Rising Sun Dispatch Edition: 14 Aug 2025

Anime fans, the world of anime news is buzzing with exciting updates that you won’t want to miss! From new adaptations to beloved games making a comeback, there’s plenty happening. Grab your favorite snack, settle in, and get ready to dive into the latest highlights from the anime universe.

Here are the latest anime news articles that you should know about published in the last day:

• Nintendo Adds Chibi-Robo! Game to Switch 2's GameCube Classics Collection
  The classic 2005 GameCube title "Chibi-Robo!" is set to launch on August 21 for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers.
  Source: Anime News Network

• K Manga Adds The Fledgling Demon Lord's Starter Shop Manga in English
  The popular manga series "The Fledgling Demon Lord's Starter Shop," which debuted in October 2021, is now available in English on K Manga.
  Source: Anime News Network

• Odd Taxi TV Anime Gets 2 Compilation Films Screened
  Two compilation films of "Odd Taxi" will screen on September 10-11 and 17-18, featuring a preview of the new title "The Last Blossom."
  Source: Anime News Network

• Mackenyu Reprises Live-Action Chihayafuru Role
  Mackenyu will reprise his role as Arata Wataya in the seventh episode of the "Chihayafuru" live-action sequel, airing on August 20.
  Source: Anime News Network

• LW Entertainment Announces Anime Adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera
  LW Entertainment and Qubic Pictures are partnering to create an anime adaptation of the musical "The Phantom of the Opera."
  Source: Anime News Network

• Chainsaw Man Movie Trailer Reveals Ending Theme
  The trailer for "Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc" has been released, featuring an ending theme song by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada, titled "JANE DOE." The film is set for release on September 19.
  Source: Anime News Network

• Nobuo Yamada, Iconic Saint Seiya Singer, Passes Away
  Nobuo Yamada, known for singing "Pegasus Fantasy" from "Saint Seiya," has passed away at the age of 61 after a long battle with kidney cancer.
  Source: Anime News Network

Stay tuned for more updates as the anime world continues to evolve and thrill fans!