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CyberConnect2 Announces New .hack//Z.E.R.O. Action RPG

CyberConnect2 has officially revealed a brand-new action RPG titled .hack//Z.E.R.O. as part of the company’s 30th anniversary celebration. Unlike previous entries published by Bandai Namco, this project is being planned, developed, and released in-house by CyberConnect2, though still with Bandai Namco’s permission.

The game promises a modern RPG experience that blends the classic duality of fantasy game worlds and real-world storytelling—something longtime fans of the .hack series will instantly recognize. Music for the teaser trailer is composed by renowned violinist Taro Hakase, and animation production is handled by Kamikazedouga with Takafumi Utsunomiya directing.

Alongside the game reveal, CyberConnect2 also announced a new screen-entertainment division called CyberConnect2 Film and a nationwide anniversary exhibition tour across all 47 Japanese prefectures.

The Final-Boss Prince Is Somehow Obsessed with the Chubby Villainess Gets TV Anime

Kotoko and Kaname Hanamiya’s popular reincarnation romance manga is officially receiving a television anime adaptation.

The story follows a girl reborn as a doomed villainess who tries to change her fate—only to be obsessively loved by the very prince meant to kill her. With over 70 million downloads, the series has already built a massive fanbase.

Haruka Shiraishi voices Celine, while Takeo Ōtsuka plays Prince Wilfred. Direction is handled by Naoyuki Kuzuya at Studio Lings, with series composition by Mitsutaka Hirota.

Little Mouse’s Red Vest Anime Premieres April 4

The beloved children’s picture-book series Little Mouse’s Red Vest is getting a full 3D CG television anime premiering April 4 on NHK Educational.

Kenjirō Tsuda and Mamiko Noto voice not only the main characters but every character in the show, making this adaptation especially unique. The original book series began in 1974 and now spans 43 volumes with over five million copies in print, proving its timeless popularity.

TMS Entertainment Absorbs Telecom Animation Film

In a major industry move, TMS Entertainment announced it will absorb its long-time subsidiary Telecom Animation Film, taking over all rights and responsibilities as the studio dissolves.

Telecom Animation Film is widely known for its work on:

Lupin III
The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse
Don’t Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro

This restructuring signals a significant shift in TMS’s production strategy moving forward.

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Golden Kamuy Final Arc Reveals New Cast Member

The final arc of Golden Kamuy continues with the reveal that Shizuka Itō will voice Hanaeko Kaneko, appearing in episode eight on February 23.

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The final season premiered in January and is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, with an English dub available on Crunchyroll. This concluding chapter brings back most of the original cast and staff, marking the end of one of anime’s most beloved historical adventure series.

Full Anime Seasons Begin Streaming on YouTube in India

Muse Asia has started streaming full seasons of several anime titles for Indian viewers, including:

I Left My A-Rank Party
Even Given the Worthless “Appraiser” Class
I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince (Season 2)
Attack on Titan Final Season (daily uploads)

This is a huge win for anime fans in India, offering free and legal access to major series.

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Anime Special Announced

Crunchyroll is streaming a two-part sequel special titled Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin – Kokorowa Rice Cultivation Diary. The special continues the story of Kokorowa, Sakuna’s genius inventor friend, as she joins rice farming adventures on Hinoe Island.

This project connects directly to the previously announced spinoff game, expanding the franchise even further.

Victoria of Many Faces Anime Set for July Release

Kadokawa confirmed that the spy-fantasy light novel Victoria of Many Faces will debut as a TV anime this July.

The story centers on a master spy who disappears and attempts to live peacefully under a new identity—only to be pulled back into danger. Studio DEEN is producing the anime with Nobukage Kimura directing.

Industry Losses: Hideki Satō and SHUTARO Pass Away

The anime and gaming world suffered two heartbreaking losses.

Hideki Satō, former Sega president known as the father of Sega hardware, passed away at 75. He played a crucial role in developing iconic consoles such as the Mega Drive, Saturn, and Dreamcast.

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Meanwhile, SHUTARO, creative director of the Bloodstained series, died at 52 after battling pancreatic cancer. His final project, Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, is nearing completion and will carry forward his vision.

Red River Shōjo Manga Gets Anime This Summer

Classic shōjo manga Red River is finally receiving a television anime adaptation this summer by Tatsunoko Production.

The story follows a Japanese girl transported to the ancient Middle East, where she becomes entangled in royal politics and sacrifice rituals. Originally serialized from 1995 to 2002, the series remains one of the most beloved historical romance manga ever created.

Conclusion

That’s all for today’s latest anime news update.
From exciting new anime announcements and streaming releases to emotional farewells in the gaming industry, today truly had a mix of joy and sadness for anime fans.

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