Reviews

Princess Knight: New Omnibus Edition

How does the 1950s shojo classic Princess Knight hold up in 2022? Find out in our review of this lovely new omnibus edition!

darkstorm • 31st August 2022

Manga Review

New York, New York Volume 2 Review

The second and final omnibus volume of New York, New York, the 1990s LGBT+ slice-of-life manga suddenly transforms into a serial killer drama when Mel goes missing. Does this unexpected change of direction make or break this classic series?

Sarah • 30th August 2022

Anime Review

Vinland Saga – Collector’s Edition Review

Vinland Saga blends historical drama with bloody action and some shonen tropes to form a very satisfying whole, so it’s great to see the anime adaptation finally make it to physical media here in the UK in the form of this collector;s edition. Let’s take a deeper look into MVM’s latest release…

Cold Cobra • 29th August 2022

Manhwa/Manhua Review

A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special Volume 1 Review

In a Returner's Magic Should Be Special, Desir Herrman gets a fresh chance at life. Back in the past, can he now protect and make his friends stronger, or will fate repeat itself?

Noemi10 • 28th August 2022

Manga Review

Sasaki and Miyano Volume 6 Review

It’s taken Miyano a long time to face up to the fact that he has feelings for his senior, Sasaki – and Sasaki’s final year at school is drawing to a close. Has Miyano left it too late to tell Sasaki how he feels?

Sarah • 27th August 2022

Manga Review

Bomba! Review

This horror manga involving a ghostly horse is disturbing in some unwanted ways.

Ian Wolf • 26th August 2022

Book Review

Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway Volume 1 (Light Novel) Review

Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway Volume 1 tells the story of 26-year-old Yoshida and the high school runaway he takes home one drunken night. Now with a polished editing job from Yen Press!

Demelza • 25th August 2022

Film Review

Free! – the Final Stroke – the First and Second Volumes Review

Free! reaches its climax as the members of Iwatobi Swim Club progress to compete on a world stage – but is the old magic still there? Find out as Anime Limited brings the final two films to a cinema near you in the UK.

Sarah • 24th August 2022

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volumes 18 and 19 Review

Toka Bergat has turned traitor, Mitsuhide is wrongfully imprisoned and Zen is left to fend off the attack on Sereg Knight Base or face certain death in the first of two new instalments of Snow White with the Red Hair.

Demelza • 23rd August 2022

Manga Review

Nights with a Cat Volume 1 Review

A simple story that any cat owner will instantly connect with.

Ian Wolf • 22nd August 2022

Manga Review

I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss (Manga) Volume 3 Review

The final volume of this manga adaptation reaches its climax as Aileen tries to save Keith’s bacon and free him from the demon trafficking plot he’s been caught up in for so long. However, not everything goes according to plan, as Lilia and Prince Cedric are determined to get in the way!

Onosume • 21st August 2022

Manga Review

Aria The Masterpiece Volume 3 Review

Aria The Masterpiece Volume 3 maintains the quality of the previous volumes, continuing to expand its world-building with new characters and occupations, all whilst focusing on Akari’s growth and positive influence on those around her.

HWR • 20th August 2022

Book Review

Reign of the Seven Spellblades Volume 5 Review

After taking a break in Volume 4 of Reign of the Seven Spellblades, now Oliver is preparing to take down a second target in his quest for revenge - but will he be able to overcome his target's formidable combat abilities?

Demelza • 19th August 2022

Manga Review

Minami Nanami Wants to Shine Volume 2 Review

As our protagonist takes her first steps into modelling, she finds herself with more questions than ever - but with the support of her friends and family, she continues her search for a place where she can shine.

Demelza • 18th August 2022

Manga Review

The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter Volume 1 Review

A present-day Japanese workaholic accountant is dragged - by mistake - into another world. So far, so standard isekai…except Seiichirou Kondou’s life ends up taking a very non-standard isekai route when he meets Knight Captain Aresh.

Sarah • 17th August 2022

Manga Review

Kowloon Generic Romance Volume 1 Review

Kowloon Walled City – a place where the past, present and future seem to intermingle and realtor Reiko Kujirai might just be falling for her co-worker, the laid-back Hajime Kudou. But not everything is as it seems…

Sarah • 16th August 2022

Manga Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 8 Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 8 sees our cast set out for a new city, but first, they must make it through the forest of Chykrysbia.

Demelza • 15th August 2022

Manga Review

Can’t Stop Cursing You Volumes 2 and 3 Review

Protagonist Saeyama finds himself dealing with some brutal Curse Killers in Volumes 2 and 3 of Can't Stop Cursing You. Will he be able to figure out their motivations and put a stop to the killings before more innocents are harmed?

Demelza • 14th August 2022

Anime Review

Kakegurui Twin Episodes 1 – 6 Review (Streaming)

Kakegurui Twin is a fun, quick dive back to the school of gambling we know and love; check out our review!

darkstorm • 13th August 2022

Book Review

Final Fantasy XIV Picture Book: The Namazu and the Greatest Gift Review

The Namazu and the Greatest Gift is a picture book based on the popular MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV. Follow the namazu of the Azim Steppe as they head out on a brand new mini-adventure of their own!

Rui • 12th August 2022