The third season of ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ has started with great success and has kept fans on the edge of their seats, immersing us in an intense narrative arc known as the Annihilation Journey. This new stage has introduced several key characters, marking a notable change in the plot and settings. Chapter 7 was aired on February 12, but followers will have to wait a little longer for the next episode. No more interruptions Chapter 8 will be delayed until February 26, as a recap episode has been scheduled for that week in […]
The third season of ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ has started with great success and has kept fans on the edge of their seats, immersing us in an intense narrative arc known as the Annihilation Journey. This new stage has introduced several key characters, marking a notable shift in the plot and settings. Chapter 7 was aired on February 12, but followers will have to wait a little longer for the next episode.
No more interruptions
Chapter 8 will be delayed until February 26, as a recap episode has been scheduled for that week in Japan. Although it has not been clarified whether this delay was planned or unexpected, many speculate that the MAPPA studio may need more time to ensure the quality of the upcoming episodes. This cautious approach may be a response to the production issues experienced in the second season, where some episodes were aired incomplete, causing dissatisfaction among animators and viewers.
Despite this brief pause, MAPPA has confirmed that there will be no more interruptions in the first part of season 3, which means that the episodes will continue on a fixed schedule. Chapter 12 is scheduled for March 26, although fans will have to be patient, as the release date for the second part of the season has not yet been confirmed, and it is expected to air between summer and autumn.
In the video game world, there are many forgotten franchises. Games that were huge successes in their time and that, perhaps because it is considered that times have changed a lot, have now been almost definitively shelved. Not having received a new Castlevania or a new F-Zero in over 20 years seems almost ridiculous, considering the infinite potential of both franchises, but fans have to resign themselves to the reality of things: there is little that can be done if companies have no interest. And this is despite the fact that we have chosen two franchises that are still alive, Castlevania even having made a comeback […]
In the video game world, there are many forgotten franchises. Games that were huge successes in their time and that, perhaps because it is considered that times have changed a lot, have now been almost definitively shelved. Not having received a new Castlevania or a new F-Zero in over 20 years seems almost ridiculous, considering the infinite potential of both franchises, but fans have to resign themselves to the reality of things: there is little that can be done if companies have no interest. And this is despite the fact that we have chosen two franchises that are still alive, with Castlevania even having returned from the dead with the announcement of a new game for this year.
Because there is always hope. Even franchises that seem dead and forgotten sometimes return in the most unexpected ways. This has happened with the .hack franchise, one of those sagas that seemed we would never see again even though, during the 00s, they became really popular within a very specific sector of anime fans. And we are going to tell you everything you need to know about it, including why there are people popping champagne for its return.
The franchise that made transmedia popular
.hack is a Japanese multimedia franchise created and developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, designed from its origins to establish synergies between different media. The story would be told through video games, anime, manga, and novels, all occurring in parallel, none being adaptations of any other. Each would tell a specific aspect of the world, focusing on common characters or situations among them, but each developing its own themes and stories.
The first iteration of this story was called Project .hack and involved, in addition to CyberConnect2, some of the most talented anime studios of the 2000s, such as Gainax and Bee Train. The result was a huge popularity of the franchise, especially of its video games and animes, even causing a significant impact in the West.
But what is .hack about? It’s about a world like ours, but in an alternative reality, where technology has evolved in a different and substantially faster way. Because of this, an alternative to the Internet has emerged, favoring virtual reality in interaction with technology. However, a global disaster in the computer network in 2005 caused by a virus called The Kiss of Pluto causes an MMORPG called The World to collapse, resulting in an extremely peculiar situation. Everyone who was connected at that moment became trapped inside the game. And those who die inside it also die in reality.
Although this is a well-known and overused premise today in manga and anime, even in young adult literature and science fiction, it was not at the time of its publication in 2002. And that made it tremendously popular. It quickly swept among young people in Japan and the West alike.
A franchise with many layers
The anime hack//Sign, directed by Kōichi Mashimo and produced by the Bee Train studio and Bandai Visual, served as a prequel for everything that was to come. Establishing its main characters, a tone focused on the psychological and sociological themes of being trapped in a foreign world, and embracing a tone bordering on thriller in which the studio had been specializing over the years.
This would serve as the basis for the tetralogy of PlayStation 2 games that would form the foundation for the franchise. .hack//INFECTION – Part 1, .hack//MUTATION – Part 2, .hack//OUTBREAK – Part 3, and .hack//QUARANTINE – Part 4 would imitate the style of an MMORPG within an action RPG, developing the themes of the anime more deeply, focusing more on the characters and The World, concentrating on the consequences of an increasingly unstable video game where all players are approaching, ever closer, to an inevitable apocalypse.
The tetralogy was extraordinarily well received and is still considered a masterpiece among its many fans. But the franchise didn’t stop there. After that, they made .hack//frägment, an MMORPG based on .hack, as well as several miniseries based on the universe. All of which would lead to a new project: .hack Conglomerate.
With new protagonists and the same structure as the original, with an anime .hack//Roots, occurring before the events of the main video game, .hack//G.U. Vol.1//Rebirth, .hack//G.U. Vol.2//Reminisce, .hack//G.U. Vol.3//Redemption, and .hack//G.U. Vol.4//Reconnection, although it had much more development, with more animes and more mangas and more spinoffs in video game format, the success of .hack Conglomerate was much more discreet. While many of its fans enjoyed this new iteration, many others considered it a lesser version of the previous one. And the critics in general did not see the same freshness that they found in the original tetralogy, even if Bee Train continued to offer the same quality on the anime side.
Although the franchise had six years of releases, by 2012 they had already finished with the last title, .hack//Versus, a fighting game that was only released with the Blu-ray launch of .hack//The Movie in its Japanese version. At least, until now.
CyberConnect2 has announced to celebrate its 30th anniversary the release of .hack//Z.E.R.O, an action RPG set in the universe of the .hack franchise. With no Bandai Namco behind it, we currently have no release date or announced platforms, except for a teaser from Kamikaze Douga, the studio behind animes like Pop Team Epic or Ghost of Tsushima: Legends.
Surely we still have to wait to see more of .hack//Z.E.R.O, but what we have seen so far is already impressive and has left us wanting more. And while it is true that the franchise did not end on its highest note, it is no less true that CyberConnect2 has demonstrated over the last fifteen years that they are a top-tier studio capable of making excellent games. That is why it is interesting to return to the .hack/ universe and see what they are capable of without having to rely on the burden of transmedia once again.
The anime industry is undergoing a significant transformation, as streaming platforms beyond Crunchyroll begin to capitalize on the growing interest in this type of production. Prime Video has taken a bold step by acquiring the global rights to the new Ghost in the Shell anime, excluding China and Russia. This announcement was made in an interview with Deadline, where it was confirmed that the series will premiere in July of this year. A ghostly anime This move clearly signals that Prime Video aims to firmly position itself in the anime market, which was almost exclusively dominated by […]
Prime Video has taken a bold step by acquiring the global rights to the new Ghost in the Shell anime, excluding China and Russia. This announcement was made in an interview with Deadline, where it was confirmed that the series will premiere in July of this year.
A Ghostly Anime
This movement marks a clear signal that Prime Video seeks to firmly position itself in the anime market, which was almost exclusively dominated by Crunchyroll. Fans expected Crunchyroll, known for its extensive anime catalog, to maintain its control over this iconic franchise, but Prime Video has taken the lead by securing the worldwide exclusive of one of the most iconic works in anime.
The advantage of Prime Video lies in its presence on more than 200 million screens worldwide, providing an excellent platform to spread the series and attract a wide audience.
Additionally, the involvement of Science SARU, a renowned studio that has worked on notable productions such as DanDaDan, further elevates the expectations surrounding this project, solidifying it as a highly anticipated release.
The competition in the anime sector doesn’t stop here. With the possibility that Netflix may try to acquire rights to new anime series in the future, the battle for exclusive content seems to be just beginning. This landscape suggests that the fight for supremacy in the anime market will intensify, benefiting viewers by offering more quality options on their favorite platforms.
Prime Video has announced its ambition to become “the preferred destination for anime content globally.” This statement was made during the first online presentation titled Prime Video Presents: International Originals, where the platform’s intention to diversify and expand its catalog of Japanese content was highlighted. Crunchyroll? No: Amazon In this event, Gaurav Gandhi, Vice President of Prime Video for the Asia-Pacific and Oceania regions, emphasized a selection of Japanese anime series that will be released throughout this year. While not all titles were revealed, the presentation included works […]
Prime Video has announced its ambition to become “the preferred destination for anime content globally”. This statement was made during the first online presentation titled Prime Video Presents: International Originals, where the platform’s intention to diversify and expand its catalog of Japanese content was highlighted.
Crunchyroll? No: Amazon
At this event, Gaurav Gandhi, Vice President of Prime Video for the Asia-Pacific and Oceania regions, highlighted a selection of Japanese anime series that will be released throughout this year. While not all titles were revealed, the presentation included works from different genres aimed at attracting both established fans and new viewers.
The decision to invest in anime content arises in a context where competition in the streaming field is intensifying, with platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll also focusing on this genre. Prime Video has shown a growing interest in Asian pop culture in recent years, incorporating not only anime but also dramas and series that have resonated with international audiences.
Additionally, Gandhi emphasized that the inclusion of anime in its offering is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Prime Video’s presence in the global market. With the popularity of anime continuously growing, the streaming service aims to attract a younger subscriber base that demands fresh and diverse content.
With this approach, Prime Video hopes not only to meet the expectations of its current users, but also to become a benchmark within the vast and competitive space of digital entertainment related to anime. The announcement has been well received by fans, who eagerly await the new titles that will be part of this initiative.
The first time the world heard the word Gundam was in 1979 with the anime Mobile Suit Gundam, a phenomenon that gave rise to an extensive franchise that includes television series, movies, mangas, and video games. Over the decades, Gundam has generated a solid universe of narratives that has captivated fans. Now, Netflix is venturing into creating a live-action adaptation, which has generated both excitement and concern among the otaku community. Two prominent protagonists The production will feature the performances of Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo, and will be […]
The first time the world heard the word Gundam was in 1979 with the anime Mobile Suit Gundam, a phenomenon that gave rise to an extensive franchise that includes television series, movies, mangas, and video games. Over the decades, Gundam has generated a solid universe of narratives that has captivated fans. Now, Netflix is venturing into creating a live-action adaptation, which has generated both excitement and concern among the otaku community.
Two prominent protagonists
The production will feature performances by Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo, and will be directed and written by Jim Mickle, known for his work on Sweet Tooth. This project has undergone several changes in its original team; screenwriter Brian K. Vaughan and director Jordan Vogt-Roberts were replaced, leaving only Sweeney as part of the original cast. The news of these changes could signal uncertainty regarding the direction this adaptation will take, generating anticipation among an audience that expects loyalty to the original work.
Despite the fact that live-action adaptations of animes often face severe criticism —and many failures are remembered—, Netflix continues to bet on Gundam. The franchise has proven to be an economic draw, generating approximately 600 million dollars annually in rights and merchandising. This represents a considerable incentive for the entertainment giant, which seeks to capitalize on the interest that its vast mythology continues to generate.
However, the challenge is monumental. Gundam fans are notoriously demanding and have deep expectations about how the original material should be represented. With the pressure of such a passionate fan base, the adaptation faces the titanic task of being true to the essence of Gundam while trying to attract new audiences, which can be a delicate and complex act.
Kyoto Animation, known for its impressive track record in productions like ‘Violet Evergarden’ and ‘A Silent Voice’, has announced its new project titled ‘Sparks of Tomorrow’. This adaptation of the light novel ’20 Seiki Denki Mokuroku’, written by Hiro Yuki and Kazumi Ikeda, will arrive on Netflix in July 2026, during the summer anime season. The steampunk world of Sparks of Tomorrow is set in an alternate Kyoto, where industrial advancements intertwine with steampunk elements. The narrative focuses on two young individuals struggling to overcome their personal traumas while trying to uncover the secret […]
Kyoto Animation, known for its impressive track record in productions like ‘Violet Evergarden’ and ‘A Silent Voice’, has announced its new project titled ‘Sparks of Tomorrow’. This adaptation of the light novel ’20 Seiki Denki Mokuroku’, written by Hiro Yuki and Kazumi Ikeda, will arrive on Netflix in July 2026, during the summer anime season.
The steampunk world of Sparks of Tomorrow
‘Sparks of Tomorrow’ is set in an alternate Kyoto, where industrial advancements intertwine with steampunk elements. The narrative focuses on two young individuals struggling to overcome their personal traumas while trying to uncover the secret of the 20th Century Electric Catalog and achieve their dreams. This new anime will be directed by Minaru Ota, a talented director who has previously worked on the acclaimed ‘A Silent Voice’ and ‘Violet Evergarden’.
Despite the great enthusiasm that this production generates, Netflix tends to announce its content as the release date approaches, which could limit the prior information about ‘Sparks of Tomorrow’. This new anime is expected to receive its first look during AnimeJapan 2026, an event scheduled for March 2026. In the meantime, the studio continues to solidify its reputation with the promise of high-quality deliveries that have raised the standard in the anime industry.
‘Sparks of Tomorrow’ promises to be a great addition to the Kyoto Animation catalog and a rich experience for viewers. With the studio’s recognition and the legacy of previous works, anime fans are eager to enjoy it.
The movie ‘Puella Magi Madoka Magica Walpurgisnacht: Rising’, which was scheduled to premiere next February, has suffered a new delay. Although fans of the saga have been accustomed to facing setbacks, this news has been met with great frustration on social media. The production committee of SHAFT has acknowledged that complications in the creation process have prevented them from meeting the previously announced release date. Complications in production The delay, which comes just weeks before the scheduled date, has triggered mixed reactions among ‘Madoka Magica’ followers. While some express […]
The movie ‘Puella Magi Madoka Magica Walpurgisnacht: Rising’, which was scheduled to premiere next February, has suffered a new delay. Although fans of the saga have been accustomed to facing setbacks, this news has been met with great frustration on social media. The production committee of SHAFT has acknowledged that complications in the creation process have prevented them from meeting the previously announced release date.
Complications in Production
The delay, which comes just weeks before the scheduled date, has triggered mixed reactions among ‘Madoka Magica’ fans. While some express discontent and demand clear explanations about the issues they are facing, others defend the decision to postpone the movie, arguing that it is better to wait for a high-quality product rather than a rushed and mediocre release. One of the most notable comments on X highlights that they should provide more details about the production complications to better understand the situation.
In its statement, SHAFT apologized to fans and assured that its team will continue to work with passion to deliver the best possible. Despite the chaos, the production has promised that there will be more news next month, keeping hope alive among followers who are eager for the conclusion of the saga.
The movie has been marked by a series of delays since its initial announcement and its recent new delay has reignited frustration among fans who were eagerly awaiting the return of ‘Madoka Magica’.
The successful anime series One Piece has taken a temporary break, returning to the screen in April 2026. Meanwhile, Eiichiro Oda’s manga continues its course, unveiling intriguing secrets about the story of Elbaf, a narrative arc that has captured the attention of fans for months. Back with the Straw Hats! The recent flashback, which has become one of the longest in the history of the manga, began in chapter 1152, published on June 23, 2025. This tale focuses on the fall of King Harald of Elbaf […]
The successful anime series One Piece has taken a temporary break, returning to the screen in April 2026. Meanwhile, Eiichiro Oda’s manga continues its course, revealing intriguing secrets about the story of Elbaf, a narrative arc that has captured the attention of fans for months.
Back with the Straw Hats!
The recent flashback, which has become one of the longest in the history of manga, began in chapter 1152, published on June 23, 2025. This story focuses on the fall of King Harald of Elbaf and his son Loki, revealing the manipulation of the king by Imu, who seeks to control an army of giants. King Harald had attempted to reform his nation to align with the World Government, which led him to become part of the Holy Knights, although under the dark control of Imu.
At the end of this complicated arc, it is revealed that Loki, after consuming a Devil Fruit that Elbaf had protected for generations, is blamed for his father’s death. This event has marked Loki as a parricide for 14 years, despite the fact that he acted to protect his people.The story intertwines with the legendary incident of God Valley, adding more depth to the background of iconic characters like the pirate Rocks.
With the end of the flashback, readers have returned to the present with Luffy and his crew, who are preparing to face the Holy Knights and protect Elbaf. Additionally, after gaining his freedom, Loki has received an invitation from Luffy to join the Straw Hats, which could establish him as a key ally in the inevitable confrontation against Imu and the World Government. The anticipation of what this new chapter will bring is palpable among the franchise’s fans.
La franquicia de Dragon Ball ha enfrentado tiempos inciertos desde la muerte de su creador, Akira Toriyama, en 2024. Este evento ha generado preocupaciones sobre la continuidad y calidad de una serie que ha marcado la cultura popular durante décadas. Al final de ese mismo año, se estrenó Dragon Ball Daima, un anime original que, … Continúa leyendo “”
The Dragon Ball franchise has faced uncertain times since the passing of its creator, Akira Toriyama, in 2024. This event has raised concerns about the continuity and quality of a series that has marked popular culture for decades. At the end of that same year, Dragon Ball Daima, an original anime that, while entertaining, did not meet the high expectations of fans, premiered.
Come on, flying cloud!
As if that weren’t enough, the Dragon Ball Super manga has been on an indefinite hiatus for almost a year, which has generated even more anxiety among the saga’s followers. The situation has been a source of controversy, as Dragon Ball was one of the major absentees at the recent Jump Festa, which leads to speculation that the new people in charge of the franchise are taking their time to prepare more significant announcements.
The Dragon Ball Genki Dama Festival will take place on January 25th in Japan, an event specially conceived to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the series. This festival promises significant announcements, including potentially the return of Dragon Ball Super and news in the field of video games. Among the attendees are Masako Nozawa, the iconic voice of Goku, and producer Akio Iyoku, who has repeatedly hinted at the possibility of new projects.
Toyotaro, the current manga artist, has expressed his desire to resume Dragon Ball Super, which could give a new boost to the story that has remained frozen for so long. Additionally, there are rumors that new original animes and possibly a remake of the classic Dragon Ball are being considered, highly requested by fans. As the festival approaches, followers are waiting for the announcements to meet their expectations, eager for a rebirth in the franchise that has given so much to entertainment culture.
30 years pass in a blink, or that’s what all the One Piece fans who started reading it from its first chapter in Shonen Jump back in July 1997 must think. Eiichiro Oda, who was 22 at the time, has dedicated his whole life to Luffy and the rest of the Straw Hats, bringing in millions in profits and recognition from the entire industry. It has led to several apocryphal spin-offs, 14 movies, all kinds of merchandise, and, of course, an anime that, to this day, has 1155 episodes. And it is just now when, […]
30 years pass in a blink, or that’s what all the One Piece fans who started reading it from its first chapter in Shonen Jump back in July 1997 must think. Eiichiro Oda, who was 22 at the time, has dedicated his entire life to Luffy and the rest of the Straw Hats, bringing in millions in profits and recognition from the entire industry. It has led to several apocryphal spin-offs, 14 movies, all kinds of merchandise, and, of course, an anime that, to this day, has 1155 episodes. And it is right now that, for the first time, he has come to a complete stop after more than 25 years airing almost without breaks. It will be hard for you, but believe me: it’s worth trying to catch up.
Gomu Gomu No Marathon!
You should know something very important before facing a challenge like this: unlike current animes, One Piece has been aired weekly, often closely following the manga, which has forced them to include filler arcs to allow for new adventures of the pirates. It’s not that they are necessarily bad, but you can skip them without any problem because they have no real importance, and you still have plenty to watch. Thus, there are 98 filler episodes (although some may question this), so you only have 1057 episodes left to watch. Are you up for catching up before it returns with a new saga on April 5th?
If you say yes, ahead of you are about 350 hours (that is, 15 days non-stop watching One Piece), which can be significantly reduced if you skip the openings, the endings, and of course, the recaps: there are episodes that repeat up to 10 minutes of the previous one to catch the viewer up. To put it plainly: it would be 12 episodes a day, a bit of a stretch but worth it to enjoy, along with everyone else, the final stage of the most important pop culture piece of the 21st century, the ultimate adventure, the anime and manga that will define a whole generation, even more than others like Dragon Ball or Naruto did. And no, it’s not too late to start.
You may have seen an episode back in the day and think that One Piece is a comic about pirates going from island to island facing off against villains with strange powers and using their strength to defeat them. And yes, that’s true, that’s the main premise, but there’s so much more inside: an epic interconnected adventure full of mysteries, nuanced characters, surprises, and moments that have marked the history of Japanese animation (“I want to live!”). Its sensitive flashbacks are impossible to watch without shedding one or a thousand tears, its characters are in constant evolution, its life-or-death battles, and its unexpected revelations make waiting each week a torment that millions of people around the world are eager to “suffer.”
Just by having lived through Ennies Lobby and understanding the power of its characters as a destabilizing force in an unjust world, it is already worth approaching One Piece, a series that masks a revolution of the people with stretching arms, fire swords, flying kicks, and skeletons playing the violin. It is necessary in this bitter 2026, unique, fun, fantastic, and starring the most charismatic character in the history of anime: Luffy D. Monkey. Believe me: taking the routine of spending your afternoons watching One Piece is going to bring you much more joy than you think, even if it’s just to face what is possibly going to be the most remembered ending of the century on time. Don’t be swayed by the Netflix series or projects like One Pace: embrace the adventure in all its splendor. You won’t regret it.
