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Anime is not a genre, it’s an open-ended world of stories. Every week, we deliver the rapidly growing anime audience new recommendations, deep dives into the classics, culture reports from inside the fandoms, and interviews with creators and A-list stars who are obsessed as we are. Welcome to Polygon’s Anime for All.

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Not sure what anime to watch? Leave a comment, we’ll helpNot sure what anime to watch? Leave a comment, we’ll help
Elusive Samurai is one of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful anime I've ever seenElusive Samurai is one of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful anime I've ever seen
This season’s best mecha anime is a student film inspired by Mobile Suit GundamThis season’s best mecha anime is a student film inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam
Our first look at Netflix’s new One Piece anime shows how hard it is to adapt Oda’s opusOur first look at Netflix’s new One Piece anime shows how hard it is to adapt Oda’s opus
Rachael Lillis, the voice of Pokémon’s Misty and Jessie, dies at 55Rachael Lillis, the voice of Pokémon’s Misty and Jessie, dies at 55
Every banned Pokémon episode and why they were pulled from TV
The Deer King, now on Netflix, feels like a Ghibli movie — even if it isn’t oneThe Deer King, now on Netflix, feels like a Ghibli movie — even if it isn’t one
Haikyuu!! is in the air at the Olympic volleyball competitionsHaikyuu!! is in the air at the Olympic volleyball competitions
It’s the end of the world as we know it in Terminator Zero’s new trailerIt’s the end of the world as we know it in Terminator Zero’s new trailer
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The long-awaited anime adaptation of Junji Ito’s Uzumaki is finally almost hereThe long-awaited anime adaptation of Junji Ito’s Uzumaki is finally almost here
The Suicide Squad anime continues Japan’s history of making American superhero stories better
I’m obsessed with the lips on A Sign of AffectionI’m obsessed with the lips on A Sign of Affection
The most confounding anime of the season is a slice of life at the end of the worldThe most confounding anime of the season is a slice of life at the end of the world
This anime is proof an ancient Chinese strategist would make a perfect pop-idol managerThis anime is proof an ancient Chinese strategist would make a perfect pop-idol manager
The Death Note musical fixed the anime to become the superior adaptation
Dystopian anime Terminator Zero annihilates civilization in its first trailerDystopian anime Terminator Zero annihilates civilization in its first trailer
Rick and Morty: The Anime will finally burst into our dimension this AugustRick and Morty: The Anime will finally burst into our dimension this August
The McDonald’s Jujutsu Kaisen sauce did not overpower meThe McDonald’s Jujutsu Kaisen sauce did not overpower me
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Suicide Squad Isekai is proof Harley Quinn was born to be in an animeSuicide Squad Isekai is proof Harley Quinn was born to be in an anime
Witch Hat Atelier’s first anime trailer is an absolute dreamWitch Hat Atelier’s first anime trailer is an absolute dream
This minor character is the new hero of the Demon Slayer fandomThis minor character is the new hero of the Demon Slayer fandom
Studio Ponoc wants its anime to change the world — and escape Studio Ghibli’s shadow
Demon Slayer’s final arc will arrive as a trilogy of movies — and here’s the first lookDemon Slayer’s final arc will arrive as a trilogy of movies — and here’s the first look
Megan Thee Stallion goes full weeb in ‘Otaku Hot Girl’Megan Thee Stallion goes full weeb in ‘Otaku Hot Girl’
Not sure what anime to watch? Leave a comment, we’ll helpNot sure what anime to watch? Leave a comment, we’ll help
Get a sneak peek at one of the year’s most exciting anime in theaters this fallGet a sneak peek at one of the year’s most exciting anime in theaters this fall
My Favorite Anime: Mars Express director’s journey from The Rose of Versailles to Patlabor 2My Favorite Anime: Mars Express director’s journey from The Rose of Versailles to Patlabor 2
Studio Ponoc’s The Imaginary may be the closest we get to a Calvin and Hobbes movie
Donald Glover and Zack Fox’s animated comedy Yoppaman is completely bonkersDonald Glover and Zack Fox’s animated comedy Yoppaman is completely bonkers
Finally, 2024 is giving us a good imaginary-friends movieFinally, 2024 is giving us a good imaginary-friends movie
It’s freaky anime gremlin girl summerIt’s freaky anime gremlin girl summer
The best scenes from Studio Ghibli movies
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Crush of the week: Haikyu!!’s coach UkaiCrush of the week: Haikyu!!’s coach Ukai
Netflix’s My Oni Girl features a 9-minute-long Spirited Away homage
My Favorite Anime: Mercedes Varnado’s journey from Sailor Moon to My Hero AcademiaMy Favorite Anime: Mercedes Varnado’s journey from Sailor Moon to My Hero Academia
The Haikyu!! movie delivers on 4 years of hype — LFGO!!
Why do Delicious in Dungeon’s kobolds look like dogs?Why do Delicious in Dungeon’s kobolds look like dogs?
My Favorite Anime: Joaquim Dos Santos’ journey from Macross to Sword of the StrangerMy Favorite Anime: Joaquim Dos Santos’ journey from Macross to Sword of the Stranger

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