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AR sports developer meleap announced that Hori, an IT support company based in Asakura, Fukuoka, will begin operating as an official HADO partner from August 1, 2026. The satellite expansion will bring HADO events to corporate, municipal, commercial, and educational venues across Fukuoka and Kyushu. A free trial event featuring HADO SHOOT and HADO MONSTER BATTLE is scheduled for August 8 and 9.
Phoenix Game and Shadowlight released the suspense adventure game Kill The Shadow on PC via Steam. Players take on the role of former police officer and detective Aguan in a divided post-war city, investigating a series of gruesome murders. The game features a deduction system for gathering and connecting clues, and a partner called Shadow who can read the memories of the dead. It supports Japanese and is priced at 2,500 yen, with a 10% discount to 2,250 yen until August 19.
The theatrical anime SEKIRO: NO DEFEAT, based on FromSoftware's action-adventure game SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE, will screen nationwide for a limited three-week period starting September 4. The detailed story flow has not been revealed, but the trailer and synopsis confirm shared basic settings with the game, though the anime may not follow the same story.
A garage kit of Ashina Castle from Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice was displayed at Wonder Festival 2026 Summer. The kit includes the castle town and main keep, priced at 50,000 yen. It recreates scenes like the Blazing Bull and the fight with Gyoubu Masataka Oniwa.
Platz is releasing the second wave of its Girls und Panzer 1/64 RC Senshado Series in August 2026. The M4 Sherman from Saunders University Affiliated High School and the Tiger II from Kuromorimine Girls Academy are pre-painted finished models with printed school emblems. They support up to eight units for simultaneous infrared battles, include sound and vibration effects, and come with deformed figures of Kay and Erika Itsumi.
The doujin circle Secret Society Matenrou Keikaku announced on August 6 that its retro-style adventure game Gate to Die will release for free on PC via Steam at midnight on August 7. The game is a survival craft adventure inspired by the 1989 adventure game Shadowgate, which was released for the Family Computer in Japan by Kemco. Players control a scholar who wakes up in an unfamiliar mansion with no memory of how they arrived, and must use command selection and crafting to escape. The game features six action commands including move, examine, talk, use, take, and throw, and is filled with many unfair deaths, including instant death scenarios if the player performs actions in the wrong order. Players can also use items on themselves, which can lead to absurd deaths. The game includes a crafting system for combining materials, survival elements where placing furniture improves living conditions, and battles against enemies. Playtime is approximately 8 hours. The developer, Uta, stated on X that the game is free because they believe no monetary value should be generated from it, and streaming and let's play videos are completely prohibited. The game will also be exhibited at Tokyo Game Dungeon 13 on August 8 with playable demos.
The staff for the From Overshadowed to Overpowered anime revealed three new cast members for characters appearing in the seventh episode. Shinichirō Kamio, Rina Kawaguchi, and Hiroki Takahashi join the cast. The anime premiered in Japan on June 25 and streams on Crunchyroll.
Episode 17 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm reveals that Akio, a member of Jin's squad, wanted Yuru dead, a fact set up back in episode 4. The episode also develops Gabby, who tries to kill Akio after he threatens to destroy the Kagemori compound. The review praises Hiromu Arakawa's long-game plotting.
On August 3, 2026, the production committee for the theatrical anime SEKIRO: NO DEFEAT released a new set of character cuts featuring six main characters. The film, based on FromSoftware's action-adventure game SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE, is produced by Qzil.la and directed by Kenichi Kutsuna, with character designs by Takahiro Kishida. The newly released cuts show Wolf, Kuro, Genichiro Ashina, Emma, Owl, and Isshin Ashina, each captured at a moment of resolve and unyielding conviction. Wolf, a one-armed shinobi, stands in a bamboo grove with a scar on his forehead, while Kuro, his master, holds a hand to his forehead with a smile that blends nobility and innocence. Genichiro Ashina, grandson of Isshin, wears a helmet catching ominous light, and Emma draws her sword on a dim grassland. Owl emerges from darkness, and Isshin, the Sword Saint, shows a dignified bearing despite his age. The film is scheduled for a limited three-week run in theaters nationwide starting September 4, 2026. A completion screening with stage greetings will be held on August 14 at United Cinemas Toyosu, featuring voice actors Daisuke Namikawa, Miyuki Sato, Kenjiro Tsuda, and Shizuka Ito, along with director Kutsuna.
Episode 16 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm focuses on Yuru's interrogation by Hayato and Asuma, who try to recruit him with promises of freedom and reminders of betrayal. Yuru resists, trusting his allies and stalling for rescue. Dera's loyalty is also questioned in a separate scene.
The theatrical anime 'SEKIRO: NO DEFEAT,' based on FromSoftware's action-adventure game 'SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE,' will hold a completion screening with stage greetings on August 14, 2026, at United Cinemas Toyosu. The event, announced on July 24 by Qzil.la and KADOKAWA, includes an advance showing of the film followed by appearances from voice actors Daisuke Namikawa (Wolf), Miyuki Sato (Kuro), Kenjiro Tsuda (Genichiro Ashina), Shizuka Ito (Emma), and director Kenichi Kutsuna. Ryudo Nakakura will serve as MC. Regular seats are 2,700 yen, and premium pair seats (two tickets) are 6,600 yen, both tax included. Advance lottery reservations via Ticket Pia run from July 25 at 18:00 to August 9 at 23:59, with general sales starting August 11 at 10:00. The film is entirely hand-drawn 2D animation, directed by Kenichi Kutsuna with script by Takuya Sato and character design by Takahiro Kishida. Animation production is by Qzil.la, with production and produce by KADOKAWA and ARCH. The theme song is 'Blu' by Ryuichi Sakamoto. The film will screen nationwide for a limited three weeks starting September 4. It has also been selected for the Annecy International Animated Film Festival 2026 'Midnight Special' section and the Fantasia International Film Festival 'Animation Plus' section.
Bushiroad revealed new details for Shadowverse EVOLVE at the Bushiroad TCG Strategy Presentation 2026 Summer on July 22. The presentation covered upcoming booster packs, a mini collaboration with Uma Musume Pretty Derby, and a world tournament scheduled for April 25, 2027. The booster pack "Academy Royal" is set for release on July 31, and the set "Over the Calamity," which includes cards from the 22nd card pack of the digital Shadowverse, will launch on October 2. The mini collaboration within "Over the Calamity" features Uma Musume characters Haru Urara and Oguri Cap. The abilities of the "Oguri Cap (Full Speed)" card were shown for the first time. Reprint cards from the EX collaboration pack "Uma Musume Pretty Derby" will also be included, with some cards getting special Uma Musume card frames. Shadowverse EVOLVE is a physical trading card game based on Cygames' digital card game Shadowverse, first released in 2022.
In episodes 13-15 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm, protagonist Yuru reaches a breaking point after learning his best friend Danji and his little sister are Daemons. He spirals into paranoid suspicion of everyone around him before eventually recognizing his own avoidance patterns. The episodes also set up a confrontation with Ivan and Hayato, who kidnap the fake Asa to draw Yuru out.
Publisher Owlcat Games and developer Another Angle Games released a new trailer for 'Shadow of the Road' on July 14. The turn-based strategy RPG is set in a fictional 1868 Japan where yokai, magic, and steampunk merge. The story is based on the Boshin War, with players as a shogunate soldier facing Emperor Mutsuhito's army backed by the British East Japan Company. The game features turn-based combat against yokai and steampunk machines. It will launch on PC in fall 2026. Japanese language support is not confirmed.
Phoenix Game and Shadowlight announced that the 2.5D suspense adventure Kill The Shadow will launch on Steam on August 5, 2026. Players investigate murders in a post-war divided city as former detective Aguan, using a deduction system and a partner named Shadow who reads the memories of the dead. A demo is available now.
Norihiro Naganuma, director of The Apothecary Diaries, has announced a new original anime titled Jurassic Shadows. The project blends dinosaurs, ninjas, and makeup in a visually driven battle anime set in 2029 Tokyo. Key staff from The Apothecary Diaries return, including character designer Yukiko Nakatani and color designer Misato Aita. A manga adaptation by Kodansha is also planned.
Jackie Chan's action film 'Shadows Edge', which opened in Japanese theaters last December and topped Filmarks' opening day satisfaction ranking, will be available exclusively on Prime Video starting July 8. The streaming release includes both subtitled and dubbed versions. The film co-stars Leon Lai and SEVENTEEN's Jun in his first villain role.
Director Norihiro Naganuma, known for The Apothecary Diaries, announced a new original anime titled Jurassic Shadows during his panel at Anime Expo on July 4, 2026. The series combines dinosaurs, ninjas, and a makeup-based power system called Ryugesho. The story is set in Tokyo in 2029, where dinosaurs have secretly survived by interbreeding with humans and now prey on them. A covert order of ninjas uses the special pigment Ryugesho, infused with ancient memories, to awaken dinosaur powers within themselves and fight back. Naganuma is directing the anime at Cannon Code. SANB is credited with the original work. Kenta Ihara (Saga of Tanya the Evil) is writing the screenplay. Yukiko Nakatani (The Apothecary Diaries) is designing the characters based on original designs by Yoichi Amano (Akaboshi -Ibun Suikoden-). Shuhei Mutsuki (Lycoris Recoil) is composing the music. Slow Curve and Avex Pictures Inc. are developing and producing the anime. Additional staff includes color designer Misato Aita, art director Yusuke Takeda, 3DCG director Makoto Honda, and sound director Shoji Hata. A promotional video, concept visual, and screenshots were unveiled. The anime is also getting a manga by Kodansha. No voice cast has been announced.
Cygames held Shadowverse Fes 2026 at Makuhari Messe on June 20-21, celebrating the online trading card game's 10th anniversary. The event featured attractions, setting material exhibits, an orchestra concert, a live broadcast, final auditions for the Shadowverse Premier Series, battle areas for three Shadowverse titles, exclusive goods and food sales, and cosplay photo sessions.
Automaton published a two-hour conversation between Grasshopper Manufacture CEO Goichi Suda and game designer Fumito Ueda, held at a Japanese pub on a rainy spring evening. Suda discussed his hands-on QA work on the new IP ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN, including last-minute bug fixes and tuning that frustrated his team. Ueda noted Suda's skill at adjusting sensory details like frame timing and enemy placement.
The theatrical anime SEKIRO: NO DEFEAT, based on FromSoftware's game, will screen in Japan for three weeks from September 4, 2026. A press preview report describes a 107-minute film that condenses the original story, omits some battles, and centers on the relationship between protagonist Wolf and the Divine Heir Kuro. The film includes text explanations for game terms like Resurrection, but the preview notes some lore may be unclear to newcomers.
Immeta Studios and PlayWay announced the prologue version of Life & Shadow: Celestial Call, a game blending cosmic horror with life simulation, will release July 10 on PC via Steam. The prologue offers 1.5 hours of gameplay set in a mountain observatory where players manage daily tasks and uncover dark secrets at night.
Anime Feminist reviews the premiere of From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage. The episode starts as a passable isekai but devolves into boring pacing and uncomfortable fan service involving a child protagonist, leading to a negative review.
Denfaminicogamer published a roundtable interview with Kazuki Tomoda, Myako, Surre, and Apollo, four people who have been with Shadowverse since its 2016 launch. They discussed early meta memories, the Wonderland Dreams era, the rise of competitive play, and personal stories like the 4 million yen prize that parents thought was a scam. The interview was held at Cygames' office.
Secret Society Matenrou Plan opened the Steam store page for 'Gate to Die' on June 27. The point-and-click adventure game adds crafting elements to the Shadowgate formula. Players craft light sources, weapons, armor, food, beds, workbenches, and furnaces to survive and escape a mysterious mansion. The game is scheduled for a free release.
The spring 2026 anime season ended in June. Three titles-Magical Sisters Lulu & Lily, Star Wars: Maul / Shadow Road, and Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World-all have sequels planned. Lulu & Lily returns in October, Re:Zero's 4th season airs August 12, and Maul / Shadow Road has a project in progress with no release date yet.
The staff for the television anime of Hiromu Arakawa's Daemons of the Shadow Realm manga released the main promotional video, key visual, and theme song details for the second cour on Sunday. Kei Sugawara performs the ending theme song "Kujaku" (Peacock), while Masanori Otoda provides the opening theme song "back shot." The second cour debuts on July 4. The anime, directed by Masahiro Ando at Bones Film, premiered on April 4 and is set to run for two consecutive cours. Crunchyroll streams the series with a same-day English dub. The cast includes Kensho Ono as Yuru, Yume Miyamoto as Asa, Yuichi Nakamura as Dera, and Misaki Kuno as Gabu-chan. Noboru Takagi oversees series scripts, Nobuhiro Arai handles character design and chief animation direction, and Kenichiro Suehiro composes the music. Arakawa launched the manga in Square Enix's Monthly Shonen Gangan in December 2021, with the 13th volume releasing July 10.
The staff of the theatrical anime SEKIRO: NO DEFEAT released a trailer on June 26, 2026, confirming a limited three-week theatrical run in Japan starting September 4. The film is a fully hand-drawn 2D adaptation of FromSoftware's action-adventure game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Kenichi Kutsuna directs at studio Qzil.la, with Takuya Sato writing the screenplay and Takahiro Kishida handling character design. The original game's voice cast reprises their roles, including Daisuke Namikawa as Wolf, Miyuki Sato as Kuro, and Kenjiro Tsuda as Genichiro Ashina. Shuta Hasunuma composes the music, and the theme song is Ryuichi Sakamoto's "Blu" from his 2014 album. Crunchyroll will stream the anime worldwide in 2026, excluding Japan, China, Korea, Russia, and Belarus. The film screened out of competition at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Advance tickets went on sale June 26 with a bonus clear file. The production committee issued a statement in August 2025 confirming no generative AI was used in the animation.
Episode 12 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm shifts focus from Yuru and Asa's personal story to broader world-building, showing how different demon-wielding factions react to recent events. The episode introduces Ivan's infiltration of Higashi Village, reveals that villagers were aware of a plot to kill Yuru, and questions the effectiveness of the village's barrier defenses.
Cygames held Shadowverse Fes 2026 at Makuhari Messe on June 20-21, the first large-scale solo festival for the series in about eight years. The event celebrated the 10th anniversary of the card game series and the first anniversary of next-generation title Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. It featured a main stage, battle area, mini-games, cosplayers, a gallery of series history, and a lottery for original goods.
The theatrical anime adaptation of FromSoftware's Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, will open in 56 theaters across Japan on September 4. The film is produced as full hand-drawn 2D animation by Qzil.la Inc., with KADOKAWA and Arch Inc. handling production. It has also been selected for the Midnight Specials section at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival 2026.
Anime News Network published its weekly roundup of North American anime and manga releases for June 14-20. The list includes home video releases for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing, and Berserk: The Golden Age Arc - Memorial Edition, alongside dozens of new manga volumes from Viz Media, Seven Seas, and other publishers.
Episode 11 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm introduces Ken, Dera's previously unknown half-brother, who claims to have found powerful Daemons by chance. The episode also reveals that Dera's father helped Yuru and Asa's parents escape their village before disappearing. The review questions Ken's trustworthiness and suggests he may be a spy.
Light Hunt Games announced that the open-world adult RPG Red Masked Ronin: Desires and Shadows will launch in Early Access on Steam on August 6. The game, set in medieval Japan, follows a disgraced samurai turned ronin. Wishlist registrations have surpassed 10,000. The developer cited a desire to incorporate player feedback as the reason for the Early Access release.
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced seven titles joining the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers in June 2026. The lineup includes Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic x Shadow Generations, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, Farming Simulator 25, Blades of Fire, and Black Desert: Standard Edition. Premium subscribers also get the PS2 classic Gitaroo Man.
Anime News Network's review of episode 10 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm gives the episode a community score of 4.1 but criticizes the fight choreography as contrived. The reviewer argues that Dera's use of a sniper rifle is illogical, as he could have ended the battle immediately but instead made choices that prolonged the fight for dramatic effect.
Bloober Team and Paramount Games announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a psychological action-adventure game set in the Star Trek universe. The story follows Ro Laren, who crash-lands on a dangerous alien planet. It is in development for PC, PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S, with a 2027 release window.
The anime adaptation of Kentarou's manga From Overshadowed to Overpowered released its main promotional video and key visual on Saturday. The video announces the opening theme song "+Encount" by the rock band FLOW and confirms the series will premiere on Japanese streaming services on June 25.
Light Hunt Games released the official gameplay trailer for Red Masked Ronin: Desires and Shadows, an open-world adult action RPG set in feudal Japan. The game follows a former samurai turned ronin after a shunga scandal involving the shogun's sister. Players explore, fight, craft, and build relationships. It launches on Steam in Q3 2026.
Bandai Namco and FromSoftware announced Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, releasing August 28. The bundle includes the base game, the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, four new armor sets, two new starting classes, and Torrent appearance options. A Tarnished Pack with the new content will also be sold separately on other platforms for 550 yen.
Voice actor and ADR assistant director Ben Stegmair appeared on the podcast Something Genuine Season 2, Episode 2. He discussed his early focus on voice acting, the mentors who shaped his career, and his role as Yuru in Daemons of the Shadow Realm. Stegmair also shared his Mt. Rushmore of manga and his ambition to create original comics.
Episode 9 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm is a necessary but not particularly entertaining episode that focuses on tying up loose ends. The Kagemoris investigate the mastermind behind the previous night's attacks, revealing a fool-proof lie detector and that the attack was an inside job. Meanwhile, Dera takes Yuru shopping for arrow-making supplies, leading to discussions about the bandits who attacked Yuru and the likely involvement of Higashi Village. The episode ends with Dera and Yuru leading their pursuers into a trap, but two of the three are killed by Tenaga-Ashinaga, setting up a fight between Left and Right and Tenaga-Ashinaga.
The television anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa's manga Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Yomi no Tsugai) announced five new cast members on Sunday, May 31. Yū Shimamura will voice Natsuki Kurotani, and Hayato Fujii will play Fuyuki Kurotani. Ayumu Murase joins as Blacklist. Ako Mayama and Shigeru Chiba will voice the dual role of Tenaga Ashinaga (Long Arms Long Legs), debuting in the anime's 10th episode on June 6. The anime premiered on April 4 on Tokyo MX, BS11, and other channels, and is set for two consecutive cours. Crunchyroll streams the series with a same-day English dub. Bones Film produces the anime, with Masahiro Andō directing, Noboru Takagi handling series scripts, and Nobuhiro Arai designing characters. Kenichiro Suehiro composes the music. Vaundy performs the opening theme "Tobu Toki" (Time to Fly), and singer yama performs the ending theme "Tobō yo" (Let's Fly). Arakawa launched the manga in Monthly Shonen Gangan in December 2021; the 13th volume ships July 10.
Anime Feminist reviewed the first episode of Daemons of the Shadow Realm, the new anime based on Hiromu Arakawa's manga. The review praises the premiere for its extreme violence, gore, and thrilling action, calling it a strong start that sets up intriguing world-building questions. The story follows Yuru, a young man in a seemingly peaceful mountain village, and his sister Asa, who is locked up as part of a community ritual tied to a prophecy about controlling Daemon forces. The review highlights the show's feminist themes, particularly the critique of patriarchal control and women's complicity in subjugation, embodied by the Granny character who forces Yuru's mother to delay childbirth. The episode tears apart the village's status quo, forcing Yuru to venture out into the world. The review notes the excellent execution from director Masahiro Ando and Studio Bones, with sublime character animation and action. The character designs follow Arakawa's style of broad-shouldered men and curvy women. The review avoids spoiling the twist but says the community hides a terrible secret revealed by episode's end.
CloverWorks announced a regional tour of its POP UP SHOP 2026 event, starting January 16 in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, followed by Nagoya in February and Kochi in March. The pop-up shops will sell merchandise for series including My Dress-Up Darling, Wind Breaker, Bocchi the Rock!, Spy × Family, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and others. Limited quantities of past release goods and books will also be available. Each venue will display reproduction artwork and production materials, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the studio's animation process. The tour begins at Ebetsu Tsutaya Books (January 16 to February 4), moves to TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Noritake in Nagoya (February 13 to March 2), and ends at Kochi Tsutaya Books (March 27 to April 13). Stock and exhibits may vary by location. The announcement was made on January 9, 2026.
The anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa's manga Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Yomi no Tsugai) has released its first preview for the 9th episode, which airs on May 30, 2026. The series debuted on April 4, 2026, and streams on Crunchyroll. The manga, which began in 2021, has over three million copies in circulation. The anime is directed by Masahiro Ando with scripts by Noboru Takagi, character designs by Nobuhiro Arai, and animation production by Bones Film. The Japanese cast includes Kensho Ono as Yuru, Yume Miyamoto as Asa, Yuichi Nakamura as Dera, and others. The opening theme is "Tobu Toki" by Vandy, and the ending theme is "Tobo Yo" by yama. In a separate interview, English dub voice actors Ben Stegmair (Yuru) and Molly Zhang (Asa) discussed their approaches to the roles, with Stegmair noting he plays three distinct versions of Yuru and Zhang describing how she used a different voice for the fake Asa.
The anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa's manga has added Shinichirō Miki to the cast as Ivan Yosano, a mysterious daemon user who debuted in episode 6. The series premiered on April 4 and is set for two consecutive cours on Crunchyroll.
Episode 5 of Daemons of the Shadow Realm brings Yuru and Asa together at last, avoiding a tease and instead advancing the layered mysteries of the series. The meeting adds complexity to the parents' disappearance and reveals more than two factions are after the siblings, leading to an action scene that forces Yuru to fight alongside the Kagemori clan.
The staff for the From Overshadowed to Overpowered anime announced that the group TrySail will perform the ending theme song "Dōkei" (Aspiration). Musician sabio wrote the lyrics, music, and arrangement. The song releases as TrySail's 18th single on August 5. The anime debuts in July.
Beneath the Tangles reviews eight manga volumes, including the first physical volume of VIZ's Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, volume 14 of The Eminence in Shadow, and volume 6 of The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices, among others.