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Cross Infinite World Acquires The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor: Operation Records Light Novel

REDDING, CA (9/2/2025) – Cross Infinite World is ecstatic to announce the acquisition of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor: Operation Records by Sarasa Nagase and Mitsuya Fuji, a sweet short story collection jam-packed with entertaining scenes not covered by the main series. If you enjoy The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor, then you definitely don't want to miss out on this collection! A collection of short stories detailing Jill's life and work as the Dragon Consort! “I didn't think that I'd get a wife… A Dragon Consort.” Hadis was asked for his hand in marriage during Gerald's birthday party. What did he say unbeknownst to Jill? Find out in the bonus short story, A Gift from God. In Operation Endless Surprise Attacks, Jill dresses up to surprise Hadis at the party, but she's the one enamored by his enchanting appearance! This short story collection is jam-packed with...

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Move into Fall with Cross Infinite World's Acquisition of 'Ayakashi Moving Service' Light Novel Oneshot

REDDING, CA (9/2/2025) – Cross Infinite World is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Ayakashi Moving Service by Makino Maebaru (The Inconvenient Life of an Arousing Priestess) and poporucha, a supernatural romance light novel oneshot about a not-so-normal career woman getting hired by a fox to help ayakashi and other supernatural creatures find work and community in modern-day Japan! Career Support For the Supernatural?! Kaede Kikui longs to be normal. Self-conscious of her boss's inappropriate favoritism, she's in the middle of job hunting when she encounters a handsome executive named Rai Shinozaki. But based on his fox ears and tail, he's anything but normal! Within minutes of meeting Kaede, Rai informs her that she's “leaking spiritual energy like a busted pipe,” accuses her of being an exhibitionist, and…offers her a ***ition at his company?! The bizarre offer is way too good to be true—and indeed, Kaede soon learns that Rai...

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Nezumi-kun no Chokki Picture Books Get TV Anime

Poplar Publishing Co., Ltd. announced on Wednesday that Nakashiwo and Noriko Ueno's Nezumi-kun no Chokki (Nezumi-kun's Vest) picture book series is inspiring a television anime adaptation. Image via PR Times©なかえよしを・上野紀／ポプラ社The picture books center on the titular mouse Nezumi-kun, who wears a signature red vest. The character featured in the Tobidasu Ehon 3D movie in 2010. The book series began in 1974 with Nezumi-kun no Chokki, with the series now having 43 volumes with over 5 million copies in print. Nakashiwo writes the story, while Noriko Ueno, who died on February 28, 2019, drew the illustrations. Sources: PR Times, Comic Natalie

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Prime Video to Exclusively Premiere a Japanese Anthology Anime Series Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 on November 7

Anthology series from acclaimed manga creator of Chainsaw Man and Look Back to stream in over 240 countries and territories TOKYO―2 September 2025―Today, Prime Video announced the exclusive global premiere of Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26, an anthology anime series adapting eight short stories created by visionary manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto between ages 17 and 26. The series will launch globally on November 7, 2025. Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 is the latest addition to Prime membership. Prime members in Japan enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership. The anthology features eight distinctive stories from the creator of Fire Punch, Chainsaw Man, and Look Back. A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin' in the Schoolyard tells the tale of two survivors' bond in a ***t-apocalyptic world, while Sasaki Stopped a Bullet explores the intense emotions of adolescence. Love is Blind presents a sci-fi romantic comedy about love on a cosmic scale,...

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Bittersweet Birthday Trailer Reveals Nemesis Vega, Updated Demo Out Now

Fight, dodge, survive. A brutal yet charming celebration you won't forget. OSAKA - September 2, 2025 - World Eater Games and DANGEN Entertainment are excited to reveal a brand-new trailer for Bittersweet Birthday, the highly anticipated story-driven action RPG where every fight is a boss fight. The new trailer highlights Vega, one of the game's nemeses, offering players a deeper glimpse into the mystery, tension, and unforgettable encounters that define the adventure. Bittersweet Birthday - Clash with Vega Trailer Alongside the trailer reveal, a newly updated demo for Bittersweet Birthday is now available on Steam. The demo features new content and improvements that showcase the game's challenging boss battles, exploration, and heartfelt storytelling. Players can download the demo and experience its unique blend of brutal challenge and charm right now. Bittersweet Birthday is scheduled to release later this year on PC platforms, with Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series...

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Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 Comes Back to Los Angeles on 18, 19 April 2026

DRAGON BALL GAMES BATTLE HOUR 2026 COMES BACK TO LOS ANGELES ON 18 AND 19 APRIL 2026 Lyon, France – 2 September, 2025 – Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe, in collaboration with Capsule Corporation Tokyo, Shueisha, Inc., Toei Animation Co. Ltd. And Bandai Spirits Co. Ltd., are pleased to announce that DRAGON BALL Games Battle Hour 2026, an event packed for DRAGON BALL fans around the world will be held in Los Angeles, California, USA, on 18 and 19 April 2026. Created with the ambition of sharing the latest news and announcements on the DRAGON BALL universe, the DRAGON BALL Games Battle Hour will have its 6thedition packed to the brim with DRAGON BALL games content. In addition to special announcements and content, the event will pit players of games such as DRAGON BALL FighterZ, DRAGON BALL SUPER CARD GAME MASTERS, DRAGON BALL SUPER CARD GAME FUSION WORLD and DRAGON BALL...

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