voice clips, voice interviews with the cast discussing "confessions they want to make," and interactive buttons tied to each character's sin. A participatory campaign on X (formerly Twitter) themed around sin and confession runs until July 10, offering prizes including an original goods set and a 5,000 yen gift card.
9h ago
GOKKO Co., Ltd. released the vertical short drama 'That Girl is a Frenemy' on the POPCORN app on July 3, 2026. The two-episode immoral suspense story follows a woman who discovers her boyfriend's engagement to her best friend via social media after six months of no contact. The cast includes Shiori Iwanami, Kai Hayasaka, and Maika. Ryo Araki directed and wrote the screenplay.
9h ago
Bandai Spirits will release the 'Nyaaruz Collection' prize figure series for To Love-Ru Darkness, featuring nine heroines in cat cosplay, across four consecutive months starting July 2026. The first wave includes Lala Satalin Deviluke, Sairenji Haruna, and Yuuki Mikan, each about 250mm tall. A giveaway campaign runs until July 10.
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STRICT-G will release four embroidered T-shirts featuring logos from the Gundam series on July 18, 2026. Pre-orders are open now on Premium Bandai. The shirts cost 7,700 yen each and come in sizes M to XXL. Designs include the Principality of Zeon, Char Aznable, Amuro Ray, and the MAFTY mark.
9h ago
Bandai Spirits has published the page for the Ichiban Kuji Anime Jujutsu Kaisen 5th Anniversary Final lottery, revealing new big acrylic stand prizes for the D to G categories. The lottery will be released sequentially from September 26, 2026, at FamilyMart and other retailers, with each play costing 800 yen.
9h ago
Furyu announced multiple updates for the upcoming roguelike action game 'Crymelight' on July 3, 2026, including a PC (Steam) Deluxe Edition to celebrate over 50,000 wishlist registrations, the release of an introduction trailer, character voice updates on the official website, and a confession-themed campaign on X. The game launches November 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam).
10h ago
Popopo Inc. began selling a new holographic suit designed by illustrator Take on July 3, 2026. The suit is available in two variants and can be used for video calls and streaming within the Popopo app, which replaces the camera with real-time generated camera cuts.
10h ago
Crunchyroll announced the English dub cast and crew for the second season of the Skeleton Knight in Another World anime, which premieres on July 4. The dub features Brandon Johnson as Arc and Caitlin Glass as Ariane, among others. The season will stream on Crunchyroll and air on Japanese channels starting July 4.
10h ago
Bandai is releasing a CSM Transformation Belt Typhoon Old No. 1 Edition to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Kamen Rider. The belt replicates the original design from episodes 1-13 of the 1971 series, using new molds to capture the distinct shape of the Typhoon windmill, side buckle, and back. It includes voice lines by Hiroshi Fujioka, sound effects, and BGM. Pre-orders open July 3, 2026, on Premium Bandai for 55,000 yen, with delivery scheduled for November 2026.
10h ago
Medicom Toy has released a 400% size BE@RBRICK figure of Supergirl from the 2026 film. The figure stands 28 cm tall, costs 16,500 yen, and is available for pre-order until July 10, 2026, with shipment scheduled for October 2026.
10h ago
Good Smile Arts Shanghai is releasing a 1/7 scale painted figure of Seia from Blue Archive. The figure features the Tea Party member with a quiet pose and long-tailed tits perched on her hand and head. Pre-orders are open on Amazon Japan at 24,300 yen, with a scheduled release of June 30, 2027.
10h ago
Emails between Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and Pentagon CTO Emil Michael, made public in court filings on June 30, 2026, show the breakdown of their relationship over restrictions on AI use for mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. The Pentagon terminated its contract with Anthropic on February 28, 2026, after Amodei refused to lift those restrictions. Anthropic is suing to overturn the Pentagon's designation of the company as a supply chain risk.
11h ago
Snail Shell is releasing a 1/7 scale figure of Ling Xin from the Chinese anime Star Guardian Soul of the Planet, reproducing her ending appearance. The figure uses a 5-axis machining mold and 12-color pad printing for the eyes. It includes a large mouse pad that doubles as a background sheet. Pre-orders are open on Amazon Japan at 13,191 yen, with release scheduled for June 30, 2027.
11h ago
Entergram announced the Steam version of 'Okayunyumu! R' will release on August 7. The game is a winter travel story set in Aomori starring Hololive VTuber Nekomata Okayu, featuring multiple mini-games and ASMR effects. It is already available on PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
11h ago
Bandai will release the Gashapon "TOY STORY Funny Time!" from the third week of July. The series includes four types of figures-Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Lotso, and Forky-each about 5.7 cm tall with humorous expressions and poses. Each play costs 400 yen.
12h ago
Indent's creative platform Nola will begin single-volume distribution of three new titles from its original novel labels Nola Books Glanz and Nola Books Bloom on July 4, 2026. The releases include the grand prize winners of the 1st Nola Original Grand Prize: Kiss the Fading Heroic Tale ~End of RPG~ and I Will Defeat the Demon King with Only a Club. The titles will be available on multiple stores including Amazon Kindle.
12h ago
Nestopi released the Timer Update for the work companion adventure game Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story on July 3. The update adds a count-up timer, responding to player requests for a work mode not bound by time limits. Timer customization features including sound changes, volume settings, and preset creation are also included. To mark the update, Nestopi began a two-day collaboration with Tatsunami, creator of Sukoshi Zurui Puzzle. New puzzles drawn by Tatsunami are being posted on Nestopi's official X account. Players can measure their solve time with the new count-up timer and enter a lottery for smartphone full version upgrade codes. The Steam version of Chill with You: Lo-Fi Story is 25% off until July 10, and a limited-time bundle with Tatsunami's Yuugou Puzzle offers an additional 15% discount, bringing the effective discount to 36%. The game is available on PC via Steam, iOS, and Android.
12h ago
Mahjong Pros Publishing, the imprint from the mahjong set company, announced two new manga licenses during Manga Mavericks' panel at Anime Expo. Golden Sakura, by Sayaka Okada and Kazuo Maekawa, follows a failed pro mahjong player who crossdresses to enter the women's league. Maetel of the Glassy Sea, by Katakei and Yoshiki Suda, follows a college student who finds mahjong after a failed film career. Both release in November 2026 in physical and digital formats.
12h ago
Furyu is releasing the Kasane Teto Mochipiko Mascot King Ver. as a prize at amusement facilities nationwide. The mascot, designed by illustrator Nemari, features an expressive version of the character. It will be available from the second week of July.
12h ago
VTuber and rapper Peanuts-kun has collaborated with Wednesday Campanella on the song "Ichigo Got it (feat. Peanuts-kun)", releasing July 22. It is Wednesday Campanella's first collaboration song. The track imagines Shiuha and Peanuts-kun strawberry picking, with an EDM sound by Hidefumi Kenmochi and lyrics satirizing modern society.
13h ago
Myca Co., Ltd. released a web version of its trading card management app DMM Myca in July 2026, letting users buy cards from PCs and browsers. Total membership has exceeded 400,000. A commemorative campaign from July 3 to July 8 offers first-time buyers a 10% discount up to 20,000 yen.
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Susumu Hirasawa's official YouTube channel released six short live performance videos on July 2, including tracks from Kaku P-MODEL and Hirasawa + KAININ shows. The official X account said more live videos will be posted gradually. Hirasawa is also set to perform at Fuji Rock Festival '26 later this month.
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IntoFree Co., Ltd. announced general domestic sales of the NARE FACIAL TRACKER, a third-party accessory that adds eye and mouth tracking to standalone VR HMDs, will begin at noon on July 4, 2026. The product, designed by South Korea's Nare Motion, sold out in two minutes during a limited pre-sale in June. It supports Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest 3S, Pico 4, and Pico 4 Ultra, and uses Project Babble for face tracking. The retail price is 32,450 yen.
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Gree Entertainment released advance cuts, a synopsis, and a web preview for Episode 2 of the TV anime 'LV999 no Murabito', titled 'Lv2: Because I'm the Biggest Fool'. The episode continues the story of Kagami Kouji and the demon girl Alice. A non-credit ending video will premiere on July 8, 2026, following the broadcast. The series is based on a novel series with over 4 million cumulative copies in print.
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Frictional Games and publisher Kepler Interactive announced on July 3 that the sci-fi mystery adventure 'ONTOS' has been delayed from 2026 to 2027. The developer cited the need for more polish to realize the game's ambitious scale, scope, and narrative depth. 'ONTOS' is set on the lunar base Samsara and follows protagonist Aditi Amani investigating her father's cult legacy. It is positioned as a spiritual successor to the acclaimed horror title 'SOMA'.
14h ago
ABEMA has announced five moving anime for free streaming in conjunction with Tears Day on July 3, 2026. The lineup includes Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, CLANNAD, Angel Beats!, Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World, and Crayon Shin-chan. Each work is selected for its emotional impact.
14h ago
MegaHouse announced the re-release of its GGG Series Mobile Suit Z Gundam Four Murasame figure. The 19 cm painted PVC figure features a clear jacket with partial transparent paint, a dedicated base, and is priced at 19,800 yen. Orders opened July 2, 2026, with shipping scheduled for December 2026.
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Relic Entertainment announced Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, a standalone wave-based defense game with roguelite progression. It launches July 30 on PC via Steam, supports 2-player co-op, and features four factions, 36 boss types, and eight difficulty levels.
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Medicom Entertainment is releasing a Chozo Art Collection figure set of Johnny Joestar and his horse Slow Dancer from the anime Steel Ball Run JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. The set stands 300mm tall and 305mm wide, priced at 28,600 yen, and ships in December 2026. Pre-orders open July 3 at the Medicom online shop and other retailers.
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Singapore-based developer Elementa released a new gameplay PV for its upcoming urban fantasy open-world RPG 'Silver Palace' on July 3. The approximately three-minute video, set in the Victorian-style metropolis Sylvania, centers on a dialogue between the female detective protagonist and a mysterious figure called Red Rose. It shows exploration, investigation and deduction systems, parry-based action combat, a story that switches between male and female protagonist perspectives, and cooperative scenes with other characters. Life elements visible in the PV include walking around town, traveling by silver pegasus, using public transportation, visiting pawn shops, and playing board games. The music is a modern reconstruction of classical music. At the same time, Elementa is recruiting participants for the second closed beta test, named the 'Dichotomy Test', for PC (Windows). The application period runs until July 17 at 0:59. Selection is by lottery; applicants must fill out a recruitment questionnaire on the official website. The game is built with Unreal Engine 5 and is planned for release on consoles, PC, and smartphones, though pricing and release timing have not been announced.
14h ago
MAGI Inc. announced that the daughter-raising simulation game Magical Princess has sold over 300,000 units since its April 28 release on Steam. An update adds Mac support, a Change Appearance feature, costume carry-over for new playthroughs, and two collaboration costumes from the board game Magical Bakery. A voting campaign for the next costume is underway on the official X account.
15h ago
Kodansha USA Publishing announced during its Anime Expo panel on Thursday seven new print releases for spring 2026, including the prose collection Witch Hat Atelier: Special Stories, the yuri thriller Fatale Game, and the historical fantasy The Chronicles of Leënde. Other titles are The Serenade of Spring Thunder, Myther, and the classic Phoenix, along with Historié.
15h ago
The Yokohama-based music project UNI SOUND GROOVE, formed by staff of used instrument company UNI SOUND, will premiere the music video for its ninth instrumental track 'Urban Nova' on July 3, 2026. The track blends acid jazz, post-neo-soul hip-hop, and live band energy, running about five minutes.
15h ago
Nearly Done Games announced that 'Roll Together', a chaotic co-op action game for two players, will launch on July 15 for PC via Steam. Each player controls one side of a giant roller, navigating physics-based courses filled with traps. A demo is available now.
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Premium Bandai opens pre-orders July 3 for a metallic repaint of the Deforeal Evangelion Unit-02 Beast "G" Mode figure, a Godzilla vs. Evangelion crossover piece depicting Unit-02 eroded by G-cells. The 17cm PVC figure costs 16,500 yen and ships in September 2026.
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Independent developer Ito Tsumugi released the simulation RPG Yureisia Heroic Chronicles - Chronicle of Arstenia500 - on Steam for free on July 3. The game offers 15-20 hours of play, over 30 characters, and a 250,000-character scenario about an exiled princess and a knight reclaiming their homeland.
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Nexon released the CROWN update for MapleStory on July 2, adding Hyper Burning BEYOND for accelerated leveling, the Challengers World Season 3, and remasters for the Kinesis and Wild Hunter jobs. Further content is scheduled through August.