Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition Announced for Japan and Asia

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Soul Kiwami
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Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition

Koei Tecmo and Kou Shibusawa have announced Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition launches on September 10 in Japan and Asia without English support. 

The release will include the Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV base game, the “Diplomacy and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle” DLC, Season Pass, Season Pass 2, and all-new content. Fans who already own the Diplomacy and Strategy Expansion Pack Bundle can upgrade digitally for 4,950 yen. 

Here’s an overview of the game, via Gematsu:

About

The complete edition of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV now available for the 40th anniversary of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms series. A more substantial Three Kingdoms experience focused on strategy!

Key Features

      • Featuring Scenic Spots, Literature, and Historical Events – Experience a more detailed version of the Three Kingdoms world with more than 100 scenic spots across China, famed works of literature, and 190 historical events—the greatest number in the series’ history.
      • Understand Military Situations as They Develop – Make use of information about military situations gathered during reconnaissance and the like to gain advantages during diplomacy and schemes. This new form of offense and defense will give rise to even greater forms of tactical warfare.
      • Take advantage of Merit and Policies – Help your subordinates grow by earning Merit, and then use the Principle Points you earn to enact various Policies among your forces. Development and personal growth are the keys to success!
      • A Range of New Elements – Enjoy a variety of new elements that make this an even more enjoyable experience, including the Expertise Mode in Scenario Settings where you can set detailed values for things like Tactics damage, along with the Employ Officer command, additional scenarios, and more.

Note

      • To use this product, you must also have the base game of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV.
      • Purchasing this product will provide you with the new Complete Edition elements, along with any of the following items you do not already own: the Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Upgrade Pack, Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Season Pass, and Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Season Pass 2.
      • The Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition Bundle, including Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV and Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV Complete Edition Upgrade Pack, is also available. Please be sure to avoid making duplicate purchases.
      • Please see the official site for more details.

Kagurabachi Manga Goes on Hiatus Through August 2026

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Soul Kiwami
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Kagurabachi manga

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for Takeru Hokazono’s Kagurabachi manga has announced that the series will go on hiatus starting with the 31st issue of Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine on June 29. After discussions with his staff, Hokazono has decided to take a rest in order to work more stable going forward. The Kagurabachi manga is currently scheduled to be on hiatus until August. 

The hiatus comes just a month after Hokazono took a one-week break from the Kagurabachi manga due to a “sudden illness.” Hokazono also took an unplanned break in June of last year due to his “sudden illness.” 

Takeru Hokazono first released the Kagurabachi manga in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in September 2023. Shueisha published the manga’s 11th compiled volume in Japan on May 1. The manga has enjoyed massive success and has 4 million copies in circulation.

The Kagurabachi TV anime premieres in April 2027 with Taihi Kimura starring as Chihiro Rokuhira. Tetsuya Takeuchi directs the Kagurabachi anime at studio Cypic, and Keigo Sasaki handles the character design. Shochiku and CyberAgent are on the production committee.

Before the premiere, the Kagurabachi Anime World Tour will kick off with an exclusive preview of the first 20 minutes of episode 1 at Anime Expo 2026. Preview screenings will also be held at Anime NYC 2026, Japan Expo Paris, and AnimagiC in “Part 1” of the Kagurabachi Anime World Tour.

Lastly, here’s an overview of the manga series, via Manga Plus:

Young Chihiro spends his days training under his famous swordsmith father. One day he hopes to become a great sword-maker himself. The goofy father and the serious son–they thought these days would last forever. But suddenly, tragedy strikes. A dark day soaked in blood. Chihiro and his blade now live only for revenge. Epic sword battle action!

Killed Again, Mr. Detective Anime Release Dates, Schedule and Episodes

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Soul Kiwami
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A detective has multiple leases on life and keeps coming back from death in the exciting TV anime adaptation of Teniwoha and Riichu’s Killed Again, Mr. Detective light novel series! Final Weapon has everything you need to know about the Killed Again, Mr. Detective anime, including the weekly schedule, release dates and timing for new episodes, and the cast and staff.

The story of Killed Again, Mr. Detective focuses on Sakuya Outsuki, the son of a legendary detective wanting to follow in his father’s footsteps. With the help of his assistant Lilithea, he’s able to investigate low-risk cases with ease, somewhat. For some reason, Sakuya comes back to life every time he’s killed, returning and awakening to Lilithea at his side. The pair will take on even more challenging cases that will surely result in more deaths for Sakuya. 

Killed Again, Mr. Detective Release Dates, Exact Premiere Time and Schedule

Killed Again Mr Detective episodes
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New Killed Again, Mr. Detective episodes will release on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. PT / 1:30 p.m. ET on Crunchyroll. Episodes will be released with English subs. Killed Again, Mr. Detective will feature 12 episodes in total.

Here are the release dates and schedule for Killed Again, Mr. Detective (subject to change):

  • Episode 1 – April 2 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 2 – April 9 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 3 – April 16 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 4 – April 23 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 5 – April 30 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 6 – May 7 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 7 – May 14 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 8 – May 21 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 9 – May 28 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 10 – June 4 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 11 – June 11 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 12 – June 18 – OUT NOW

New episodes of Killed Again, Mr. Detective will premiere at the following times (subject to change):

  • Pacific Daylight Time: 10:30 a.m. PDT
  • Mountain Daylight Time: 11:30 a.m. MDT
  • Central Daylight Time: 12:30 p.m. CDT
  • Eastern Daylight Time: 1:30 p.m. EDT
  • Greenwich Mean Time: 5:30 p.m. GMT

OP/ED, Cast and Staff

Multidimensional Control Mechanism YODAKA
Multidimensional Control Mechanism YODAKA

Multidimensional Control Mechanism YODAKA performs the opening theme song “Stardust Eureka,” and Shion Wakayama performs the ending theme song “The Song of Lilithea.”

The cast of Killed Again, Mr. Detective includes:

  • Rikuya Yasuda as Sakuya Outsuki
  • Shion Wakayama as Lilithea
  • Yoshino Aoyama as Yuriu Haigamine
  • Katsuyuki Konishi as Kaoruta Sozorogi
  • Rie Kugimiya as Shardina
  • Yūki Takada as Fido & Belka

Takashi Naoya directs the series at Lifenfilms. Mio Inoue is in charge of the series scripts, Akiko Kumada is the character designer, Shūhei Mutsuki is the music composer.

Additional staff members include:

  • Color Key Artist: Emiko Onodera
  • Art Director: Kuniaki Nemoto
  • Art: Kusanagi
  • Compositing Director of Photography: Hisayoshi Yamamoto
  • Sound Director: Kōhei Yoshida
  • Sound Production: INSPION Edge
  • Music Production: Nichion

Where Can I Watch Killed Again, Mr. Detective?

Killed Again Mr Detective anime key visual
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Crunchyroll is streaming the Killed Again, Mr. Detective anime in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS and Indian Subcontinent. In Japan, the anime is airing on TBS and BS11 channels.

What is Killed Again, Mr. Detective About?

Kadokawa launched the novel series with the first volume in August 2021, and the sixth volume will release on November 25. Inaba launched a manga adaptation of Killed Again, Mr. Detective on Kadokawa’s Dra Dra Flat website in July 2022, and the manga ran until the second compiled book volume in March 2024. Yen Press publishes the manga in English.

Lastly, here’s a story synopsis of the manga adaptation, via Yen Press:

Sakuya Otsuki is the son of a legendary detective, working to follow in his father’s footsteps with his assistant, Lilithea. However, something’s different about this high-school sleuth. Wherever he goes, he always manages to get himself entangled in his cases—as a murder victim! When Sakuya is tasked to infiltrate a luxury cruise ship, he finds himself killed once again. But every time he reopens his eyes, Lilithea is there by his side, ready to help him get to the bottom of the mystery…

Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ Release Dates, Schedule and Episodes

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Soul Kiwami
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Haibara's Teenage New Game+ episodes

Natsuki Haibara lives out a dream come true by reliving his high school years in the new anime adaptation of Kazuki Amamiya’s Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ light novel series. Final Weapon has everything you need to know about the Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ anime, including the weekly schedule, release dates and timing for new episodes, and the cast and staff.

The story of Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ focuses on Natsuki, who suddenly wakes up as a freshman in high school again. With all the knowledge he gained from college, Natsuki wants to carve out a different path in his school days by joining the popular crowd, making friends he never had, and growing closer to his crush. It’s time for Natsuki to turn his regrets into the youthful and fulfilling school life he always wanted.

Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ Release Dates, Exact Premiere Time and Schedule

©雨宮和希・ホビージャパン／「灰原くんの強くて青春ニューゲーム」製作委員会

New Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ episodes will release on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET on Crunchyroll. Episodes will be released with English subs. Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ will feature 12 episodes in total.

Here are the release dates and schedule for Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ (subject to change):

  • Episode 1 – April 2 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 2 – April 9 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 3 – April 16 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 4 – April 23 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 5 – April 30 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 6 – May 7 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 7 – May 14 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 8 – May 21 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 9 – May 28 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 10 – June 4 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 11 – June 11 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 12 – June 18 – OUT NOW

New episodes of Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ will premiere at the following times (subject to change):

  • Pacific Daylight Time: 10:00 a.m. PDT
  • Mountain Daylight Time: 11:00 a.m. MDT
  • Central Daylight Time: 12:00 p.m. CDT
  • Eastern Daylight Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
  • Greenwich Mean Time: 5:00 p.m. GMT

OP/ED, Cast and Staff

Ami Maeshima
Aimi

Ami Maeshima performs the opening theme song “Fly Again!!,” and Aimi performs the ending theme song “Dramatic Tōhikō (Dramatic Runaway Trip).”

The cast of the anime includes:

  • Yūto Uemura as Natsuki Haibara
  • Kanon Takao as Hikari Hoshimiya
  • Kanna Nakamura as Miori Motomiya
  • Aya Yamane as Uta Sakura
  • Sayumi Suzushiro as Yuino Nanase
  • Ryōta Suzuki as Tatsuya Nagiura
  • Tomohiro Ōno as Reita Shiratori

The anime’s staff includes:

  • Director: Misuzu Hoshino
  • Studio: Studio Comet
  • Script Overseer: Keiichirō Ōchi
  • Character Designer: Hiromi Ono
  • Composer: Sōnosuke Takao
  • Art Director: Seo Gu Lee
  • Color Design: Aiko Yamagami
  • Director of Photography: Shintaro Sakai
  • Editing: Hideaki Murai
  • Sound Director: Yayoi Tateishi
  • Sound Production: Jinnan Studio

Where Can I Watch Haibara’s Teenage New Game+?

Haibara's Teenage New Game+ main key visual
©雨宮和希・ホビージャパン／「灰原くんの強くて青春ニューゲーム」製作委員会

Crunchyroll is streaming the Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ anime worldwide, excluding Japan and China. In Japan, the anime is airing on TBS, BS11, and AT-X, along with various streaming services and other channels.

What is Haibara’s Teenage New Game+ About?

Hobby Japan shipped the first volume of Amamiya’s light novel series in December 2021. A full-color vertical comic adaptation by Misaomaru also launched in June 2023. The story’s final arc began with the ninth volume on July 1, 2025.

Lastly, J-Novel Club publishes the series in English and describes the story:

We all have embarrassing memories or deep regrets from high school, right? Socially anxious college senior Natsuki Haibara sure does. When he thinks back on that time of his life, all he has are fleeting fantasies of a happy adolescence that could have been. Imagine his bewilderment and surprise, then, when he inexplicably finds himself seven years in the past—one month before his first year of high school!

Can Haibara avoid his previous mistakes, make his way to the top of the school social pyramid, and end up with the girl of his dreams? Or will he be forced to relive three years of solitude as the most hated guy in school? He’ll need all the help he can get in order to succeed, from a workout regimen to online how-to guides, a childhood friend, and plenty of sheer willpower. Watch as Haibara takes a second shot at his teenage years!

Silent Hill: Townfall Preview – Turning the Dial

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Noah Hunter
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Silent Hill Townfall Preview

Silent Hill has absolutely seen a modern resurgence over the last few years. We got Bloober’s remake of Silent Hill 2 in 2024, Silent Hill f in 2025, and now, for the third year in a row, a new Silent Hill game will release in 2026. This time, Screen Burn and Annapurna Interactive have partnered with Konami in Silent Hill: Townfall. 

Screen Burn is best known for Observation and Stories Untold, and the team was founded by former Alien: Isolation developers. Tackling the next Silent Hill entry is no small feat, but Screen Burn seems well-equipped to deliver a unique experience unlike anything we’ve seen before in the franchise. Townfall is unique as it is the first full-length game in the series to be in a first-person perspective, which completely shakes up what many longtime fans have come to expect.

At Summer Game Fest: Play Days 2026, I had the chance to experience a 30-minute hands-off preview of Silent Hill: Townfall ahead of its launch this September. I have quite a few questions that still haven’t been answered, though I guess that’s probably a good thing for a new Silent Hill entry. 

Atmosphere is everything in Silent Hill, and Screen Burn has chosen to embrace that with a fresh location for the series. Townfall takes place in the fictional St. Amelia, Scotland, and there’s been incredible attention to detail here. Everything in this town has been created with authenticity at the top of mind, as that was priority one for the team. Every building you’ll find has been crafted in a way to align with Scotland and also the year 1996. This ideology even extends to puzzles. During the live preview, Simon found an old energy panel in the house that he needed to turn on. To get it working, you needed to find an electricity card and plug it in, which is apparently an actual thing in Scotland.

Another distinct feature in Townfall is the CRTV, which is Screen Burn’s new and original take on the radio. You can tune into a signal using the CRTV at any time, and this is used to deliver narrative elements, clues to puzzles, locations you need to go to, and much more. The team actually recorded the footage in-game, brought it outside, passed it through analog, and put it back in for an authentic effect as you scroll that really helps sell it. We saw the CRTV being used to scrub and find footage of a strange apartment, which was actually where Simon needed to go next. Additionally, it can locate and track enemies through buildings and walls, which is critical for survival.

Beyond the CRTV and the obvious cutscenes, another way Silent Hill: Townfall aims to help deliver its narrative is through Simon’s inner monologue, which is unspoken and written on the screen with his handwriting. The Screen Burn team described this as a method to deliver objective comments and in a narrative-centric way, as we normally wouldn’t get to know what the protagonist is thinking in a specific situation. It really helps bring you into the atmosphere and into Simon’s shoes as he navigates this weird town.

Many mechanics have been built around perspective. Since the game is in first person, Townfall can let the protagonist, Simon, peek around corners and cover in ways not possible with a third-person perspective or camera. I also found it interesting hearing the team explain how rooms in homes are actually built at a 1:1 scale because of there not being a third-person camera.

Combat wasn’t a focus of our preview, but we did see Simon acquire a weapon.  I am interested to see if combat does end up being as much of a focus as in previous games, as right now it feels like there is an emphasis on sneaking around instead of bashing through enemies. Interestingly, you walk around with an IV inserted into your left arm the entire time, and it was revealed that you can be revived after death once without losing your life.

As it stands now, I definitely want to see more of Silent Hill: Townfall. I’m a huge fan of the atmosphere I’ve seen so far, as well as the setting, but I do want to see more combat and how that fits into things. Townfall takes a lot of big swings, so we’ll have to see if all those land when the game launches in September.

Silent Hill: Townfall is set to release on September 24 across PlayStation 5 and PC.

Digimon Story Time Stranger Gets Free Update on July 9

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Theodore Millard
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Digimon Story Time Stranger will receive a new update for all platforms across July 9 and July 10. It is set to add Photo Mode, a new playable character, and quality of life improvements.

The release is scheduled for July 9 for the existing platforms of PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It will release on July 10 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, the same day as the Switch versions release (all times UTC). In the update, Terriermon Assistant will be added as a new playable character. Additionally, it will feature Photo Mode, which will be available in field exploration, as well as a new Graphics Mode option. Furthermore, a screen in the Digifarm will allow players to check Digivolution Conditions.

Check out the announcement post below:

Lastly, Digimon Story Time Stranger is available now worldwide for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Pre-orders are open for when the game launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on July 10. A demo is also available for both systems. In addition, a new expansion is in development and planned for a 2027 release. The game has both Japanese and English voice overs. Final Weapon reviewed Digimon Story Time Stranger and gave it a 4.5/5 score, noting that the game is “the boldest entry in the franchise to date, delivering a thrilling narrative, stunning environments, and over 450 Digimon to collect. Its deep combat system, expansive quality-of-life improvements, and superb English voice acting elevate it alongside the best RPGs of the year. Minor issues aside, this is the definitive Digimon experience fans have been waiting for.”

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice Releases for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4

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Theodore Millard
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Bandai Namco has announced that My Hero Academia: All’s Justice will release for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will include a unique illustration and several editions are available.

The trailer for the new announcement can be seen here:

When the Nintendo Switch 2 version releases, all platforms will receive ‘Mini Game (All 10 types)’ in a free update, also including a collaboration with PAC-MAN. The Switch 2 version will allow for “online battles with family and friends through the GameShare feature via GameChat.” A list of available characters was provided by Bandai Namco.

Early unlocks for Izuku Midoriya Rising and All for One Chaos, and 30,000 Hero Coins are available as a pre-order bonus. A Season Pass is available for $24.99, featuring Star and Stripe, Nana Shimura, and three unrevealed characters.

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice launched on February 6 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions are available now in the Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, and Steam. Final Weapon reviewed My Hero Academia All’s Justice and gave it a 2.5/5 score, noting that the game takes some ambitious moves that don’t always land.

In Story Mode, My Hero Academia All’s Justice players relive the final battle of the anime in the My Hero Academia All’s Justice game. The mode features stunning visuals and graphics that recapture the essence of the anime with a game-centric view.

Players will unlock Archives Battle after clearing Team Up Mission. In this mode, players can relive iconic battles from the original story, set before the events of the final season. Battles in Archives Battle are more challenging and offer “special gameplay experiences” unique to this mode.

Persona 6 Available to Wishlist Now on Steam

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Saras Rajpal
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Persona 6 Available to Wishlist Now on Steam

ATLUS has opened up the store page for Persona 6 on Steam, which is available now to wishlist on the platform. With it, wishlisting is now available on all major platforms: the PlayStation 5 via the PlayStation Store, Xbox Series X|S via the Xbox Store Page, and PC via Steam. 

ATLUS revealed Persona 6 during the recent Xbox Games Showcase. The first trailer showcased the dark atmosphere that fans can expect from the new entry, as it showcases a graveyard and a mystery protagonist. While we don’t know the release date of Persona 6 just yet, in the meantime, players can look forward to the release of Persona 4 Revival, which will release on February 18, 2027. Persona 4 Revival is available to wishlist now on PlayStation 5 via PlayStation Store, Xbox Series X|S via Microsoft Store, and PC via Microsoft Store and Steam. The remake will be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one. 

Lastly, here’s an overview of Persona 6 via the Xbox Store Page:

With over 30 million copies sold worldwide, the Persona series has defined a generation of RPG storytelling. Now, after years of anticipation, the next installment is finally revealed.

Persona 6 brings everything beloved about the series into a bold new story. The signature blend of heartfelt daily life and pulse-pounding supernatural adventure returns, wrapped around a completely fresh, standalone story and new cast of characters. Whether you’ve been with the series since the beginning or this is your very first Persona experience, you belong here.

Unleash Your Persona. Forge Unbreakable Bonds.

Awaken the power of Persona, a manifestation of your innermost self, and discover others who share this extraordinary ability. Every relationship you nurture makes you stronger. Every bond you forge becomes a weapon against the darkness lurking within.

Live a Double Life in Modern-Day Japan.

Navigate the rhythms of everyday school life and build friendships, pursue romance, and cultivate memories that matter. But beneath the surface of familiar streets and quiet neighborhoods lies something darker: strange rumors, unsettling urban legends, and occult incidents that only you and your closest allies can face.

New to the Series? Learn about the journey.

The Persona series has over 30 years of history, but every numbered entry tells its own complete, standalone story – no prior experience required! Beginning in 1996 with Revelations: Persona as a spin-off of the Shin Megami Tensei franchise, Persona has since become a flagship RPG series for ATLUS.

Now, Persona 6 promises the perfect entry point into one of gaming’s most beloved franchises for newcomers and a haunting, profound new mystery for those who have been waiting.

Kirio Fan Club Anime Release Dates, Schedule and Episodes

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Soul Kiwami
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Kirio Fan Club episodes

Two girls become closer while getting to know Kirio, the same boy they have a crush on, in the highly anticipated anime adaptation of Chikyu no Sakana Ponchan’s Kirio Fan Club manga. Final Weapon has everything you need to know about the Kirio Fan Club anime, including the weekly schedule, release dates and timing for new episodes, and the cast and staff.

The story of Kirio Fan Club focuses on Aimi and Nami. The two girls battle over which one loves Kirio more, leading to some whimsical and deeply emotional movements. As the two discover what makes love valuable, they grow a healthy friendship that could prove to be just as fruitful and heartwarming. 

Kirio Fan Club Release Dates, Exact Premiere Time and Schedule

Kirio Fan Club schedule
©Chikyu no Osakana Ponchan, Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha/ Kirio Fan Club Anime Production Committee

New Kirio Fan Club episodes will release on Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET on HIDIVE. Episodes will be released with English subs. Kirio Fan Club will feature 12 episodes in total.

Here are the release dates and schedule for Kirio Fan Club (subject to change):

  • Episode 1 – April 2 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 2 – April 9 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 3 – April 16 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 4 – April 23 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 5 – April 30 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 6 – May 7 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 7 – May 14 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 8 – May 21 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 9 – May 28 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 10 – June 4 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 11 – June 11 – OUT NOW
  • Episode 12 – June 18 – OUT NOW

New episodes of Kirio Fan Club will premiere at the following times (subject to change):

  • Pacific Daylight Time: 9:00 a.m. PDT
  • Mountain Daylight Time: 10:00 a.m. MDT
  • Central Daylight Time: 11:00 a.m. CDT
  • Eastern Daylight Time: 12:00 p.m. EDT
  • Greenwich Mean Time: 4:00 p.m. GMT

OP/ED, Cast and Staff

Skirt
ODD Foot Works
Ako

Skirt and ODD Foot Works perform the opening theme song “FANCLUB,” and Ako performs the ending theme song “Harmony.”

The cast members include:

  • Yūya Hirose as Mitsuru Manda
  • Jin Ogasawara as Hayato Momose
  • Ayasa Itō as Satsuki Muraoka
  • Fūka Izumi as Seira Tashiro
  • Nene Hieda as Aimi Miyoshi
  • Shion Wakayama as Nami Sometani
  • Gakuto Kajiwara as Ken Kirio

Sō Toyama directs the Kirio Fan Club anime at SATELIGHT. Aya Satsuki oversees and writes the series scripts, and Nami Hayashi is the character designer.

Additional staff members include:

  • Main Key Animation: Kikuko Sadakata
  • Art Settings: Katsuhisa Takiguchi (Studio Tulip)
  • Art Director: Daisuke Suzuki (Studio Tulip)
  • Color Design: Haruko Nobori (Hiyori)
  • Director of Photography: Tsuyoshi Shimura
  • Editing: Shūji Matsumoto
  • Sound Director: Toshiki Kameyama
  • Sound Production: Studio Sound Bee
  • Music: Tomoki Kikuya
  • Music Production: PONY CANYON

Where Can I Watch Kirio Fan Club?

©Chikyu no Osakana Ponchan, Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha/ Kirio Fan Club Anime Production Committee

HIDIVE will be streaming the Kirio Fan Club anime in various regions outside Japan, including the U.S. In Japan, the anime will air during the Super Animeism TURBO programming block on MBS, TBS, and 26 affiliate channels. 

What is Kirio Fan Club About?

Chikyu no Sakana Ponchan launched the manga on Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha’s Comic Ruelle service in 2022, and the manga ran until August 2024. Kodansha USA Publishing will begin to release the manga in English starting in spring 2026.

Lastly, here’s a synopsis of the story, via Kodansha:

What would you do if your crush had ear-splitting farts? For Aimi and Nami, the answer is to cry tears of joy for being able to pinpoint at a distance the object of their affections, Kirio, from a single toot. These are the kinds of deep, philosophical questions the two friends/rivals in romance pose to each other to prove their love for this boy who hardly seems to know they exist. That won’t stop them from conducting nightly rituals to entice him into their dreams, though, or listing out what exactly they like about him, down to the very last organ. But when push comes to shove, will they choose their hilarious friendship over a shot at love?

Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII ‘Sunny Summer Fontinalia’ Launches on July 1

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Saras Rajpal
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Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII 'Sunny Summer Fontinalia' Launches on July 1

HoYoverse has announced that Genshin Impact Version Luna VIII “Sunny Summer Fontinalia” will launch on July 1. The new version features the return of Sandrone and the Frost Moon as a new permanent area. 

Sandrone, the Seventh of the Fatui Harbingers, returns as a 5-star Cryo Claymore wielder. After a tense first encounter, players witnessed her selfless sacrifice in the fierce battle against The Doctor, helping Columbina and the Traveler secure victory. Now that she has come back, the truth of resurrection will finally be revealed. Stellar-Conduct, a brand-new Cryo-Electro reaction, will also be available. When triggered by certain Cryo and Electro characters, the surrounding area will briefly transform into a Polestar Field. The field can store excess Cryo and Electro energy and convert it into buffs. It can also increase the Stellar-Conduct DMG, as well as Cryo DMG and Electro DMG dealt by all characters within its range, while also reducing opponents’ Physical RES. Certain existing Cryo and Electro characters can also receive unique enhancements while within the field.

Players will also board a spacecraft and set foot on the moon, where a vast new region awaits exploration. The moon is home to many breathtaking sights unlike anything seen in Teyvat. This includes a luminous yet treacherous lunar sea and a space station suspended in outer space. In addition, majestic ancient ruins await exploration, revealing more hidden stories tied to the ancient dragon race. Players can also traverse various types of terrain and manipulate the local gravity. Alongside the several other additions of Version Luna VIII, a new summer-themed lobby and outfits will be available.

Check out the trailer for Version Luna VIII of Genshin Impact below:

Lastly, Genshin Impact is available now for Android, iOS, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Windows and Epic Games Store.

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