Anime Review

Neon Genesis Evangelion: The Complete Collection Review

One of the greatest anime of all time finally comes out on Blu-ray.

Ian Wolf • 15th December 2021

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 5 Review

Tensions increase for Yatora and his fellow students as the oil painting exam looms in Volume 5 of Blue Period. Can they handle the pressure?

Sarah • 14th December 2021

Manga Review

Orient Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of Orient is a marked improvement over the last couple of volumes, as it picks up on the action, gives us a threatening antagonist, and delves further into the world’s mythology.

Onosume • 13th December 2021

Manga Review

Rent-A-(Really Shy!)-Girlfriend Volume 1 Review

This new spin-off of Rent-A-Girlfriend places the ultra-shy Sumi front and centre as she tries desperately to overcome her communication disorder.

Demelza • 8th December 2021

Manga Review

Ciguatera, Book 1 (Volumes 1-2) Review

A coming-of-age tale about a boy who craves a certain girl and the thrill of the open road.

Ian Wolf • 6th December 2021

Manga Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 6 Review

The demon invasion looms in The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 6, but protagonist Matthias is well prepared and puts the final touches in place while training his companions for the difficult battle ahead.

Demelza • 5th December 2021

Manga Review

I Think Our Son is Gay Volume 2 Review

Doting mother Tomoko is determined to do her best to support her elder son Hiroki whom she suspects is gay but not yet ready to admit it to the world or even, maybe, to himself. Time to meet the Aoyama family again in the second slice-of-life volume of Okura’s I Think Our Son is Gay.

Sarah • 4th December 2021

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volume 9 Review

In Volume 9 of Rent-A-Girlfriend Kazuya must find a way of improving his standing with Mizuhara, which begins with the hunt for a perfect birthday present!

Demelza • 1st December 2021

Anime Review

The Skull Man Complete Collection Review

Hayato Mikogami returns to his hometown to figure out the mystery of a murderer who goes around wearing a skull mask in this series from Studio BONES.

Demelza • 29th November 2021

Manga Review

Double Volume 2 Review

Winning that elusive breakthrough role is what most actors aspire to – but in the second volume of Double, friends Yuujin and Takara find themselves auditioning for the same film. Who will get the part?

Sarah • 25th November 2021

Manga Review

Our Not-So-Lonely Planet Travel Guide Volume 2 Review

Asahi and Mitsuki continue their round-the-world journey as they land in Finland! But when they encounter some unforeseen obstacles, how well will their relationship survive?

Sarah • 19th November 2021

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volumes 14 and 15 Review

Romance is pushed aside for careful worldbuilding in these two new volumes of Snow White with the Red Hair.

Demelza • 18th November 2021

Manga Review

Sasaki and Miyano Volume 04 Review

It’s nearly time for the school cultural festival – and Miyano has been selected to represent his class in a drag contest. But how will Sasaki react? Tensions rise in Volume 4 of Sasaki and Miyano.

Sarah • 17th November 2021

Film Review

Love Live! Sunshine!! The School Idol Movie: Over the Rainbow Review

While Love Live! Sunshine!!’s second season wrapped up quite conclusively, Sunrise brings the girls of Aqours back for one more outing in this flawed but highly entertaining epilogue.

Onosume • 15th November 2021

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 7 and 8 Review

Volumes 7 and 8 of Rent-A-Girlfriend put the spotlight firmly on Mizuhara as both her job situation and her feelings for Kazuya slowly begin to change...

Demelza • 13th November 2021

Manga Review

Bestia Volumes 2 and 3 Review

Concluding in just three volumes, can Bestia end on a high note, continuing the goodwill carried over from the first volume?

darkstorm • 12th November 2021

Manga Review

Sex Ed 120% Volume 2 Review

Feminism, consent, and some adult material discovered in a cliched location all make an appearance as this manga continues to educate and entertain.

Ian Wolf • 9th November 2021

Manga Review

Otherside Picnic Volume 1 Review

Step into the world of the Otherside, a bizarre and eerie world filled with dangerous creatures from popular folklore that the young women Sorawo and Toriko must face in order to find Toriko's missing friend, Satsuki

Onosume • 8th November 2021

Manga Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 5 Review

In Volume 5 of The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest, Matthias and his team discover a dastardly plan from the demons to invade the kingdom, while the newest addition to the group takes on a human form with the hope of making it into the Second Academy.

Demelza • 6th November 2021

Manga Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 8 Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 8 sees Asako and Kotaro celebrate their first anniversary together as well as embarking on a company trip to the beach!

Demelza • 5th November 2021