No Defeat anime gets new preview and confirmed theatrical run

Sekiro: No Defeat, the extremely anticipated anime adaptation of FromSoftware’s Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, is slicing via theaters solely in Japan beginning Sept. 4. The upcoming three-week theatrical run was introduced on X alongside a surprising new key visible of the Wolf and Kuro standing on blood-soaked snow with the tagline studying (translated from Japanese): “Collectively. To reside, and to die.”

Sekiro: No Defeat has swiftly grown into probably the most anticipated anime of the yr. Whereas the theatrical rollout is unique to Japan for now, the sequence is deliberate to stream on Crunchyroll someday later this yr, but no world streaming premiere has been formally confirmed. Polygon has reached out for clarification and can replace this web page when there’s extra information.

The promotional materials reinforces the venture’s high-profile manufacturing pedigree, which incorporates studios Qzil.la, Kadokawa, and ARCH as essential manufacturing homes. Directing Sekiro: No Defeat is Kenichi Kutsuna, a relative newcomer to the function with years of key animation work underneath his belt, and penning the script is Takuya Satou. Character designs are credited to Takahiro Kishida of Haikyu! fame, and the rating is being dealt with by Shuta Hasunuma. FromSoftware can also be immediately concerned with the manufacturing.

Early visuals proceed to lean into the present’s 2D hand-drawn aesthetic that intently mirrors the sport’s stark, painterly tone. The story will observe occasions just like these within the recreation, centering on Sengoku-era Japan and the Shinobi Wolf in his quest to “restore steadiness to a nation on the sting,” per Crunchyroll’s description. The primary two trailers and different assorted PVs have already teased main boss encounters, together with Genichiro Ashina and different acquainted figures from the acclaimed 2019 recreation.

This newest reveal is the clearest indication but that Sekiro: No Defeat is transferring into its ultimate promotional section. With its theatrical launch now set and promotional property rolling out, Sekiro: No Defeat is positioning itself as one of many extra formidable game-to-anime diversifications in recent times. Fortunate followers in Japan will get their first style this summer season.