The Liar Game anime is airing its second cour starting July 6, while the sequel manga Liar Game: The Last Game concluded in August 2026 and will be collected in a volume releasing October 19.
The Liar Game anime adaptation, based on Shinobu Kaitani's psychological thriller manga, began airing in spring 2026. The first episode introduced college student Nao Kanzaki, who is drawn into a high-stakes deception game and seeks help from former con artist Shinichi Akiyama. Anime Feminist's review of the premiere found it disappointing, criticizing Nao's characterization as overly naive and noting the episode left a "tepid taste." The review acknowledged the source material's long run suggests potential for character growth but stated the premiere may not appeal to newcomers.
As the anime progressed, casting announcements added major voice talent. Jun Fukuyama was cast as the dealer Nearco, praising the series' human drama. The second cour, beginning July 6, introduced nine new cast members including Natsuki Hanae as Yokoya Norihiko, along with new theme songs by Kroi and muque. A collaborative visual with the upcoming gambling anime Junket Bank was also released, featuring characters from both series.
Meanwhile, the sequel manga Liar Game: The Last Game concluded in the August issue of Shueisha's Grand Jump Mecha magazine. The final chapter will be collected as the 20th volume of the original Liar Game manga, releasing on October 19. The sequel's conclusion comes just months after its launch and while the anime is still airing, making the October volume a likely endpoint for the entire story.
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- tv · 2026 · Japan · 2026-08-18
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- manga · October 19 · Japan · 2026-07-22
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- tv · 2026-07-06 · Japan · 2026-06-22
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- tv · spring 2026 season · 2026-06-15
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- tv · 2026-05-31 · 2026-05-31
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- The piece examines protagonist Nao Kanzaki, an eighteen-year-old whose trusting nature leads her into the Liar Game, where she is manipulated out of 100 million yen. · 2026-08-18
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- second cour start date, new key visual, nine additional cast members, and theme songs by Kroi and muque · 2026-06-22
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Aug 18
Beneath the Tangles argues that Madhouse's Liar Game, which it says is flying under the radar this season, carries a gospel message in its story of deception. The piece examines protagonist Nao Kanzaki, an eighteen-year-old whose trusting nature leads her into the Liar Game, where she is manipulated out of 100 million yen. She turns to Shinichi Akiyama, a strategist recently released from prison, for help. The analysis tracks her growth across the first three episodes as she learns to trust her savior.
Aug 18
The Liar Game anime announced four new cast members on Tuesday. Daisuke Namikawa plays Solario, a masked dealer overseeing the next Revival Round. Yūya Uchida, Hiroko Ushida, and Minoru Shiraishi join as participants Sho Kikuchi, Tadako Kosaka, and Yuichi Nishida. The anime is currently airing its second part, which began on July 7.
Jul 22
Shinobu Kaitani's Liar Game: The Last Game manga ended in the August issue of Shueisha's Grand Jump Mecha magazine. The final chapter will be collected as the 20th volume of the original Liar Game manga, releasing on October 19.
Jun 29
A collaborative visual featuring Shinotsu Shin from Junket Bank and Shinichi Akiyama from Liar Game has been released. The image shows both characters with defiant smirks, holding coins and playing cards. Junket Bank is set to air in October 2026, while Liar Game is currently airing.
Jun 22
The Liar Game TV anime will begin its second cour on July 6. A new key visual, nine additional cast members including Natsuki Hanae as Yokoya Norihiko, and theme songs by Kroi and muque were announced. The first cour will stream free on ABEMA and Nico Nico Live Broadcast starting the same day.
Jun 15
The TV anime adaptation of Shinobu Kaitani's Liar Game has announced Jun Fukuyama will voice the dealer Nearco. Fukuyama commented on the recording, praising the human drama of the series. The anime is scheduled for the spring 2026 season.
May 31
The first episode of the anime adaptation of the manga Liar Game premiered, introducing college student Nao Kanzaki, who is selected to participate in a high-stakes deception game called the Liar Game. Nao, described as "stupidly honest," receives a suitcase containing 100 million yen and must lie to keep the money or face crushing debt. She seeks help from former con artist Shinichi Akiyama. The episode depicts her first one-on-one battle against her former teacher, who exploits her trust. Anime Feminist's review finds the premiere disappointing, criticizing Nao's characterization as childlike and overly naive, which undermines the tension typical of the psychological thriller genre. The reviewer notes that while the source material ran for 19 volumes over a decade, suggesting potential for character growth, the premiere left a "tepid taste" and may not appeal to newcomers. The review acknowledges the series may improve but states it is "not for me."