The anime and manga scene in North America continues to deliver a wide array of exciting titles for fans. This week, from January 19th to 25th, 2025, sees the release of several anticipated anime series on Blu-ray, along with a diverse selection of new manga volumes. Here’s a breakdown of what’s hitting shelves and screens.
Anime Releases
This week offers a mix of new and ongoing series to enjoy.
Blu-ray Releases
Several notable anime titles are making their way to Blu-ray, providing fans with high-quality viewing experiences.
- BASTARD!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy-: Sentai Filmworks brings the intense, dark fantasy series BASTARD!! to Blu-ray. This release, priced at $89.98, is for those who enjoy action-packed, epic adventures.
- Bubblegum Crash: AnimEigo offers the classic Bubblegum Crash on Blu-ray for $24.95, a great addition for collectors of retro anime.
- Horimiya: The Missing Pieces: Crunchyroll releases Horimiya: The Missing Pieces on Blu-ray/DVD combo pack for $69.98. This release includes the extra content not seen in the main series.
- The Strongest Tank’s Labyrinth Raids: Also from Crunchyroll, The Strongest Tank’s Labyrinth Raids arrives on Blu-ray for $69.98, a must-have for fans of fantasy and adventure.
These releases cater to different tastes, from dark fantasy to slice-of-life stories, ensuring that there is something for every anime enthusiast this week.
Print Manga Releases
The manga scene is bustling with a host of new releases spanning various genres, from romance to action and everything in between.
New Manga Volumes
Here’s a look at the new manga volumes arriving this week:
- After God (Graphic Novel) GN 2: Viz Media continues the thought-provoking series After God, with volume 2 priced at $14.99.
- After School Etude GN 2: Seven Seas releases volume 2 of After School Etude, priced at $14.99.
- Ako and Bambi GN 4: Yen Press presents volume 4 of Ako and Bambi at $15.00.
- The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten GN 3: Square Enix Manga brings volume 3 of the popular The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, priced at $12.99.
- Ayakashi Triangle GN 13: Seven Seas releases the 13th volume of Ayakashi Triangle at $13.99.
- Bungo Stray Dogs: Dazai, Chuuya, Age Fifteen GN 3: Yen Press offers the third volume of the Bungo Stray Dogs spin-off, priced at $13.00.
- Call the Name of the Night GN 5: Yen Press continues Call the Name of the Night with its fifth volume at $13.00.
- A Cat From Our World and the Forgotten Witch GN 4: Seven Seas presents volume 4 of this fantasy title at $13.99.
- Cat on the Hero’s Lap GN 4: Seven Seas also releases volume 4 of Cat on the Hero’s Lap at $14.99.
- Chained Soldier GN 10: Yen Press delivers the tenth volume of Chained Soldier, priced at $13.00.
- Cheerful Amnesia GN 5: The fifth volume of Cheerful Amnesia is available from Yen Press for $13.00.
- Days With My Stepsister GN 2: Yen Press releases the second volume of Days With My Stepsister at $13.00.
- The Demon Sword Master of Excalibur Academy GN 8: Yen Press continues The Demon Sword Master of Excalibur Academy with its eighth volume at $13.00.
- Diary of a Female Lead: Shujinkou Nikki GN 2: Seven Seas presents the second volume of Diary of a Female Lead at $13.99.
- Dogs and Punching Bags GN: Vertical releases Dogs and Punching Bags, a new manga focused on romance, priced at $24.95.
- Dra-Q GN 1: Kodansha USA debuts the first volume of Dra-Q at $13.99.
- Everyone’s Darling Has a Secret GN 1: Yen Press introduces Everyone’s Darling Has a Secret with its first volume at $13.00.
- Free Life Fantasy Online: Immortal Princess GN 9: Seven Seas continues this fantasy series with volume 9, priced at $13.99.
- Honeko Akabane’s Bodyguards: Kodansha releases Honeko Akabane’s Bodyguards which is focused on the Yakuza romance, with the first volume being released at $13.00.
- My Stepmom’s Daughter Is My Ex GN 3: Yen Press continues this series with volume 3, priced at $13.00.
- The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses GN 8: Square Enix Manga offers volume 8 of The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses at $12.99.
- Tokyo Alien Bros. GN 1: Viz Media introduces Tokyo Alien Bros. with its first volume at $14.99, promising a unique narrative.
Ongoing Manga Series
Several popular series are also continuing their runs with new volumes this week, offering fans the next chapters in their favorite stories.
- Dead Mount Death Play: Chapter 128 of this manga is released in the US.
- Goblin Slayer Side Story: Year One: Chapter 114 is released in the US.
- Toilet-bound Hanako-kun: Chapter 122 is released in the US.
- Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler: Chapter 113 is released in the US.
- Übel Blatt II: Chapter 11 is released in the US.
- Boy’s Abyss: Volume 8 is released in the US.
Other Notable Releases
Several other manga series are also releasing new volumes, including:
Ajin: Demi-Human Complete 2
Blue Lock 29
Blue Lock: Episode Nagi 2
Gang King 25
Manchuria Opium Squad 4
ORIGIN 8
Sheltering Eaves 2
The Seven Deadly Sins Omnibus 14
Tokyo Tarareba Girls Returns 2 5
Versus 2
We’re New at This 18
Witch Hat Atelier 13
Black Clover, Vol. 36
Chainsaw Man, Vol. 17
Dark Gathering, Vol. 11
Last Quarter, Vol. 2
Like a Butterfly, Vol. 10
Marriage Toxin, Vol. 5
Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 18
Otaku Vampire’s Love Bite, Vol. 2
RuriDragon, Vol. 1
Sakamoto Days, Vol. 15
Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 6
Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 11
Beyblade X, Vol. 1
Case Closed, Vol. 93
Destroy All Humans. They Can’t Be Regenerated. A Magic: The Gathering Manga, Vol. 2
Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Manga – Anthology, Vol. 2
Firefly Wedding, Vol. 1
Komi Can’t Communicate, Vol. 32
Mao, Vol. 19
Spy x Family, Vol. 13
Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon, Vol. 6
Record of Ragnarok, Vol. 13
Red River (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 2
Snowball Earth, Vol. 4
Steel of the Celestial Shadows, Vol. 5
Trillion Game, Vol. 3
Undead Unluck, Vol. 18
What to Expect in the Coming Weeks
The start of 2025 has been filled with highly anticipated releases. Looking ahead, fans can expect more sequels, such as Solo Leveling Season 2, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, and My Happy Marriage Season 2, as well as new titles.
Anime Series to Watch Out For
- Solo Leveling Season 2: The return of Sung Jinwoo is highly anticipated.
- The Apothecary Diaries Season 2: Continuing the story of Maomao’s adventures.
- My Happy Marriage Season 2: Further exploring the relationship between Miyo and Kiyoka.
- Dr. Stone Science Future: The next season of the popular science-adventure anime.
- Sakamoto Days: A new series that’s already making waves.
- Zenshu: Another new series garnering attention.
- Honey Lemon Soda: A new anime that has fans excited for its release.
- Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2: The return of the beloved supernatural series.
Movies
Several anime movies are also scheduled for release in 2025:
- Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing: (January 17)
- Cute High Earth Defense Club Eternal Love! (January 24)
- Make a Girl: (January 31)
- The Rose of Versailles
- Eiga Senpai wa Otokonoko: Ame Nochi Hare
- Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle
- Doraemon: Nobita’s Art World Tales
- Gekijōban Mononoke Dainishō: Hinezumi
- Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 (part 3)
- Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback
- Gekijōban Boku to Roboco
- Gekijōban Uta no Prince-sama Taboo Night XXXX
- Kaitō Queen no Yūga na Kyūka
- Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved
- Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to: Dive in Wonderland
- Peleliu: Guernica of Paradise
The January 19-25 week of releases showcases the breadth and depth of the anime and manga industry, offering fans a variety of options to explore. Whether you’re interested in diving into a new manga series or revisiting a classic anime on Blu-ray, there is plenty to enjoy.
