Demonic succubi are all over the place in anime and manga, weaving their wiles and making everyone (including us) fall in love with them. But there are some anime succubus girls who are a cut above the rest. Whether it’s their choice of career or …Read more »
There have been a few adaptations of City Hunter, the classic crime manga starring the girl-obsessed hero Ryo Saeba. Recently, we’ve gotten two. City Hunter: Shinjuku Private Eyes brings back the anime goodness. Then from France, we have Nicky Larson and Cupid’s Perfume. The live-action adaptation shows …Read more »
The Persona 5 soundtrack is full of memorable songs, perfect for raiding a Palace or having a chill cup of coffee. The mix of jazz and soul music is as iconic as the art style, and you’ll be humming the songs for days. Or longer. It …Read more »
When it comes to isekai protagonists, they don’t come smaller, cuter, or wickeder than Tanya Degurechaff. Once a cruel salaryman, Tanya has a new life in an alternate wartime Europe. Allegedly she’s there to learn faith and kindness… but it’s not really going that way. As Tanya …Read more »
Anime can make just about anything cute… even the flesh-eating undead who threaten our very existence! Yeah, we’re a little weirded out, too. But these zombie anime girls are weirdly lovable. From idols to fighters to (apparently) the zombie girlfriend our hero has always wanted …Read more »
Among the many, many -dere types out there is the kamidere — the “god” type, be it literal or figurative. Whether they want it all or already have it all, they’re a force to be reckoned with. Sometimes the “dere” side gets a little buried under the …Read more »
We’ve been waiting on the beautiful CG Lupin III movie for a year, and it’s almost here! Lupin III: The First got a limited theatrical run, but it can be yours very soon on home video. In the meantime, why not whet your appetite for the period …Read more »
Regardless of who enjoys it, we tend to describe anime and manga by demographic. By now we’ve all heard of shonen and shoujo series and know what they mean. But for some, josei is a less common term. So what exactly is the meaning of josei in terms …Read more »
Feeling kind of gloomy? In need of something a little off the rails to distract and delight you? No worries. We’ve found some weird, warped, and wonderful anime guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Whether it’s surreal gags, classic anime pastiche, or hilarious …Read more »
The fall anime season is, as with others before it, brimming with cool and unique character designs. From feudal bounty hunters to modern day pop stars, they’re just as colorful and inventive as ever. Where is a cosplayer to begin? With so much source material …Read more »
Once again, the hi-res, Keanu-filled awesomeness that is Cyberpunk 2077 eludes us. We’ve been hyped about this game ever since we saw the announcement trailer, and the wait is killing us. But we can do it, right? Just another month… probably. In the meantime, we’re looking back …Read more »
The fall anime season is well underway, but we’re already peeking ahead to winter 2021 even so. Continuing series, revivals, and new adaptations all wait on the horizon. Wouldn’t it be great if we could get a head start? Well, in the case of these …Read more »
We’re halfway through the fall anime season, and knee deep in lovable characters. Odds are you’ve picked your best girl, best villain, best hero… but what about your best boy? The cute anime boy field is pretty packed this season, with shows like HYPNOSISMIC and Ikebukuro West …Read more »
When it comes to magic users in anime, we’re used to seeing some pretty terrifying examples. But there are plenty of magic users in our favorite series who are calm, sweet, and downright wholesome. Once you’ve caught up to the witchy heroines of this season, …Read more »
Our favorite action heroes are always looking cool, no matter the gear. But when it comes to hard-hitting fashion, nothing has quite the same flair and presence as anime armor. Whether it’s heavy-duty full body or, er, a little draftier, it’s always epic. Here are …Read more »
Kara Dennison
