Anime Review

Pigtails and Other Short Stories from Production I.G Review

A selection of five shorts, including an adorable if sinister spider girl and an over-the-top motor race from the creator of Gurren Lagann, offer a rare treat into some of Production I.G's more obscure works.

Ian Wolf • 25th February 2019

Anime Review

Overlord II Review

An entertaining yet woefully uneven follow up, Overlord II will no doubt divide fans, yet those willing to overlook the flaws will certainly find something to enjoy.

IncendiaryLemon • 22nd February 2019

Manga Review

Ran and the Gray World Volume 1 Review

The English translation of fantasy manga Ran and the Gray World has been much heralded. Will you be enchanted by Aki Irie's first full-length series? The omens are good...

Sarah • 18th February 2019

Anime Review

One Piece: Collection 20 (Episodes 469-491) Review

As the Paramount War concludes, will Luffy be able to save Ace?

Ian Wolf • 12th December 2018

Manga Review

Hiro Mashima’s Playground Review

The original pilot for Fairy Tail is among the eight stories in this short story collection.

Ian Wolf • 29th November 2018

Film Review

Fate/stay night: Heaven’s Feel – I. presage flower Theatrical Review

A lavishly animated feature film in the Fate universe from Ufotable that works well for fans, but leaves unsuspecting viewers out in the cold.

Onosume • 15th November 2018

Anime Review

In Another World With My Smartphone Review

If you’re a fan of In Another World With My Smartphone’s light novels then this adaption won’t disappoint, and, likewise, fans of the isekai genre will find a lot to like here. The show delivers what it sets out to do and, despite its shortcomings, is a genuinely entertaining watch.

Demelza • 27th October 2018

Anime Review

One Piece: Collection 19 Review (Episodes 446-468)

The race to save Ace is on, as his captain Whitebeard declares war on the Navy's home turf.

Ian Wolf • 22nd October 2018

Anime Review

Wolf Children Review

In anticipation of its showing at Scotland Loves Anime in Edinburgh this week, we take a look at Mamoru Hosoda's superb film, Wolf Children.

N.E.C • 15th October 2018

Anime Review

Drifters: Battle in a Brand-New World War Season 1 Review

Over the top, cool, and unashamedly violent. If you are looking for a fantasy action series to scratch that itch without thinking too hard, then Drifters will deliver with style.

N.E.C • 12th October 2018

Manga Review

Dragon Goes House-Hunting Volume 1 Review

On the surface Dragon Goes House-Hunting may seem like an odd concept, but what we have here is a charming story about what it means to look for a new home.

Demelza • 19th September 2018

Anime Review

Black Clover Season 1 Part 1 Review

Black Clover may come out screaming in its debut but that still may not be enough to hold our attention.

N.E.C • 11th September 2018

Anime Review

The Asterisk War Part 1 Review

What The Asterisk War lacks in originality, it makes up for in execution, resulting in a highly entertaining and action-packed show, despite unnecessary and off-putting ecchi scenes

IncendiaryLemon • 22nd August 2018

Anime Review

One Piece Collection 18 Review

There are many stories about breaking out of jail. This is about breaking into it.

Ian Wolf • 20th August 2018

Anime Review

One Piece: Collection 17 Review

A collection that includes some of the best moments of the series - and some of the worst.

Ian Wolf • 23rd June 2018

Anime Review

Blue Exorcist Kyoto Saga (Season 2) Volume 2 Episodes 7-12 Review

Tautly plotted and well animated - if you watched Volume 1 of Blue Exorcist Kyoto Saga, you won't want to miss Volume 2 to find out what happens next to the trainee exorcists of the True Cross Academy as they face the threat of the Impure King!

Sarah • 28th May 2018