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Funimation UK/IE to stream K-On! and Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!

Both anime seasons and the films for K-On! and Chunibyo are coming to Funimation for UK & IE territories subbed and dubbed.

NormanicGrav • 27th July 2020

Anime Review

The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 1 Part 2 Review

The Rising of the Shield Hero has proven itself a worthwhile isekai series. The series isn’t perfect and the criticisms levelled against it are fair, but if you can look past its issues, then there is fun to be had here. With a further two seasons yet to come, fans of the show have a lot to look forward to.

Demelza • 27th July 2020

Manga Review

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 4 Review

In this volume of Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Megumin and Yunyun are on their way to the town of Axel - but before they get there, the two must face off against a number of foes. With Yunyun stealing the spotlight, will Megumin ever be able to show off her explosion magic?

Demelza • 25th July 2020

News

2020 Eisner Award Winners Announced

Cats of the Louvre & Witch Hat Atelier joint winners of "Best U.S. Edition of International Material – Asia". The Way of the Househusband wins "Best Humor Publication".

Ian Wolf • 25th July 2020

News

Anime Limited Schedules Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn Blu-ray for this September

Anime Limited has revealed the home video details for Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn, coming this September on Blu-ray!

NormanicGrav • 24th July 2020

Manga Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 1 Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 1 is a great introduction to the story and its main protagonist Minare, who quickly becomes an endearing character to follow as her journey into the world of radio begins and her life gradually gets back on track.

HWR • 24th July 2020

Manga Review

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 3 Review

We learn more about the island, the elixir and the mysterious monsters that live on the island in this volume.

Ian Wolf • 23rd July 2020

Manga Review

Mujirushi: The Sign of Dreams Review

A rather familiar bucktoothed schemer and a US President who looks like a cross between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton star in Naoki Urasawa's one-shot series.

Ian Wolf • 22nd July 2020

News

Screen Anime July 2020 Presents Ride Your Wave, Mai Mai Miracle, Eureka Seven Anemone & More

Screen Anime's August 2020 festival line-up presents two recent films Ride Your Wave and Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution 2: Anemone, as well as a couple more titles!

NormanicGrav • 21st July 2020

Manga Review

RWBY The Official Manga Volume 1 Review

The official manga adaptation of RWBY is an interesting altered take on the beloved series, but the changes fail to convey what made the show fun to watch in the first place.

darkstorm • 21st July 2020

Anime Review

Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl – The Complete Series Review

While difficult to get into with its initial weird sci-fi premise, Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl emerges as a heartfelt and funny slice-of-life series that really cares for its cast of characters, tackling some sensitive issues really well.

Onosume • 20th July 2020

Interview

Anime Limited Talks Weathering With You, 4K Blu-Rays, and What’s Next

We talk to Andy Hanley about Mr. Shinkai's UK visit, the challenges in producing the UK's first 4K anime home video release, and ask some questions from the community.

Teapot • 20th July 2020

Book Review

Bleach: Can’t Fear Your Own World Volume 1 Review

Bleach has seen something of a renaissance in the last half a year, an anime adaptation of its final arc next year being the biggest news, but lost among it was an official English release of a trilogy of light novels that follow the story on after its admittedly weak conclusion. How does the first part hold up? Well, if you have an encyclopaedic knowledge of the series it’s based on…

Cold Cobra • 19th July 2020

News

Anime Limited Completes Shinkai Catalogue with 5CM Per Second & Children Who Chase Lost Voices

Following today's Weathering With You announcement, Anime Limited have confirmed that they're completing their Makoto Shinkai collection by bringing two of the director's previous films back to the UK market: 5 Centimeters per Second, and Children Who Chase Lost Voices!

Josh A. Stevens • 17th July 2020

News

Makoto Shinkai’s Weathering With You UK Anime Home Video Release Details, Includes 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray!

Weathering With You is coming to the UK home video in 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD across many versions available to own!

NormanicGrav • 17th July 2020

News

PROMARE, Your Name, and more anime hit Showcase at Home Service

Showcase at Home, a digital storefront by the cinema chain of the same name, has added a wealth of anime films for rent and purchase, including PROMARE, Your Name, Maquia and more!

Josh A. Stevens • 17th July 2020

Book Review

I Had That Same Dream Again Review

I Had That Same Dream Again is the latest work from author Yoru Sumino. The protagonist is tasked with figuring out what happiness truly means and we as readers must ask ourselves the same question while we follow this delightful tale.

Demelza • 16th July 2020

Manga Review

Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina Volume 1 Manga Review

Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina Volume 1 proves an entertaining read with a likeable protagonist and interesting stories. This manga adaptation is the best way to experience Elaina’s tale, with beautiful artwork that conveys the world and characters feelings wonderfully. Both readers new to the series and those who have read the source material will find a lot to like here.

Demelza • 15th July 2020

Manga Review

Prince Freya Volume 2 Review

The stand-in prince has to deal with enemies within her own kingdom in this second volume.

Ian Wolf • 14th July 2020

News

Funimation UK/IE to stream Hunter x Hunter (2011 anime series)

All 148 episodes of the 2011 anime adaptation will stream on Funimation with the English dub available.

NormanicGrav • 13th July 2020