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    Shuten Order is Now Available, Kazutaka Kodaka Celebrates Launch with Message

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    DMM Games and Too Kyo Games have released multi-genre adventure game Shuten Order for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. To celebrate the launch of Shuten Order, story writer Kazutaka Kodaka shared a message about the game.

    “This ambitious project about a religious cult and the shocking murder of its leader is packed with five adventure games,” Kodaka said on X (formerly Twitter). “Thanks to DMM GAMES, we were able to bring such an edgy and daring game to console players. It’s not shock value for its own sake. The surprising twists are just, and could only exist because of its peculiar setting. I think it’s been a while since we’ve managed to pull off a trick that’s unique to games, so I hope players will experience that sense of surprise for themselves. Happy New End… Have a good end.”

    A Shuten Order Digital Deluxe Edition is available for $64.99 featuring a visual art book and mini soundtrack in the Nintendo eShop. A Ministry Edition ($59.99) is available in the Spike Chunsoft Store featuring the Steam game voucher, a sticker sheet, and clear file.

    Early purchases of Shuten Order on Steam include “Before the Murders – case: Manji Fushicho” original digital novel, which was written by Kodaka. Players must purchase the game between September 5 and September 19 at 9:59 a.m. PDT / 12:59 p.m. EDT to receive the novel.

    Here’s a synopsis of the novel:

    Set five years before the events of the main game, this novel tells the story of Manji Fushicho, before she became Minister of Security. She is captured by heretics and subjected to a brutal “awakening test”. At the end of this harsh trial, she makes a decision. This is the origin of the woman who would eventually become feared as the “Queen of Heretic Hunting”.

    Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy Anime Adaptation Announced

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    Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy

    Suiseisha announced Hirafumi and Yagi Shinba’s Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy (Ichiko Aika: Zatsu de Namaiki na Imōto to Warikirenai Ani) manga series is getting a TV anime adaptation in 2026. The Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy anime is expected to air on WWWave Corporation’s OceanVeil streaming platform.

    CLLENN’s adult comic label DEDEDE publishes the Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy manga on the Comic Cmoa service digitally. On Comic Cmoa, chapters are made available for individual for purchase. The manga is also available on Coolmic in English with the first chapter being completely free.

    Lastly, here’s an overview of Ichigo Aika: Strawberry Elegy, via Coolmic:

     

    Kota’s world just got turned upside down. His dad’s remarriage meant a new stepsister, Aika, and from their first encounter, it’s clear she’s everything he isn’t. By day, Aika effortlessly plays the “perfect angel” for her parents, but behind closed doors, she’s a cheeky teenager, a complete mismatch for Kota. Their personalities clash violently, sparking arguments the moment their eyes meet. They might just be the world’s worst siblings, locked in a constant battle of wills. Despite an incredibly rocky start, a subtle shift begins. Beneath Aika’s wild exterior, a flicker of interest starts to grow for her caring brother.

    Butt Detective Gets New Episodes on October 4

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    The staff of the Butt Detective anime series revealed that new episodes will premiere on October 4. The story of the new Butt Detective episodes focuses on the protagonist losing his memories.

    The most recent film in the series, Butt Detective: Star and Moon, premiered in theaters in Japan on March 20. The anime returned on April 5.

    The cast for Butt Detective: Star and Moon includes:

    • Hōchū Ōtsuka as Phantom Thief G
    • Yasuhiro Mamiya as Phantom Thief H
    • Kumiko Watanabe as Phantom Thief Q
    • Shinya Takahashi as Phantom Thief T
    • Tetsuya Kakihara as Phantom Thief Z
    • Daiki Kobayashi as Phantom Thief N.
    • Yuri Yoshida as Phantom Thief I
    • Tomoyuki Shimura as Phantom Thief K
    • Rumi Okubo as Phantom Thief B

    FRUITS ZIPPER performs the opening theme song “Kawaiitte Magic (Cuteness is Magic).” 

    Butt Detective initially premiered on NHK International in 2018. The series focuses on a detective with a butt for his face and his partner, a small brown dog named Brown, as they solve crimes. 

    Toei Animation describes the story of the series as follows:

    He’s chivalrous, cunning, and his looks are anything “butt”… Meet Butt Detective, a gentleman whose catch phrase is, “Hmm…I smell a case.” Every day, he poots the big city’s cases to rest. Join Butt Detective and his cast of funny allies as they solve mysteries together.

    Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 Premieres in April 2026

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    Welcome to Demon School Iruma-kun Season 4

    NHK announced that Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 will premiere in April 2026 on the NHK Educational channel in Japan. Crunchyroll will stream Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun Season 4 as it airs in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS and India.

    Welcome to Demon School Iruma-kun Season 4 key visual
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    The first season of Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun premiered in October 2019 on NHK Educational, followed by the second season in April 2021 and the third season in October 2022. Crunchyroll is streaming the entire series with English subs and dubs. 

    Here’s an overview of the series, via Crunchyroll:

    Suzuki Iruma, human, 14, one day finds himself taken against his will into the world of demons. To add to his predicament, his doting owner and self-appointed “Grandpa” is the chair-demon at his new school. In order to survive, Iruma must deal with a haughty student who challenges him to a duel, a girl with adjustment issues, and so many more scary beings! Can this ultimate pacifist dodge the slings and arrows that are flung his way? As he struggles frantically, Iruma’s innate kindness begins to win over enemies.

    Lastly, Osamu Nishi launched the manga in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion magazine in March 2017, and the series is still ongoing.

    Tayutama: It’s happy days Launches October 23 for Steam

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    kawaiinium and Frontier Works announced the remastered version of Lump of Sugar-developed romance visual novel Tayutama: It’s happy days releases on October 23 for PC via Steam. The game will have English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese language options.

    Moreover, there will be a patch for Tayutama: It’s happy days that restores scenes and expressions of the original version. Fans will be able to install the patch from kawaiinium’s official website.

    Here’s an overview of Tayutama: It’s happy days, via the official Steam page:

    This updated edition, supervised by Lump of Sugar, has been reimagined as an all-ages experience, partially remastered in HD, and localized into multiple languages.

    Story

    The wild days I spent with the Tayutai were nothing short of life-changing… So much so that I completely forgot I’d even won a hot spring trip in the shopping district raffle.
    Now that things have finally settled down, I—Yuri Mito—am about to enjoy my last summer break as a student at Sohsei Academy.

    Just as I hit peak exhaustion after everything that happened, I remembered it: the hot spring voucher, almost expired and totally forgotten.

    This is a story that picks up after the main events… or maybe one that could’ve happened somewhere along the way.

    Characters

    Mashiro Mito, VA: Risa Matsuda

    Upon meeting, she immediately declares Yuri her husband and even shows up on the first day back to school. Her pursuit of Yuri is what many would call “”intense””, and she ends up living in the Mito household. But as a Tayutai, she’s not exactly human…

    Mashiro is tolerant and level-headed, but that just makes rousing her anger all the more terrifying. She may seem naive, but that’s just because her understanding of the world is a few years out of date.

    Ameri Kawai, VA: Kaori Hanano

    The childhood friend and classmate of the protagonist, Yuri. She’s a student in the Slightly department of Sohsei Academy, where her father is also the director. Lately, her favorite pastime is teasing Yuri and Sankuro.

    She can be persistent and persuasive in drawing others into her way of handling things, but when it comes to love, she’s a bit on the timid side…

    Mifuyu Kisaragi, VA: Rina Misaki

    She is the Lady, the Prefect, of the Flawless Girls’ Boarding Department of Sohsei Academy. As the heir to the aristocratic Kisaragi Conglomerate, Mifuyu has been raised to be both strong of character and someone others will naturally rally behind. She’s well trained in many things, including swordsmanship and martial arts. But that doesn’t mean she isn’t without her flaws.

    She’s rather fond of romance novels, the kind where things are depicted a little too pure for reality. Which will certainly make things tough for a red-blooded man…

    Yumina Takanashi, VA: Yu Aoto

    Yumina looks up to Yuri as an older brother. When her birth parents went bankrupt, they gave her to the Mito family to raise. Unfortunately, Mari Mito, the family matron, passes away long before the start of our story, and Yumina is ultimately adopted to the Takanashi family out of concern of a lack of mother figure.

    She’s one of those people who immediately fails at a task whenever someone is watching out of nervousness. But she doesn’t mind working hard, and she’s actually rather good at handling the household chores. She tends to get lost in her own imagination.

    Nue, VA: Mika

    One of the Three Mightiest Tayutai, dangerous beings sealed away in ancient ruins by Kikuramikami no Hime.

    She transformed into a human-like form over 500 years ago, but due to some unknown incident, lost her memory and has remained that way ever since.

    After Mifuyu offered to become her guardian, she quickly grew attached and now brings a cheerful, innocent energy that puts everyone at ease.

    Ouryu, VA: Taiyo Sorano

    One of the Three Mightiest Tayutai, dangerous beings sealed away in ancient ruins by Kikuramikami no Hime.

    Once thought to see humans as nothing more than prey, it turns out the truth is quite the opposite—he simply envisioned a different kind of coexistence from Mashiro.

    Though he usually hides in the pond in the Kawai family’s garden, he often takes human form to walk among people.

    Yuri Visual Novel Black Lily’s Tale is Now Available on Crunchyroll Game Vault

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    Crunchyroll announced yuri visual novel Black Lily’s Tale is now available on Crunchyroll Game Vault. In addition to Crunchyroll Game Vault, the English version of Black Lily’s Tale is coming to PC via Steam at a later date.

    Here’s an overview, via Crunchyroll:

    From the stunning artistry of Fukahire comes Black Lily’s Tale—a yuri visual novel where every word you choose can change destiny.

    Experience a touching, bittersweet romance brought to life with beautiful illustrations, fully voiced characters, and a unique system where you interrupt choices and type the words that can break tragedy’s loop.

    A story pure yet intense, tender yet haunting. This is a love that refuses to fade—even under the shadow of a curse.

    Perhaps it was the curse of a black lily that bloomed too early in the winter… Before graduation, Hana falls in love with another girl. But her pure feelings are torn apart by a “loop of tragedy.”

    Key Features

        • Yuri Coming-of-Age Story – Explore the struggles of a girl falling in love with another girl
        • Innovative Choice-Making – Interrupt decisions and type your own words to shape fate
        • Beautiful Artwork – Fukahire’s nostalgic illustrations with animated character sprites
        • Fully Voiced Characters – Bringing emotion and depth to every scene
        • Bilingual Support – Play in Japanese or English

    Can you guide Hana toward happiness—or will love become her undoing?

    Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan members can fully enjoy mobile titles without distractions, such as ads or in-app purchases. Games that are available on the service include Ys I & II Chronicles and Classroom of the Elite – Merge Puzzle Special Exam –, to name a few. This is in addition to Crunchyroll’s vast streaming library of anime with popular series like SPY x FAMILY, Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan, and One Piece.

    BAKI-DOU Anime Premieres in 2026 on Netflix, New Key Visual Revealed

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    Netflix announced the BAKI-DOU anime series will premiere in 2026, exclusively on the streaming platform. A new teaser trailer and key visual for BAKI-DOU were revealed as well. 

    Get the latest details on BAKI-DOU below, via Netflix:

    BAKI-DOU: The Legendary Miyamoto Musashi Arrives

    Following his legendary father-son battle against Yujiro Hanma, Baki faces a new threat: the resurrection of Japan’s greatest swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi. As warriors like Doppo Orochi, Jack Hanma, and Kaoru Hanayama return to the fight, the stage is set for an unprecedented clash—the strongest underground fighter vs. the legendary samurai, in a cross-era showdown.

    A teaser trailer and key art have been released, offering fans a first glimpse at the next evolution of the global hit franchise that has already surpassed 100 million manga copies in circulation and continues to build a passionate audience worldwide.

    What’s more, Purple Play, Purple Tree, and TMS Entertainment’s new Punch-Out!!-style boxing game Baki Hanma: Blood Arena launches on September 11 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Before Baki Hanma: Blood Arena releases, fans can catch up with the Baki anime on Netflix. In addition, the collaborative anime special, Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura, is also streaming on Netflix.

    Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Has Gone Gold

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    Atelier Resleriana The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian

    Koei Tecmo and Gust announced that Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian has gone gold. By reaching gold status, development of Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian is complete, and mass production for the retail release is underway.

    Digital pre-orders for Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian are now open. Alongside a Standard Edition of the game, a Digital Deluxe Edition ($69.99) and Ultimate Edition ($99.99) are available for pre-order. Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Digital Deluxe Edition contents include the base game, a selection of costumes for all playable characters, and a pack of items.

    The Ultimate Edition includes Digital Deluxe Edition contents and the Season Pass, which includes extra background soundtracks, the heroines of Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy & the Polar Night Liberator as playable characters, additional Dimensional Path dungeons with High Difficulty, and a costume pack for Rias and Slade inspired by Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land, as well as additional ingredients and items for synthesis, and items and equipment for combat. 

    Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian launches September 26 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. The PlayStation 4 version of the game will only be available in Japan. All physical and digital pre-orders and purchases of Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian within the first two weeks of launch include the “Activewear Adventuring Set” for Rias and Slade and the “Adventuring Charm Set” as a bonus.

    Lastly, ahead of launch, Final Weapon had the opportunity to interview Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian developers Junzo Hosoi and Yasunori Sakuda.

    Tetsuya Nomura: Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 and Kingdom Hearts IV Development is ‘Progressing Smoothly’

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    During the Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis 2nd Anniversary broadcast, creative director Tetsuya Nomura shared a brief update on Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 and Kingdom Hearts IV, noting that development is “progressing smoothly” on both titles.

    “Right, so, looking at the comments, I’m seeing people ask every so often about the third entry in the [Final Fantasy VII] Remake series,” Nomura said. “Apparently, [co-director Motomu] Toriyama mentioned in an interview that something might be released around the second anniversary [of Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis]. So that’s probably where those expectations are coming from. Right, so things are progressing really smoothly. I can’t really say more—if I suddenly went, ‘Well, actually…,’ everyone would be really surprised! (Laughs.)

    “So yeah, things are moving along really smoothly, and the release timing has already been decided. We’re moving forward according to that schedule right now, so please rest assured and be patient.

    “And this has also come up in the comments here and there, but Kingdom Hearts IV is likewise steadily moving forward according to schedule, so please look forward to it.”

    For some context on this development update, co-director Motomu Toriyama noted in September 2024 that Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 news would be revealed by the 2nd anniversary of Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis.

    This is the first update on Kingdom Hearts IV since May 2025, when Square Enix shared a special message along with new screenshots. Platforms and a release date for Kingdom Hearts IV have not been announced.

    Lastly, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is coming to Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 in winter 2025. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 are expected to come to Nintendo Switch 2 as well.

    Li’l Miss Vampire Can’t Suck Right Anime Premieres October 12

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    The staff of the anime adaptation of Kyōsuke Nishiki’s Li’l Miss Vampire Can’t Suck Right manga confirms the series will premiere on October 12. Ahead of the premiere, a livestream will take place on September 16 at 9:00 p.m. JST / 8:00 a.m. EDT featuring Li’l Miss Vampire Can’t Suck Right voice actors Minami Tanaka, Kenshō Ono, and M.A.O.

    Li'l Miss Vampire Can't Suck Right anime key visual
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    The cast of the Li’l Miss Vampire Can’t Suck Right anime includes:

    • Minami Tanaka as Luna Ishikawa
    • Kenshō Ono as Tatsuta Ōtori
    • M.A.O as Eiko Sakuma
    • Ikumi Hasegawa as Misa Kusunoki
    • Katsumi Fukuhara as Daichi Chiba
    • Yūya Hirose as Satoru Deguchi
    • Shion Wakayama as Maimi Suzuki
    • Konomi Inagaki as Yui Hashimoto
    • Ayasa Itō as Yukari Henmi
    • Kotono Mitsuishi as Misuzu Kirimine

    Minami Tanaka performs the ending theme song “Senkō Hanabi”, while H△G performs the opening theme song “Seishun no Silhouette.”

    Sayaka Yamai directs the anime at studio feel. Yuniko Ayana handles the series scripts, Takuya Tani handles the character design, and Lantis produces the music. Tomoki Kikuya is composing the music.

    Kyōsuke Nishi first released the manga in Kadokawa’s Monthly Dragon Age magazine in May 2021, and the manga ended with its latest chapter on August 8. Kadokawa released the manga in chapter format on the BookWalker Global site.

    Yen Press describes the manga as follows:

    Luna Ishikawa is a dark and mysterious vampire—or so she’d like her new classmates to believe. The truth is, while she may be one of the not-so-mythical bloodsuckers, she doesn’t really live up to the hype. She’s short, clumsy, and she can’t even suck blood properly! So when her classmate Tatsuta Ootori discovers her little “drinking problem,” he can’t help but lend a hand. Can he nurse Luna from the small, timid animal she is into a fearsome creature of the night?!

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