In the latest anime news, there have been several exciting announcements in the world of anime. Kyoto Animation is set to produce an anime adaptation of Keiichi Arawi’s CITY manga, while Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved film is scheduled for release in 2025. Additionally, a new trailer for the Ranma 1/2 anime featuring Ano’s opening theme has been previewed, and Hiroshi Kamiya has joined the cast of My Hero Academia anime.
Blue Box anime has revealed three new cast members, and the Trillion Game anime is set to air for a consecutive half year. Llenn’s Tomori Kusunoki will sing the ending theme for Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II anime. In North America, there have been recent releases of anime and manga from September 15-21.
In other news, Bleach Anime is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a visual, and voice actress Mikako Komatsu is expecting her second child. Venom: The Last Dance and Birth of Kitaro are collaborating in a new video, and there is a joint 15th-anniversary collaboration between Monogatari and Steins;Gate. Hisashi Hirai and Satoshi Shigeta have unveiled original art for Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom Anime’s Mighty Edition BD Box Set. The Tokyo Government is planning to project Pac-Man, Godzilla, and YOASOBI on the Metropolitan Government Office, while Akio Ōtsuka, Kenjirō Tsuda, and Miku Itō will star as energy drinks in the CalorieMate game.
In press releases, PassCode has announced a second consecutive anime tie-up, and STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION will share ‘HIKARI’ as the official theme song for ‘HIKARI Festival 2024,’ featuring voices from Japan and Poland. Code Geass has unleashed its power upon Puzzle & Dragons for the first time, and YuYu Hakusho ugly sweaters are back with a price cut at Animate International. Additionally, Sentai’s December home video releases have been announced, and Crunchyroll has acquired and announced the theatrical date for ‘Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-‘.
The anime pirates Lucas DeRuyter and Nicholas Dupree recently discussed the prevalence of anime piracy and its impact on the industry. They explored the history of piracy sites and the recent shutdown of several popular illegal streaming websites in Brazil. The conversation delved into the ethics of piracy and the role it plays in the anime fandom, highlighting the balance between supporting official releases and accessing content that may not be readily available through legal means.
Overall, the discussion emphasized the importance of supporting the official release of anime to ensure the continued growth and success of the industry. While acknowledging the role piracy has played in introducing fans to anime, the focus was on encouraging fans to consider the impact of their viewing habits on creators and the industry as a whole. By promoting ethical consumption and supporting official releases, fans can contribute to the sustainability and accessibility of anime for future generations.
