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Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 Hits Crunchyroll on 8 July

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Nine years after Studio NUT first put a child soldier through the horrors of an alternate-world Great War, Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 finally has its premiere date locked in — and Singapore fans on Crunchyroll can circle 8 July 2026 on their calendars.

Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 — Official Trailer via AnimeSelect on YouTube

Nine Years Later — Tanya Is Back

Kadokawa first confirmed a second season back in June 2021, then went very quiet. A teaser trailer surfaced in November 2025, followed by a full trailer, new key visual, and cast updates unveiled at the Kadokawa booth during AnimeJapan 2026 on 28 March. With Crunchyroll’s official summer 2026 simulcast schedule now confirmed, 8 July is the date.

For the uninitiated: the original 2017 season adapts Carlo Zen’s light novel series about a cutthroat Japanese salaryman reincarnated as Tanya von Degurechaff, a small blonde girl in a magical-meets-militaristic alternate version of early-twentieth-century Europe. She’s assigned to the Imperial Army, and she turns brutal survival instincts into terrifying battlefield efficiency. It’s part dark isekai, part WWI military thriller, and it built a fiercely loyal following across Southeast Asia. The 2019 film Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Movie followed, but Season 2 has been the one fans have spent years waiting for.

Same Studio, Same Composer, New Director

Studio NUT returns to animate the sequel, keeping the visual language consistent with Season 1 and the film. The writing is again handled by Kenta Ihara, who wrote the series composition for Season 1. Yuji Hosogoe is also back as character designer and chief animation director, so Tanya’s signature unsettling wide-eyed expression should survive the transition.

What does change is the director’s chair. Takayuki Yukimoto takes over, marking his first time leading a full series as director. That’s a notable shift from Season 1’s Yutaka Uemura, though Yukimoto steps into a production team that clearly knows the material — so the continuity risk feels manageable.

Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 key visual featuring Tanya von Degurechaff
Image courtesy of Kadokawa

New Faces Joining the Imperial Army

Two new cast members were confirmed at AnimeJapan 2026. Tomokazu Sugita — a household name for SG anime fans across franchises from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure to Genshin Impact — joins as a character named Mikel. Yoko Hikasa, best known here for Lycoris Recoil and Attack on Titan, voices Liliya. Character details for both remain under wraps for now.

The core cast is intact. Aoi Yuki reprises Tanya, Saori Hayami returns as the devoted Viktoriya Ivanovna Serebryakov, and Shinichiro Miki, Tessho Kenda, and Hochu Otsuka are back in their key Imperial command roles.

Where and When to Watch in Singapore

Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 premieres on 8 July 2026 on Tokyo MX and affiliated Japanese broadcast networks. Crunchyroll has confirmed the simulcast as part of its summer 2026 lineup for its global territories, Singapore included. Episode times will be announced closer to the premiere. An English dub has not been officially confirmed, though given the popularity of the Season 1 dub on Crunchyroll, it would be surprising if one weren’t in the works.

If you want to revisit the series first, Season 1 and the 2019 film are currently streaming on Crunchyroll. Check out our anime coverage for more on what’s streaming this summer.

Last words

For Singapore fans who fell for Tanya’s ice-cold strategic mind back in 2017, the wait is almost over. Eight July is not far away, and with Studio NUT and the full core cast returning, the foundations are solid. We’ll be watching — and reporting back on how the season unfolds.

Manga Anime

Kiki’s Delivery Service Is Getting a Live-Action Series from BBC Studios and Kadokawa

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Forty years after Eiko Kadono first put Kiki on a broomstick, BBC Studios and Kadokawa have announced the first-ever live-action TV adaptation of Kiki’s Delivery Service — and it is being built for a global audience from day one.

Kiki's Delivery Service live-action series announcement from BBC Studios and Kadokawa
Image courtesy of BBC Studios / Kadokawa

What’s Been Announced

BBC Studios Kids & Family, UK production company Wheel in Motion, and Japan’s Kadokawa Corporation announced their three-way co-production on 16 June. The series is planned as 10 episodes running approximately 30 minutes each — roughly five hours of new Kiki content, compared to the Ghibli film’s 102 minutes. The story will be drawn primarily from the first volume of Kadono’s six-book novel series.

Importantly, the series is based on the original novel, not the 1989 Studio Ghibli film directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Both draw from the same source material, but approaching the story fresh from Kadono’s books gives the creative team room to explore angles the Ghibli adaptation never took.

Who Is Making It

Irena Brignull — whose credits include the Oscar-nominated stop-motion film The Boxtrolls, Sky’s Skellig, and Netflix’s The Little Prince — is attached as series writer. No director, cast, or production timeline has been confirmed at this stage.

Grainne McNamara, Head of BBC Studios Kids & Family, said in the announcement: “We are thrilled to be part of a collaboration to bring Kiki’s Delivery Service to life for a new generation on a global stage.”

Takeo Kodera, Kadokawa’s Director of International Co-Productions, called the partnership “a more exciting tribute to the landmark 40th anniversary of this classic book series than we could have imagined.”

Original author Eiko Kadono added: “Kiki is about to set off on another adventure into a new world. I’m confident this will be a great show.”

Series writer Brignull summed up the appeal: “Kiki is one of fiction’s great girl characters, embodying the magic that exists in re-invention and human connection.”

40 Years of Kiki

Kadono’s original novel was first published in 1985 by Fukuinkan Shoten. The Ghibli adaptation arrived four years later and introduced the young witch to international audiences — including many Singapore viewers who grew up watching her navigate the port town of Koriko. The film became one of Ghibli’s most beloved works and helped define what a coming-of-age story could look like in animation. This live-action series is timed specifically to mark the novel’s 40th anniversary.

No Release Date or Streaming Platform Yet

This is an early development announcement — no network, streaming platform, release window, cast, or director has been named. BBC Studios Kids & Family productions have historically reached global audiences through major streaming platforms, but nothing is confirmed for Singapore yet. Given the three-way international co-production setup, a wide Asian streaming release seems a reasonable expectation — just not a guarantee at this point.

Last Words

For Singapore fans who grew up watching Kiki cross rooftops and navigate an unfamiliar city, this announcement is a big deal — even if the details are still months away. A BBC Studios and Kadokawa partnership “for a global stage” reads as a genuine attempt to build something international, not just a localised reboot. We will track casting and streaming news as they emerge. In the meantime, find more of our anime and manga coverage here.

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Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 Returns to Suntec

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Mark your calendars, Singapore: Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 (#CSF26) is back, and organiser SOZO is promising a bigger, bolder celebration of art, cosplay, music and creativity. The festival lands at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre on 11 and 12 July 2026, taking over three halls for a weekend built entirely around creators and the communities that love them.

Here’s a taste of the energy from last year’s edition, straight from the official AFA channel:

AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore 2025 Day 2 Highlights — via AFA – Anime Festival Asia on YouTube

What is Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026?

Born out of Anime Festival Asia’s Creators Hub, Creators Super Fest has grown into Southeast Asia’s own creative playground — a place where independent artists, cosplayers, musicians and crafters get a real stage. This year’s layout has been refreshed across three halls, with the main stage and key zones repositioned to make the experience smoother for everyone (full floor plan to come closer to the date).

SOZO founder and festival director Shawn Chin frames the mission simply, calling creators “the lifeblood of every creative ecosystem” in the festival’s media release. The Singapore Tourism Board is on board too: Guo Teyi, Director of Leisure Events, pointed to “Singapore’s growing role as a regional hub for creative communities” as exactly why events like this matter on the local calendar.

Four creative zones to explore

CSF26 is organised around four key zones, each with its own flavour:

Fans browsing artist and indie merchandise booths at the Creators Hub marketplace at AFA Creators Super Fest

Image courtesy of SOZO

  • Creators Hub — the beating heart of the festival, where illustrators, designers and indie brands sell exclusive art and one-of-a-kind merch, and fans get to meet the makers face to face.
  • Cosplay Hub — a dedicated showcase where star cosplayers take the spotlight. Meet your favourite talents up close, grab their merch, and soak up the community vibe.
  • Creators Lab — an expanded line-up of workshops, panels and interactive sessions aimed at aspiring artists and creative entrepreneurs. SOZO is still accepting speakers, so this is your shot if you’ve got skills to share.
  • Super Akiba Stage — live music, talk shows and live-drawing sessions running throughout the weekend.

A cosplayer posing with fans at the Cosplay Hub during AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

Audience watching a panel session at the Creators Lab at AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

First wave of special guest creators

The opening line-up brings four guests from Japan — three musicians for the Super Akiba Stage and one of the festival’s most-loved illustrators.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest singer Kohana Lam key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Kohana Lam made her name on YouTube with cover videos sung “while crying” and with a lot of emotion — a channel that has now passed 680,000 subscribers. Her cover of “Kokoronashi” alone has racked up more than 15 million views, and she’s since lent her vocals to anime ending themes for The Dangers in My Heart and My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me!

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest singer-songwriter Rie fu key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Rie fu is a singer-songwriter, painter and translator whose music reached fans across Asia through anime — she performed “Life is Like a Boat” from Bleach and “Tsukiakari” from Darker than Black. A Central Saint Martins fine-art graduate, she paints much of her own release artwork, and after relocating to Singapore in 2025 she’s a genuine local-and-international crossover act.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest pianist Yomii key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

Yomii is a pianist and composer with a rhythm-gaming background, which shows in his razor-sharp timing. His performances and arrangements — turning familiar game and anime themes into emotional piano pieces — have pulled in over 700 million views on YouTube.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 guest illustrator lack key visual

Image courtesy of SOZO

lack is the freelance illustrator behind TCG art and character designs for the likes of Fate/Grand Order and Touken Ranbu ONLINE, plus VTuber designs including Shiranui Flare, Makaino Ririmu, Lain Paterson and Aruran. For #CSF26, lack has drawn a brand-new version of the festival’s official mascot, Seika — the same artist behind this year’s striking key visual.

A pathway to Japan: Asia Creators Cross

Cosplayer and fans at an artist booth during AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore

Image courtesy of SOZO

Here’s the part local creators will want to read twice. Through Asia Creators Cross — a partnership between Japan’s Dwango and SOZO — selected Creators Hub and Cosplay Hub participants stand a chance to be picked for Nico Nico Chokaigi 2027 in Japan, one of the biggest creator festivals in the world. Selection is subject to eligibility, application procedures and booth guidelines (other T&Cs apply), but it’s a rare, concrete route from a Suntec booth to a stage in Japan.

Tickets and how to go

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 ticketing information: S$15 one-day pass and S$27 two-day package

Image courtesy of SOZO

Pricing is wallet-friendly this year. A 1-Day Pass is S$15 (valid for either Saturday or Sunday), while the 2-Day package is S$27 — saving you S$3, with a single wristband covering both days (don’t remove or damage it). Note that prices exclude a ticketing and administration fee of S$1.80 per ticket.

Tickets go on sale 18 June from 11am SGT via ticketing.sozolive.asia/csf26. Full event details are on the official Creators Super Fest website.

Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026
📅 11–12 July 2026
📍 Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403–405

If you’re into anime, cosplay and the SG creator scene, this one belongs on your July shortlist. For more local happenings, check out our other events coverage and the latest in manga and anime.

Game News

FFT: The Ivalice Chronicles Ver. 1.5.0 Adds New Game+ and More

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Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles just received its biggest post-launch update — the free Version 1.5.0 “Enhanced” patch is live now on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and PC. Headlining the update is a fully featured New Game+, but Square Enix has packed in a long wishlist of quality-of-life changes too.

FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles | Launch Trailer — via Bandai Namco Entertainment Southeast Asia on YouTube

New Game+ — Take Your Best Squad into Round Two

If you’ve already guided Ramza through the Lion War and saved Ivalice, you no longer have to rebuild from scratch for a second run. New Game+ lets you carry over unit levels, item data, and more from a completed playthrough into a new game. It’s the feature fans have been requesting since the September 2025 launch, and it transforms FFT: The Ivalice Chronicles from a one-shot epic into something worth revisiting with increasingly fine-tuned parties. Classic tactics players who spent dozens of hours unlocking Arithmetician and Mime will especially appreciate having their work recognised.

Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles New Game+ screen
Image courtesy of Square Enix

Zodiac Compatibility Finally Has a UI

The Zodiac system has always been one of FFT’s more opaque layers — unit signs quietly influence hit and evasion rates, and most players only notice when Ramza bafflingly misses an attack. The 1.5.0 update surfaces this properly: you can now check any unit’s zodiac sign and its compatibility with others from the status screen during battle. Positive, negative, and special matchups are all readable at a glance, which opens up a whole layer of squad-building strategy that was previously only accessible to players who memorised a compatibility chart.

Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles Zodiac Compatibility UI
Image courtesy of Square Enix

The Full Ver. 1.5.0 Quality-of-Life Changes

Beyond the marquee additions, Square Enix has addressed a series of smaller frustrations that tactical RPG veterans will recognise immediately:

  • Status check during tile selection — inspect a unit’s stats while choosing where to move or which target to hit, without cancelling out of the menu.
  • Remove All Equipment — added to the Equipment & Abilities section, saving the multiple button presses previously needed to strip a unit before reassigning gear.
  • Clearer job unlock conditions — locked jobs now display exactly what JP requirements you need, so you always know what you’re grinding toward.
  • Persistent camera settings — angle and zoom preferences no longer reset between battles.
  • New toggles: auto-proceed dialogue in every cutscene; guaranteed ability incantation playback; and ability cursor position memory across menus.

Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean Text Now Supported

For Singapore players — and fans across Southeast Asia and East Asia — this addition may matter most of all. The 1.5.0 patch adds Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean text options in the Enhanced version of the game. Singapore’s multilingual gaming community can now experience Ramza’s story of honour and betrayal in their preferred written language, with no need to rely on fan translations or third-party patches.

How to Get the Update

Ver. 1.5.0 is a free update that downloads automatically on all platforms. If you own Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, or via Steam, head to your platform’s update queue and it should already be waiting. The game was originally released on 30 September 2025 as a modern remake of the beloved 1997 JRPG classic, featuring fully voiced dialogue, an overhauled visual style, and an updated script — while the original “Classic” mode remains available for purists.

Last Words

For Singapore gamers, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles has been playable on every major platform since its global September 2025 launch — no region lock, no waiting. Now that New Game+ and Zodiac visibility have arrived, there’s a compelling reason to dive back in whether you’ve finished the story or shelved it for later. The new Chinese text support is a genuine quality-of-life win for our local community. What job setups are you bringing into New Game+? Tell us in the comments, and check out more game news here on GameTrader.SG.

Game News

Dead by Daylight Turns 10: Jason Voorhees Arrives and a Movie Is Coming

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Dead by Daylight turned 10 last weekend — and Behaviour Interactive marked the milestone by dropping the one killer fans had been clamouring for since the game launched: Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th. The slasher icon arrived on 16 June 2026, and he brought a sprawling multi-year roadmap with him.

Jason Voorhees in Dead by Daylight Chapter 40
Image courtesy of Behaviour Interactive

Chapter 40: Jason Voorhees Is Finally in Dead by Daylight

After years of fans asking “where’s Jason?”, Chapter 40: The Slasher went live across all platforms on 16 June — the game’s exact 10th anniversary. Jason’s hockey mask and machete are instantly recognisable, and his power set delivers on the horror-icon promise. His core ability is Phase Walk, a supernatural speed mode (181% movement) that makes him near-impossible to outrun. Layer on Footprint Tracking to follow Survivors’ trails, a Jump Scare that reveals anyone within 16 metres, and Throwing Spikes that can pin Survivors in place — and you have one of the most aggressive killers in the game’s history. His exclusive Hook Spike Kill execution is exactly as gruesome as it sounds. Three exclusive cosmetics launched alongside him.

The announcement trailer channels the Friday the 13th films directly, using Jason’s point-of-view as he picks up his machete and pulls on the iconic mask — a faithful nod to Part 3.

Dead by Daylight | Jason | Official Trailer — via Dead by Daylight on YouTube

The 2026–2027 Content Roadmap

The 10th anniversary livestream doubled as a roadmap reveal. Here’s what’s confirmed:

  • 25 June 2026 — The Life Road chapter, introducing the game’s first Indigenous Survivor.
  • November 2026 — Terrifier crossover, bringing Art the Clown as a new playable killer.
  • December 2026 — A new Mall map drops.
  • 2027 — Crossovers with Diablo IV, Scooby-Doo, The Walking Dead (Glenn and Negan cosmetics for Rick Grimes), and Silent Hill additions including Shimizu Hinako and Bubble Head Nurse cosmetics from Silent Hill f.
Dead by Daylight 10th Anniversary key art
Image courtesy of Behaviour Interactive

A Dead by Daylight Movie Is in Development

Perhaps the biggest news for casual fans: a Dead by Daylight feature film is officially on its way, with Blumhouse Productions attached. Director Thordur Palsson (When the Darkness Comes) is helming the project, and the screenplay is already complete — written by Alexandre Aja and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick. Palsson has said his priority is “capturing the feeling of playing Dead by Daylight — the dread, the tension, the fear.” Filming is expected to begin in 2027.

No DBD 2 — Behaviour Is Going Big on the Original

Behaviour Interactive explicitly ruled out a sequel: the studio is “doubling down on evolving its current foundation” rather than starting fresh. That means a sweeping visual overhaul is coming in 2027 — upgraded character models, more expressive facial animations, enhanced environments, improved audio, and full voice lines for all original characters. A dynamic weather system is also in the pipeline. New game modes are confirmed: a 1v1 mode arrives in early 2027, while a Zombie Mode is further out. Official modding support rounds out the 2027 slate.

Last Words

Dead by Daylight is free to play on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and mobile — individual chapters like Jason’s are purchasable DLC. Singapore players can grab the Jason Voorhees chapter right now. With Art the Clown, a movie, and a full visual renovation on the horizon, it’s a strong time to be a DBD fan. Check out more gaming news here.

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Pokémon Champions Hits Mobile Today — Battle on the Go From 10am SGT

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Singapore Pokémon fans, clear some storage space — Pokémon Champions is now free to download on iOS and Android, with a global simultaneous launch rolling out today at 10am SGT. The competitive battling game that arrived on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on 8 April is finally in your pocket.

🏆 Pokémon Champions is coming to mobile platforms June 17! — via The Official Pokémon YouTube channel on YouTube

What is Pokémon Champions?

Pokémon Champions is The Pokémon Company’s dedicated competitive battle simulator — a free-to-start title built from the ground up for serious trainer-vs-trainer battles. Think of it as the official home of the Pokémon Video Game Championships (VGC) format, playable on your own terms. Since its Switch debut in April, the game has built a dedicated following despite a mixed initial reception, and the mobile launch is set to open it up to a much wider audience.

Gameplay is structured around complex, strategy-driven 6-on-6 battles. A rental system lets you build competitive teams without grinding a mainline game, and ongoing updates are steadily adding more Pokémon to the roster.

Pokémon Champions gameplay screenshot showing Dondozo and Aegislash vs Charizard and Hisuian Samurott
Image courtesy of The Pokémon Company

Cross-Save and Cross-Play: Your Progress Moves With You

If you have been grinding on Switch or Switch 2, your progress is not left behind. Link your Nintendo Account and your save data transfers seamlessly to the mobile version — and cross-platform multiplayer means you can battle against Switch players from your phone and vice versa. One account, all platforms.

Free Raichu Launch Bonus — With Two Mega Evolutions

To mark the mobile launch, every player on any platform — Switch or mobile — can claim a Raichu, Raichunite X, and Raichunite Y from the in-game mailbox. The promotion runs from today (17 June) through 2 September 2026.

Both Mega forms bring distinct competitive value:

  • Mega Raichu X — gains the Electric Surge ability, setting Electric Terrain for five turns on entry. Grounded Pokémon see a 30% boost to Electric moves and are shielded from sleep.
  • Mega Raichu Y — gains No Guard, meaning all moves used by and against it land with 100% accuracy. Thunder and Thunder Wave become perfectly reliable in any weather.

New Regulation M-B Launches Simultaneously

The mobile release also brings in Regulation M-B, the first ruleset change since Pokémon Champions’ April launch. Both Switch and mobile players step into the new format at the same time, so the competitive field resets cleanly across all platforms.

How to Download in Singapore

Pokémon Champions is free to download and play, with optional in-game purchases for cosmetics and quality-of-life features. No upfront cost.

  • iOS: Search Pokémon Champions on the App Store (App ID 6741503079) or visit the official site for the direct link.
  • Android: Available on Google Play under the same name.

iOS 16.0 and above is required for mobile play.

Last Words

Singapore players now have a legitimate, official competitive Pokémon client in their pocket — for free. Whether you are a long-time VGC competitor or just someone who wants to settle who truly has the best team among friends, Pokémon Champions on mobile removes the Switch paywall from the equation entirely. The Raichu bonus is a solid reason to log in today even if you are already on Switch. Check out our other game news for more on what is landing in Singapore this week.

Manga Anime

Ghost in the Shell (2026) Is Coming to Prime Video — 7 July

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Science SARU has unveiled the fourth promotional video for its upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime series — and alongside it comes the reveal of the ending theme, a three-year cross-border music collaboration that is arguably as exciting as the show itself. Premiere date: 7 July 2026, streaming on Amazon Prime Video worldwide — which means Singapore fans are in from day one.

Ghost in the Shell Promotional Video #4 | 7 July 2026 — via Ghost in the Shell Official Channel on YouTube

Science SARU Takes On the Original Manga

This is not a sequel, prequel, or alternate-universe retelling. The Ghost in the Shell is a direct adaptation of Masamune Shirow’s original manga — the 1989 cyberpunk classic that seeded every version of the franchise since. Science SARU, the studio behind Dan Da Dan, Devilman Crybaby, and the Golden Globe-nominated Inu-oh, is leading animation production in collaboration with Bandai Namco Filmworks, Production I.G., and Kodansha.

Direction is handled by Mokochan — assistant director on Dan Da Dan and making her solo directorial debut here. Character design and chief animation direction falls to Shuhei Handa, whose character sheets draw closely from Shirow’s linework. Series composition and scripts are by novelist and critic Toh EnJoe, with music by Taisei Iwasaki, Ryo Konishi, and YUKI KANESAKA.

Ghost in the Shell 2026 key visual
Image courtesy of Ghost in the Shell

The Ending Theme Is Blue by MILLENNIUM PARADE

PV4 debuted the ending theme: Blue, performed by MILLENNIUM PARADE featuring Saya Gray and Daniel Caesar. The track has been quietly in production for around three years — MILLENNIUM PARADE founder Daiki Tsuneta (also of King Gnu) began working on it with Canadian-Japanese artist Saya Gray before Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Daniel Caesar joined the project to complete what the team describes as a cross-border collaboration.

It marks MILLENNIUM PARADE’s second contribution to a Ghost in the Shell production, following their work on SAC_2045. In the context of PV4, Blue accompanies footage the creative team describes as an emotional piece focused on the inner lives of characters surrounding protagonist Motoko Kusanagi — suggesting the series has a human-drama register alongside the cyberpunk action the franchise is known for.

Where and When to Watch in Singapore

The Ghost in the Shell premieres in Japan on 7 July 2026, in the Ka-Anival!! block on Fuji TV and Kansai TV. On the streaming side, Amazon Prime Video holds worldwide rights excluding Russia and China, with Japan receiving an early exclusive window. That means Singapore Prime Video subscribers get access from launch day.

Bandai Namco Filmworks will also screen episodes 1 and 2 at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles (2–5 July), with director Mokochan and character designer Shuhei Handa attending for a panel and autograph session. A separate premiere screening is scheduled at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival (21–27 June in France).

Last words

The last full Ghost in the Shell TV anime was Ghost in the Shell: Arise in 2015 — making this return more than a decade in the making. Science SARU’s track record with emotionally charged source material makes this one of the most anticipated anime of this summer season. If you have a Prime Video subscription, 7 July is a date worth marking.

Game News

Zelda: Ocarina of Time Is Coming to Switch 2 — Everything Singapore Players Need to Know

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It’s the announcement that stopped Switch 2 fans mid-scroll: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is being remade for Nintendo Switch 2, confirmed during the June 9 Nintendo Direct. The N64 masterpiece — the game that defined 3D action-adventure for a generation — is coming back, rebuilt for modern hardware and landing exclusively on Switch 2 in 2026.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake key art
Image courtesy of Nintendo
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 — via Nintendo of America on YouTube

What Nintendo Has Confirmed About the Ocarina of Time Remake

The June 9 Direct reveal was short but loaded with intent. Nintendo’s official description: “The Nintendo 64 classic returns for a new generation in 2026, reborn exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.” That single line tells us three things — it’s Switch 2 exclusive, it’s arriving this year, and Nintendo is calling it a reimagining, not a port.

Nintendo further described the project as featuring “stunning visuals, updated designs, and timeless gameplay” — language that signals a genuine visual overhaul while preserving the core dungeon-crawling and exploration that made the original legendary. The teaser showed a redesigned Link in a clean, modern art style that respects the source material without looking like a straight upscale.

The developer has not been announced. More details are promised “in the future” from Nintendo, so expect either a dedicated Direct or a shadow drop sometime before year end.

Why Ocarina of Time Still Matters in 2026

First released on the Nintendo 64 in November 1998, Ocarina of Time sits at a Metacritic score of 99 and is still cited by many as one of the most important games ever made. It introduced Z-targeting combat, cracked the code for 3D adventure design, and gave us unforgettable set-pieces — Hyrule Field’s opening horizon, the Temple of Time’s organ chord, the final Ganondorf duel under a storming sky.

Nintendo revisited the game on 3DS in 2011 with Ocarina of Time 3D, which added improved textures and gyroscope aiming. The Switch 2 remake is the first major reimagining in 15 years — a full generation leap, not a touch-up.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake reveal trailer still
Image courtesy of Nintendo

What Singapore Switch 2 Owners Should Know

The Nintendo Switch 2 is available in Singapore through retailers including GameXtreme, Qisahn, and the Nintendo Asia eShop. The Ocarina of Time remake is confirmed for a 2026 launch, but no exact release date or SGD price has been announced — both are to be confirmed. All previous Zelda titles in the Asia region eShop have shipped with English-language support, and the same is expected here, though Nintendo has not specifically confirmed this for the remake.

This is a Switch 2 exclusive — there will be no Switch 1 version. If you’ve been on the fence about upgrading, this is exactly the kind of first-party exclusive Nintendo uses to make the decision for you.

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Last words

For a generation of Singapore gamers who grew up navigating the Deku Tree on a CRT television, seeing Hyrule rebuilt for Switch 2 is a genuinely exciting moment. Nintendo hasn’t shown gameplay yet, and the release date remains vague — but the intent is clear. We’ll be covering every reveal as it drops. Stay tuned.

Manga Anime, News

BAKI-DOU: Invincible Samurai Part 2 Drops on Netflix June 18

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Singapore fans of the Baki franchise, this Thursday is your day — BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Part 2 drops on Netflix on 18 June 2026, with all 12 new episodes releasing simultaneously worldwide, including Singapore.

What Part 2 Brings to the BAKI-DOU Netflix Anime

BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Part 2 promotional visual
Image courtesy of Netflix

Part 2 picks up from Episode 14 and runs through Episode 25, continuing the arc of the resurrected Miyamoto Musashi — Japan’s legendary swordsman brought back to life in the modern world — as he cuts through the strongest fighters alive. The trailer teases clashes with Pickle (the ancient frozen warrior), Izo Motobe, and Kaoru Hanayama, before Baki Hanma himself steps up for the defining showdown.

TMS Entertainment produces the series. The new arc comes with a full soundtrack refresh: the opening theme is “MUSASHI” by Chevon, and J SOUL BROTHERS III — one of Japan’s biggest acts — deliver the ending theme “KATANA.”

Watch the Official BAKI-DOU Part 2 Trailer

BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Part 2 | Official Trailer — via Netflix Philippines on YouTube

How BAKI-DOU Part 1 Set the Stage

BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Part 2 key visual with Musashi, Baki, Pickle, Hanayama and Motobe
Image courtesy of Netflix

When Part 1’s 13 episodes landed on Netflix on 26 February 2026, they racked up 3.4 million views in their first week. The series opens with a deceptively simple premise: the world’s greatest fighters are bored, having exhausted every worthy opponent — until a shadowy project resurrects the one man who can end that boredom for good. Part 1 built Musashi’s fearsome reputation fight by fight; Part 2 is where he finally meets his true reckoning.

Singapore Netflix Streaming Details

  • Platform: Netflix Singapore
  • Part 2 drop date: Thursday, 18 June 2026
  • Episodes: 14–25 (12 episodes, all releasing at once)
  • Age rating: M18

If you haven’t started Part 1 yet, all 13 episodes are on Netflix Singapore right now — you have a few days to catch up before the new batch lands.

Last Words

BAKI-DOU Part 2 is shaping up to be one of the bigger anime events on Netflix this month — the Musashi arc has been building for half a season and the payoff arrives in less than 72 hours. For more anime news and releases hitting Singapore, check out our anime and manga coverage.