Daily Anime News Roundup – August 13, 2026
- Two popular manga series are going on hiatus.
- New manga and webtoon adaptations are announced.
- Pokémon Bank service will close in February 2027.
- The fifth Live-Action Kingdom film sets box office records.
- Exciting new anime reveals on the horizon.
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As summer continues, the anime industry remains bustling with exciting announcements and developments. This edition highlights significant news, including anime adaptations, hiatus announcements, and updates about current and upcoming series. Let’s dive into the latest happenings!
Hiatus Hits Popular Manga
Skull Dragon’s Precious Daughter will take a six-month break, returning in spring 2027 (Anime News Network). Meanwhile, Battle in 5 Seconds is pausing due to author Miyakokasiwa’s health struggles, as they’ve been diagnosed with depression (Anime News Network).
New Adaptations and Launches
The light novel The Villainess Speaks Not is getting a manga adaptation, illustrated by Ryū Miduki, which launched recently (Anime News Network). Additionally, Dae-geon Jung’s novel Rapids has also been adapted into a webtoon, following the romance between two classmates (Anime News Network).
Pokémon Bank Service Closing
In important gaming news, the Pokémon Bank app will cease operations in February 2027. This affects the transfer between Pokémon Bank and Pokémon Home, a notable change for many players (Anime News Network).
Major Box Office Achievement
The fifth Live-Action Kingdom film has surpassed 5 billion yen at the Japanese box office, making it the highest-grossing Japanese live-action film of 2026 (Crunchyroll).
Exciting New Anime Introductions
Tenkaichi: The Greatest Warrior Under the Rising Sun anime has revealed its main cast and staff, with a teaser trailer and a release slated for April 2027 (Crunchyroll). WIT Studio is teasing a new Attack on Titan announcement for August 20, adding to fans’ anticipation (Anime Corner).
Other Anime News
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Spirit mobile game has officially launched, featuring over 50 playable characters for fans to explore (Anime Corner).
- A collaborative event between Rent-a-Girlfriend’s Chizuru and Yo-Kai Watch kicks off in the mobile game PuniPuni, bringing the two franchises together (Crunchyroll).
- The film Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island has shared its opening movie, now showing in Japan (Crunchyroll).
- I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level manga will conclude with its next volume, marking the end of this beloved series (Anime Corner).
What to Watch
Keep an eye on upcoming releases along with their announcements:
- Tenkaichi: The Greatest Warrior Under the Rising Sun is set for an April 2027 premiere, and its teaser is gaining buzz.
- Mushoku Tensei Season 3 is teasing exciting developments, with Episode 8 previews now available (Anime Corner).
- The Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha series is streaming the new character song video for Towa Yorumi (Crunchyroll).
As the anime landscape continues to evolve with new titles and significant updates, make sure to return for future news roundups to stay informed about the latest developments in the anime universe!
FAQ
What major announcements were made in the anime industry recently?
Recent announcements include a hiatus for Skull Dragon’s Precious Daughter, new adaptations for The Villainess Speaks Not, and the end of service for the Pokémon Bank app.
When is the next season of Mushoku Tensei airing?
The next season, Mushoku Tensei Season 3, is currently airing, with Episode 8 previews available.
Which anime film recently broke box office records?
The fifth Live-Action Kingdom film has become the highest-grossing Japanese live-action film of 2026, surpassing 5 billion yen.