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News

Netflix Announces More Anime Partnerships plus Anime Adaptations for Dragon’s Dogma and Super Crooks

Netflix reveals new anime projects from studio Bones, David Production, Sublimation and WIT Studio plus more.

NormanicGrav • 12th March 2019

Anime Review

Princess Principal Collection Review

When a steampunk alternate reality Britain is split in half and political revolution lurks around the corner, who can you trust? The words of spies may be suspect, but can you trust us when we say Princess Principal is worth a watch? Read more to find out!

Josh A. Stevens • 12th March 2019

Manga Review

Mob Psycho 100 Volume 1 Review

ONE's manga is funny and stylistically unique.

Ian Wolf • 11th March 2019

News

The Light Cinema to screen Dragon Ball Super: Broly and Studio Ghibli as part of their Anime Season line-up

Independent UK cinema chain is bringing Broly back to the UK cinema screens as well as Mary and the Witch's Flower and select Studio Ghibli films as part of its special anime season line-up.

NormanicGrav • 11th March 2019

Manga Review

Record of Grancrest War Volume 2 Review

Record of Grancrest War continues to offer the compelling war story the first book promised. Although most of our time is spent on a single battle, the manga is well drawn and sets a high standard for future volumes to follow.

Demelza • 9th March 2019

Manga Review

We Never Learn Volume 2 Review

We Never Learn continues to be an entertaining romantic comedy. While this second volume is more episodic in nature compared to the previous one, this works in the series’ favour and offers a nice chance to spend time with all of the cast one-on-one.

Demelza • 8th March 2019

News

Lupin the IIIrd: Fujiko Mine’s Lie Anime Film Opens In Japan This May

From the director of Redline, Lupin the IIIrd: Fujiko Mine's Lie returns viewers to the gritty, stylistic world of the acclaimed 2012 series "The Woman Called Fujiko Mine" when it opens in Japan this May!

Josh A. Stevens • 7th March 2019

News

Brian K. Vaughan To Write Live-Action Gundam Film At Legendary Pictures

Legendary Pictures have signed famous comic writer Brian K. Vaughan to pen a live-action Gundam film!

Josh A. Stevens • 6th March 2019

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 4 Review

Overall. Kokoro Connect continues to impress as a series and never falters. This volume is perhaps the most emotionally charged one yet and showcases a moment we’ve all been waiting for.

Demelza • 6th March 2019

Manga Review

One Piece, Volume 89 Review

A man with the power of mochi and a gigantic wedding cake are on the menu as the current arc of One Piece nears its conclusion.

Ian Wolf • 5th March 2019

Features

MAN WITH A MISSION: Chasing the Horizon European Tour Report

The "Furries from the Far East" returned to the UK in 2019 with two howling headliner live shows. Onosume gives their thoughts on the band's Manchester gig...

Onosume • 4th March 2019

Anime Review

Scum’s Wish Complete Collection Review

Scum’s Wish never puts a foot wrong in how it presents its story and characters. With a mature, in-depth look at love and lust, the series has much to show us. It’s thoughtful, emotional and incredibly insightful.

Demelza • 4th March 2019

News

Manga UK Issues Statement On Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card Release

Manga Entertainment UK publishes apology and statement regarding the uncertain situation surrounding their release of Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.

Josh A. Stevens • 1st March 2019

News

PQube Games To Release Kill la Kill IF in Europe This Year

Kill la Kill IF is coming to Europe on PS4, Nintendo Switch and PC later this year, publisher pQube Games confirms!

Josh A. Stevens • 1st March 2019

Book Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, Not Fenrir! Volume 1 Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, not Fenrir! is a fun endeavour in the isekai genre. It’s not offering anything new but if you’re fond of canines and fantasy adventures, this might be an enjoyable read.

Demelza • 1st March 2019

Book Review

Koimonogatari Review

Koimonogatari is a compelling and satisfying end to the second season of Monogatari. With a fresh face narrating and so much at stake, this volume is a real page turner that you’ll be unable to put down.

Demelza • 28th February 2019

News

Blue Exorcist -Kyoto Saga- Now Available on UK Netflix

You can now watch the second season of Blue Exorcist in dub & sub form on Netflix!

NormanicGrav • 28th February 2019

Manga Review

RWBY: Official Manga Anthology Volumes 2 – 3 Review

The RWBY Official Manga Anthology volumes continue to be a labour of love for the artists; if you are a fan of the series, these new book collections will offer some new insights into your favourite characters.

darkstorm • 27th February 2019

Anime Review

Vatican Miracle Examiner Review

Vatican Miracle Examiner promises intrigue and horror as two young priests investigate sinister goings-on in the twilight world of the occult. Delivering a gripping drama without toppling over into melodrama is a challenge – so is this anime TV series up to the job?

Sarah • 26th February 2019

News

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Season 3 (Final Arc) Scheduled for Netflix on 1st March

The conclusion to the anime series will soon be available for the rest of the world on Netflix.

NormanicGrav • 25th February 2019