News AnimeFringe June 2002

Answerman - Are We At Risk for Censorship of LGBTQ+/Adult Material Because of U.S. 2025 Federal Policies?

Feb 3, 16:30

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The short answer to your question is yes. Of course, there is a risk of increased censorship of LGBQT+ and “adult material” in 2025 and beyond for those of you living in the United States. ― traverse390 asks: Are we at risk of censorship of LGBTQ+/adult material re: U.S. 2025 federal policies? The short answer to your question is yes. Of course, there is a risk of increased censorship of LGBQT+ and ...

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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Game Review

Feb 3, 12:00

games

Donkey Kong has finally returned…again! ― Donkey Kong has finally returned…again! Come to think of it, he's returned a few times hasn't he? While Donkey Kong hasn't exactly had a new mainline game in quite some time, it's nice that Nintendo is doing their best to make sure that some of his best games are available on current generation hardware. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze was one of the fir...

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Hiro Mashima Praises Fairy Tail 2 Video Game in New Interview

Feb 3, 11:00 games manga

“The level of accuracy is high, and being able to walk to places that were actually in the manga is fantastic.” ― While video game adaptations of popular anime are now more than commonplace, few anime are as well suited to jump between the mediums as Hiro Mashima's Fairy Tail. With its sprawling fantasy world, extensive cast of colorful characters, and focus on explosive action, it's no wonder there...

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FAIRY TAIL 2 Digital Deluxe Edition Key Giveaway

Feb 3, 09:00 games

Together with KOEI TECMO America, we are giving away three Digital Deluxe Edition giveaway keys of FAIRY TAIL 2. ― Hello, ANN Readers! We have a special treat for you, together with our friends from KOEI TECMO America... A new giveaway! FAIRY TAIL 2 is a new RPG game based on the popular magical combat fantasy manga and anime series FAIRY TAIL, whose story is beloved by fans around the world, with t...

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Love and the Highly Sensitive Person Manga Review

Feb 2, 12:00

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manga

This is a sincere but not-too-sappy tale of love and acceptance, both for oneself and others. ― It's always refreshing to see romances that explore uncommon perspectives and relationships, telling love stories that don't often get told. It's even more refreshing when they do it with as much kindness and empathy as Love and the Highly Sensitive Person does. This one-shot, PG-rated BL follows the hairs...

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Love Live! Franchise Teases Bluebird Project

Feb 2, 08:12

Latest spinoff announced after "Love Live! Series Asia Tour 2024" finale ― The "Love Live! Series Asia Tour 2024" ended at the K-Arena Yokohama on Sunday with an announcement of the Ikizu Live! Love Live! Bluebird project. The announcement video carries the hashtag #IkizuraiBu (#UnbearableToLiveClub, a partial wordplay on the Japanese reading for Love Live): #いきづらい部！#イキヅライブ！ LOVELIVE! BLUEBIRD pic.tw...

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Oshi no Ko Season 3 Premieres in 2026

Feb 2, 06:57

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Anime reveals 3rd season teaser visual, video featuring Ruby ― The "Ichigo Production Fan Kansha-sai 2025" (Ichigo Production Fan Appreciation 2025) event for the Oshi no Ko anime announced on Sunday that the third season will premiere in 2026, and also revealed a teaser visual featuring Ruby in a video. The franchise's first official puzzle game was also announced on Sunday. The anime's second seaso...

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PreCure Splash Star Episodes 1-23 Anime Series Review

Feb 1, 12:00

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Despite its clear borrowing from its mother series, Splash Star is able to establish itself as its own story, creating sympathetic heroines and villains, and reminding us that everything makes a difference. ― After the disappointment that was Pretty Cure Max Heart, it's a relief and a delight to see that the third series, comprising the second team of Cures, in the franchise is a step in the right di...

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Your Anime Rankings - Best of Winter 2025, Jan 22-28

Feb 1, 11:20

anime

It's been a while since Yuri on Ice, but now Medalist is drawing the spotlight back to figure skating. Find out how your favorite shows performed in our weekly user rankings. ― Let's have a look at what ANN readers consider the best (and worst) of the season, based on the polls you can find in our Daily Streaming Reviews and on the Your Score page with the latest simulcasts. Keep in mind that these ...

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Alternative Rock Band the pillows Officially Disband After 35 Years

Jan 31, 23:43

music

Group famous for work on all entries in FLCL anime formed in 1989 ― Japanese alternative rock band the pillows announced on Saturday that they have officially disbanded following a show at KT Zepp Yokohama on Friday. The group's English announcement thanked fans for their support over the past 35 years. The band members stated they hesitated to use the word "disbanded," but decided to use it "rather ...

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Love is Indivisible by Twins Anime Series Review

Jan 31, 12:00

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anime

Without a doubt, Love Is Indivisible by Twins is one of the most realistic and relatable depiction of twin relationships I've ever encountered. However, it's mired up in an uninteresting plot and an unbelievable love triangle. ― The way twins are represented in the media is frustrating. They're treated as creepy at worst, a single unit at best, and more often than not, a gimmicky curiosity. Although ...

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The Anime Backlog - Robot Carnival

Jan 31, 11:00

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This is a perfect film. ― Hey everybody, how is 2025 treating you so far? It's been a damn cold January here in the PNW, which is having a direct negative effect on my ability to follow through on my resolution for the year (i.e., go outside, Lynzee). Instead, I'm huddled next to the fireplace with at least three blankets at all times. What can you do? I had a hard time committing to an anime for th...

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This Week in Games - Return of the Ninjasaurs

Jan 31, 10:00

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Where are the Ninja Gaiden and Dino Crisis fans at? Brand-new games are on the way! Jean-Karlo looks at the Xbox Developer Direct and a major shake-up at Sony. ― Welcome back, folks! It's been a dumpster fire of a week, but I'm taking joy in what I can. For one thing, the Pyra and Mythra amiibo are finally getting re-released! Make sure to pre-order those in a hurry. Maybe I can beat Xenoblade 3 befo...

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The Complete Main Dragon Ball Anime Timeline

Jan 31, 09:00

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anime

The main Dragon Ball story has been continuing across various anime TV series, movies, specials, and OVAs for nearly 40 years now. Here's when each takes place. ― Dragon Ball is a worldwide pop-culture phenomenon—to the point that calling it one of the most popular anime of all time feels like an understatement. From the first episode of the original series to today, there have been hundreds of epis...

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Kōcha Agasawa's The Ramparts of Ice Manga Gets TV Anime

Jan 31, 05:50

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Webtoon from creator of You and I Are Polar Opposites originally serialized from 2020-2022 ― Shueisha announced on Friday that Kōcha Agasawa's Koori no Jyōheki (The Ramparts of Ice or Ice Castle Wall) manga is getting a television anime adaptation. Agasawa drew an illustration to celebrate the news. The manga originally serialized as a webtoon on the LINE Manga app from January 2020 to April 2022. Sh...

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Fuse Wants to End That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Novels This Year

Jan 31, 01:59