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Ninja Scroll 4K Release Dates Confirmed for North America This October
Anime fans in North America are getting a rare theatrical experience this fall, as HIDIVE and Iconic Events Releasing officially announced a limited 4K re-release of Ninja Scroll. The restored version of the 1993 cult classic will hit theaters across the United States and Canada on October 4, 5, and 7. This marks the second collaboration between the two companies following the film’s successful 30th anniversary theatrical run in 2024, showing continued demand for the iconic samurai story. The announcement…
Smilegate Reveals Major Plans for Anime Expo 2026 With MIRESI and Chaos Zero Nightmare
Smilegate has officially dropped its full lineup for Anime Expo 2026, giving fans a closer look at what to expect from two of its upcoming titles, MIRESI: Invisible Future and Chaos Zero Nightmare. The announcement highlights an ambitious booth presence featuring interactive experiences, live panels, and exclusive merchandise at North America’s largest anime and pop culture event this July in Los Angeles. According to Smilegate’s official reveal, both titles will receive dedicated showcase spaces at the Los Angeles Convention Center,…
Metaphor: ReFantazio Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Announced for November 2026 With New Trailer
ATLUS has officially confirmed that its critically acclaimed fantasy RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on November 12, 2026. The announcement was made during the latest Nintendo Direct, where the publisher also revealed a new trailer showcasing the game running on the upcoming platform. The reveal marks a major expansion for one of ATLUS’ biggest recent successes, bringing the title to a wider audience after its initial release across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. With the addition…
Persona 4 Revival Release Date Confirmed as New Trailer and Screenshots Reveal Fresh Details
SEGA and ATLUS have officially lifted the curtain on Persona 4 Revival, delivering a major update during the recent Xbox Showcase that has quickly caught the attention of JRPG fans. Alongside a brand-new trailer, the developers confirmed that the highly anticipated remake will launch on February 18, 2027, giving players a clear timeline for its arrival. The announcement marks one of the biggest reveals tied to the Persona franchise in recent years, especially for fans who have been waiting for…
HIDIVE’s The World Is Dancing Sets June 29 Premiere With Anime Expo 2026 Showcase
Anime streaming platform HIDIVE is expanding its Summer 2026 lineup with the highly anticipated historical drama The World Is Dancing, officially set to premiere on June 29. Adapted from Kazuto Mihara’s acclaimed manga, the series blends history with fiction to explore the birth of Noh, Japan’s centuries-old theatrical art form. Alongside its streaming debut, the anime will also receive a special showcase at Anime Expo 2026, building strong momentum ahead of release. Set in 14th-century Japan during the conflict between…
“We Wanted to Create Our Own Sports Shonen”: Dragon Striker Creator on Anime Influences, Magic, and Disney+ Ambitions (Exclusive)
Dragon Striker is stepping into the spotlight as one of Disney+’s most ambitious anime-inspired animated projects, blending sports storytelling with a fully realized magical world. Premiering June 10 on Disney+ and Hulu, the series follows Key, a farm boy who discovers he may be the legendary “Dragon Striker,” as he joins an elite academy filled with powerful students and hidden dangers. At first glance, the series thrives on high-energy matches and flashy abilities, but beneath that lies a deeper narrative…