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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 4h

JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution gets a new trailer ahead of its release on November 14th:

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#JUJUTSUKAISEN #Cinema #Film #Crunchyroll #Anime #AnimeNews

Jujutsu Kaisen Execution gets new trailer

Hitting cinemas on November 14th!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 4h

"There’s something about how Nagase captures each element of his private detective that is deeply yet quietly impressive."

Richard Durrance gets forensic with the Maiku Hama trilogy from @thirdwindowfilms.com

www.uk-anime.net/liveaction/T...

#Film #AsianCinema #Crime #Thriller #MaikuHama #Drama

The Maiku Hama Trilogy

Playful, thrilling, stylish and cinematic: Maiku Hama is finally with us

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 4h

Something for budding authors - Qdopp have announced a writing contest in conjunction with MyAnimeList x Honeyfeed, with cash prizes for the winning entries.

Use your imagination to craft a story of urban fantasy or spotlight romance:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/MyA...

#writing #competition

MyAnimeList x Honeyfeed writing contest 2025 to launch Worldwide

A chance to win prizes for your literary genius!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 1d

"Could be the feelgood hit of the Autumn"

Ross takes a look the demo for a cross between an idol management sim and SRPG with UltraGirl Alters, coming from FutureInvention on October 24th:

www.uk-anime.net/Articles/Ult...

#UltraGirlAlters #SRPG #idolmanagement #anime

UltraGirl Alters (Demo) First Look

Manage the virtual idol group Alters as they fight monsters Tokusatsu style!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 1d

Aria the Animation celebrates 20th anniversary with a 2-disc vinyl release of the soundtrack:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Ari...

#AriaTheAnimation #Soundtrack #Music #Vinyl #Anime

Aria the Animation celebrates 20th anniversary with Soundtrack on Vinyl

Chill to the sounds of Neo Venizia

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 2d

Vash the Stampede will return on @crunchyroll.com in January for Trigun Stargaze, check out the epic trailer here:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Cru...

#TrigunStargaze #Trigun #Anime #AnimeNews #Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll showcase epic Trigun Stargaze trailer

Vash returns for the final battle

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 2d

Monolith has made its Berserk boardgame live for crowdfunding - if you fancy reliving the Millennium Arc on a table, this could be for you:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Bes...

#Berserk #TTBG #BoardGames #Crowdfunding

Beserk Boardgame Heads To Crowdfunding

Go Berserk on a table!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 2d

"...masterfully balances fidelity and modernity"

Majkol Robuschi shares his impressions on the remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - it's good news!

www.uk-anime.net/Games/Trails...

#TrailsInTheSky1stChapter #JRPG #GameReview #Trails

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

A new beginning that feels like a homecoming, perfectly setting the stage for the rediscovery of the genesis of one of the JRPG landscape's most long-lived and beloved sagas.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 5d

Crunchyroll will be attending London MCM Expo on October 24th-25th, with exclusive screenings and gifts for existing subscribers.

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Cru...

#MCM #ComicCon #Crunchyroll #Anime

Crunchyroll announce their appearance at MCM London alongside new anime releases

Give-aways and more at the Crunchyroll stand

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 5d

I've had a lot of fun reading the indie Cyberpunk comic Ronin of Okane, the fifth volume of which launches a Kickstarter tomorrow. It's a cracking read and highly recommended - I've put down my thoughts on the series here:

www.uk-anime.net/Articles/Ron...

#Cyberpunk #Comics #Kickstarter #Indie

Ronin of Okane and the Evolution of Comics

Taking self-published material to new heights in the digital era

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 8d

"...a game that both satisfies and leaves you wanting more. Not a bad combination these days!"

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian from @koeitecmo.bsky.social is out now:

www.uk-anime.net/Games/Atelie...

#JRPG #GameReview #AtelierResleriana

Atelier Resleriana The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian

Nailing the most important element - fun - the latest Atelier game is a rewarding experience for new and old fans alike. Fingers crossed they continue to develop this intriguing new world.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 9d

Kaiju No.8 expands its universe in season 2, a show that's rapidly becoming a favourite with its mix of hideous monsters, great characters and incredible action:

www.uk-anime.net/anime/Kaiju_...

#KaijuNo8 #Shonen #Anime #AnimeReview #horror #kaiji

Kaiju No8 Season 2

Despite a frustrating cliffhanger ending, the expansion of the Kaiju No.8 universe is deftly handled by Production I.G. who pull off yet another great season of top-tier shonen.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 12d

"The overall experience crumbles under the weight of questionable ludic choices"

Majkol Robuschi is impressed by the ambition of Silent Hill f from Konami but comes away ultimately underwhelmed:

www.uk-anime.net/Games/Silent...

#SilentHillf #Gamereview #horror

Silent Hill f

In conclusion, Silent Hill f is a profoundly ambitious chapter, yet one ultimately incapable of carrying the weight of the expectations placed upon it.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 12d

MVM release their early 2026 review slate:

Tokyo Mew Mew
Lycoris Recoil
The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess
Spy Classroom
Vermeil in Gold

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/MVM...

#anime #animenews #newreleases #BluRay

MVM announce early 2026 review slate

Catgirls, vampires, and spies in a mix of classic and new series

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 12d

OceanVeil announce the production of an English dub for Nukitashi The Animation:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Oce...

#Anime #AnimeNews #OceanVeil #Nukitashi

OceanVeil Announce Production Of English Dub For Nukitashi The Animation

Crew and cast yet to be announced

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 15d

With Ranma 1/2 season 2 just days away, SH Figuarts announce brand new action figures for Ranma, Ranma-Chan and Shampoo! Retailing at 9,000 Yen each, pre-orders go live October 1st and are expected to ship in March 2026:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/SH_...

#Ranma #SHFiguarts #Shampoo #Toys

SH Figuarts returns to Ranma

Brand new figures for the new series

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 15d

"Arcade fans that play for bragging rights should fit right in here."

Another classic shooter makes a return with Mamorukun ReCurse! from @clearrivergames.com

www.uk-anime.net/games/Mamoru...

#games #Shmup #MamorukunReCurse #Arcade #RetroGames

Mamorukun ReCurse!

Fun, frantic and with every mode, music track and character included, this is a great value classic shmup which fans of the genre should love.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 15d

Here's something unusual - we take a look at AVIOT's optimised KizunaAI earbuds, featuring vocal interactions in English and Japanese from the star VTuber herself:

www.uk-anime.net/Articles/Kiz...

#KizunaAI #Earbuds #AVIOT #Technology #VTuber #VirtualIdol

KizunaAI AVIOT ANC Earbuds - more than just a gimmick

Ross reveals his inner-audiophile

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 16d

"There's plenty to both like and fear in this creature that has come to live among the villagers"

The Summer Hikaru Died is a superior horror on @netflixanime.bsky.social

www.uk-anime.net/anime/The_Su...

#anime #horror #TheSummerHikaruDied #Netflix

The Summer Hikaru Died

Dark, funny and disturbing, it's a surprisingly deep portrayal of two outsiders relying on each other for survival in a world that's just not quite right. A creepy delight.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 19d

"The narrative is perfectly paced, the characters engaging and the romance (or lack thereof) deftly handled."

Ross takes a walk on the manwha side with Baroness Goes on Strike from Crossed Hearts publishing:

www.uk-anime.net/Manga/Barone...

#manwha #comics #romance #fantasy

Baroness Goes on Strike Vol. 1

The book is beautifully presented, the story lively and characters engaging - the time-travel mechanic may be a trope, but it's executed with verve and humour. Recommended for frustrated romantics!

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Ollie Barder @cacophanus.bsky.social · 19d

Tokyo Game Show 2025 Was Maybe The Busiest One Yet
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Tokyo Game Show 2025 Was Maybe The Busiest One Yet

Following last year’s upbeat showing, Tokyo Game Show 2025 was even busier and bustling with lots of people. I also played more games than I thought possible.

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 19d

Something a bit different for Friday: Punk Pop Girl Band Tokyo Syoki Syodo made their major debut this week with their self-titled album on King Records:

Listen to their debut single, Sayonara Rendezvous, here:

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Pun...

#TokyoSyokoSyodo #Punk #Pop #Music #Debut

Punk Pop band Tokyo Syoki Syodo make their major debut

Generating quite the buzz globally!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 19d

Time for Jpop Demon Hunters as legendary Ju-On: The Grudge director Takashi Shimizu brings Jpop idols to the big screen in SANA and SANA: Let Me Hear courtesy of @arrowvideo.bsky.social

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/Jpo...

#NMB48 #GENERATIONSfromEXILETRIBE #SANA #Horror #TakashiShimizu #Film

Jpop Demon Hunters - Arrow to screen SANA and SANA: Let Me Hear in October

Legendary horror director Takashi Shimizu (Ju-On: The Grudge) brings Jpop idols to the big screen

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 19d

We've got more updates on the City Hunter PC Engine game, including pre-order links from @redartgames.bsky.social

www.uk-anime.net/newsitem/PC_...

#CityHunter #PCEngine #RetroGame #PS5 #Switch #Steam #Xbox

PC Engine City Hunter game makes a comeback

In English for the first time!

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UK Anime Network @ukanime.bsky.social · 20d

"...a taut, no-nonsense, morally murky double-cross of a thriller"

Richard returns to V-Cinema essentials with Danger Point: The Road to Hell (what a title!) from @arrowvideo.bsky.social

www.uk-anime.net/liveaction/V...

#Film #AsianCinema #Hitmen #CrimeDrama

V-Cinema Essentials 8: Danger Point: The Road to Hell

Hasebe gives us a taut remaking of The Killers with his own spin

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