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DAILY ANIME NEWS — NOVEMBER 1, 2026

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MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES SEASON 3 CONFIRMED FOR JANUARY 2027!

Mash is officially returning! 🥊

Crunchyroll has confirmed that MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Season 3 will begin streaming in January 2027. The new season will adapt the Tri-Magicathlon Divine Visionary Final Exam Arc, bringing Mash Burnedead back for another round of magical chaos powered by nothing but muscles!

A-1 Pictures will continue production, with Tomonari Tanaka returning as director.

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DEATH STRANDING GETS ITS OWN ANIME ADAPTATION!

Hideo Kojima's universe is expanding once again!

DEATH STRANDING: ISOLATIONS has officially revealed its first teaser. The upcoming animated series will tell an entirely original story set in the world of Death Stranding, separate from the storyline of the games.

The project will feature traditional hand-drawn 2D animation and is scheduled to arrive on Disney+ in 2027.

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WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT ANNOUNCES IMAX RELEASE!

Aoko Aozaki is getting the big-screen treatment!

The upcoming Witch on the Holy Night anime film has confirmed an IMAX release in Japan on November 20, 2026, alongside its regular theatrical premiere.

Animated by ufotable and based on the TYPE-MOON visual novel, the film is also scheduled to begin its worldwide theatrical release in January 2027.

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FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST AND DAEMONS OF THE SHADOW REALM HEADING TO UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN!

Two of Hiromu Arakawa's biggest works are joining forces with one of Japan's most famous theme parks!

Universal Studios Japan has announced that Fullmetal Alchemist and Daemons of the Shadow Realm will receive special experiences as part of Universal Cool Japan 2027.

Both collaborations are scheduled to open in spring 2027. Further details about the attractions are yet to be revealed.

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STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT IS FINALLY HERE!

El Psy Kongroo! ⏳

The highly anticipated STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT has launched on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The reboot features revamped visuals, improved storytelling and additional narrative content. Most importantly, it introduces an entirely new storyline known as the Gamma Worldline, giving fans a fresh experience within the beloved time-travel universe.

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DIGIMON ALYSION OPENS GLOBAL PRE-REGISTRATION!

The Digital World is expanding!

Bandai has officially opened pre-registration for DIGIMON ALYSION, a new free-to-play mobile card game based on the Digimon Card Game.

The game will introduce exclusive cards, competitive battles and a dedicated Story Mode featuring Kanata Hondo as she explores the world of Digimon Liberator.

Pre-registration has opened across 49 countries and regions.

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DEMON SLAYER: THE HINOKAMI CHRONICLES 2 ARRIVES ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2!

Tanjiro's journey reaches another platform!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 has launched its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on October 29.

The upgraded version features improved visuals and smoother gameplay at 60 FPS. Players can once again experience Tanjiro's journey through the Entertainment District, Swordsmith Village and Hashira Training arcs.

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THE VERMILION MASK RECEIVES A SPECIAL HALLOWEEN ILLUSTRATION!

A little Halloween surprise for fans!

The creator of The Vermilion Mask, Nabana Naba, has released a special newly drawn Halloween illustration featuring Peru celebrating the spooky season.

The artwork features Peru sitting on a giant illuminated pumpkin while flashing a cheerful peace sign.

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BASS X MACHINA MAKES ITS NETFLIX DEBUT THIS NOVEMBER!

A new steampunk adventure is almost here!

BASS X MACHINA, the upcoming animated series created by LeSean Thomas and produced by Studio Mir, is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on November 3, 2026.

Set in a lawless steampunk-inspired world, the story follows a father navigating a dangerous landscape filled with outlaws, machines and supernatural threats as he tries to protect his family.

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FOOL NIGHT ANIME ADAPTATION SET FOR NOVEMBER RELEASE!

Darkness is approaching!

The upcoming anime adaptation of FOOL NIGHT, produced by Studio SHAFT, is scheduled to arrive on Netflix on November 26, 2026.

Set in a dystopian future where sunlight has disappeared and oxygen is becoming scarce, humanity has developed a process called Transfloration, which transforms people into plants capable of producing oxygen.

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That's all for today's edition!

Stay tuned for more anime announcements, upcoming releases, collaborations and industry updates.
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