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Persona 5: The Day Breakers Review

Persona 5: The Day Breakers proves an entertaining watch for fans of the franchise. If you’re a newcomer to Persona 5 then this will do nothing but confuse you and probably isn’t worth the investment.

Demelza • 6th April 2020

News

Crunchyroll’s Spring 2020 Anime Simulcast Line-up Thus Far

The Spring 2020 anime season has recently started, and Crunchyroll has a selection that will be available (with more to come!)

NormanicGrav • 6th April 2020

Roundup

Winter 2020 Overview

Now that Winter Streaming 2020 Season is over, the writers at Anime UK News have been looking back at the series that caught their attention. Is there a title that we missed?

AUKN Staff • 5th April 2020

Anime Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 2 Blu-ray Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Part 2 is a mixed bag in which much of the story is skimmed through, leaving most arcs and many character motivations barely explored - though it does occasionally reach some emotional high points.

HWR • 4th April 2020

Manga Review

Beyond the Clouds: The Girl Who Fell From the Sky Volume 1 Review

Attractive art entices the reader to open the pages of new mangaka Nicke's first series - but does Beyond the Clouds live up to the promise of its striking cover image?

Sarah • 3rd April 2020

News

Tiger & Bunny 2 Superhero Sequel Anime to Premiere in 2022

In a surprise announcement, Sunrise's superhero anime Tiger & Bunny is returning for a second season in 2022!

Josh A. Stevens • 2nd April 2020

Book Review

The World’s Strongest Rearguard: Labyrinth Country’s Novice Seeker Volume 2 Review

The World’s Strongest Rearguard Volume 2 isn’t going to win you over if you weren’t a fan of the first entry. Given the fact that this instalment is just as long as the last, only the most dedicated readers are going to have the drive to keep up with it. If you are one of those people, you’ll certainly enjoy your time with the series.

Demelza • 2nd April 2020

News

Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll Now Streaming on Netflix

The 2019 feature-length spin-off film from Kyoto Animation is now available to stream on Netflix dubbed and subbed.

NormanicGrav • 2nd April 2020

News

Third Batch of Studio Ghibli Films Now Streaming & Dozens of Anime Return to Netflix UK

The remainder of the Studio Ghibli catalog such as Howl's Moving Castle and Whisper of the Heart is now available to watch on Netflix!

NormanicGrav • 1st April 2020

Manga Review

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 1 Review

Fire in His Fingertips offers something different in the mature manga section. While I wish it wasn’t quite so wishy-washy with consent in the first chapter, the series offers a likeable cast and entertaining story. If nothing else it’s sure to set your heart alight!

Demelza • 31st March 2020

News

Funimation Announces Second Wave of Spring 2020 Anime Simulcasts

Aniplex titles Kaguya-sama Season 2 and Millionaire Detective, as well as a couple of new additions, join the Funimation Spring 2020 anime seasonal line-up.

NormanicGrav • 31st March 2020

Anime Review

Bloom Into You Review

Bloom Into You is an exceptional yuri anime that portrays many LGBT+ themes in a unique, authentic, and compelling way.

darkstorm • 30th March 2020

News

One Piece: Stampede Blu-Ray Steelbook Releasing in June

Zavvi has revealed a June release for Manga Entertainment's One Piece: Stampede DVD and Blu-ray, including a Limited Edition steelbook!

Josh A. Stevens • 27th March 2020

Manga Review

Transformers – The Manga Vol. 1 Review

What happens when you take a campy 80s cartoon and create a manga tie-in? Well, a campy 80s manga with great artwork, but… well, little to no story. But is there more than meets the eye, or was that a painful attempt to reference the cartoon intro?

Cold Cobra • 27th March 2020

News

Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep Soul Theatrical Delayed

Sentai Filmworks confirms delay to "Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep Soul" theatrical release, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Josh A. Stevens • 25th March 2020

Opinion

Surviving Isolation and Working from Home – the Otaku Way!

With the coronavirus sweeping across the country and people now in lockdown, let's self-heal and help each other survive these difficult times with some anime!

darkstorm • 25th March 2020

Manga Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 1 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town offers an entertaining fantasy adventure. While an overpowered protagonist unaware of their powers is certainly not a new idea, the characters and striking art style more than make up for it. This is a release not to be missed!

Demelza • 24th March 2020

News

Manga Entertainment UK to release Demon Lord Retry! and Mob Psycho 100 II, Q2 Schedule Adjusted

Two more anime are coming to the UK this June! In addition, select titles have received release date adjustments.

NormanicGrav • 23rd March 2020

Anime Review

Attack on Titan: Season 3 Part 2 Review

Tragic deaths, flickers of hope, and truths are revealed in one of the best Attack on Titan releases so far.

Ian Wolf • 23rd March 2020

Book Review

Bungo Stray Dogs (Light Novel) Volume 3 Review

The third volume of the Bungo Stray Dogs light novels shines the spotlight on genius detective Ranpo - which is sure to be a major hit with his fans. Even if you don’t have fond feelings for him, readers will still enjoy exploring the origins of the Armed Detective Agency.

Demelza • 22nd March 2020