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Honkai: Star Rail Reveals April 22 Release Date for Anniversary Patch, MAPPA-Animated Concept Trailer

The long-awaited anniversary patch of Honkai: Star Rail is set to be released on April 22, 2026. Version 4.2, also known as "So Laughed the Masses," will feature the continuation of the Phantasmoon Games. MAPPA also co-produced a special animated concept trailer for the HSR game.

Jodie Parkinson • April 12

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Japan's Iconic Licca Dolls Debut in North America

TOMY Company's Licca dolls are coming to North America after becoming one of the most popular toys in Japan. The first collection in available as of late March 2026, and it features a number of dolls inspired by Japanese styles, but also by some of the most popular anime of today

Jodie Parkinson • April 05

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Best Anime With Formidable Female Characters to Watch in 2026

Stories with strong female leads always leave a lasting impression, and anime of this sort is not an exception. With all the women-centered holidays we just marked, we wanted to compile a list of some of these titles: anime with well-written, powerful, and strong women.

Alysha Parkinson • March 28

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HYTE x Honkai: Star Rail Reveals Firefly Collaboration

The HYTE x Honkai: Star Rail Firefly collaboration features the character Firefly on four different PC accessories that can spice up your setup while you're pulling for the best gacha gaming experience. The collection includes a PC case, a fan set, keycaps, and a desk mat.

Jodie Parkinson • March 27

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Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku VOLTAGE Live! Concert Announces Special Edition Blu-ray Release

Following the successful Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku VOLTAGE Live! concert, Project Voltage has announced that a special Blu-ray edition of the performance will be released on August 26, 2026. The Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku VOLTAGE Live! was held from March 20-22, 2026, at the Lala Arena, Tokyo Bay. The concert

Jodie Parkinson • March 23

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Chaos in Planarcadia Continues in Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1

Honkai: Star Rail continues the Planarcadia plot with version 4.1, "Unraveled for Daybreak", which releases on March 25, 2026. The featured banner includes the new 5-star character, Ashveil, alongside Hyacine and Boothill.

Jodie Parkinson • March 17

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The Hololive Dreams Official App Opens Pre-Registration

CyberAgent's QualiArts, in collaboration in COVER corporation, is producing the first mobile game based on the talents of hololive, titled hololive Dreams (or holodori). The pre-registrations opened on March 6, 2026. As of the time of writing, the release date has not been announced.

Jodie Parkinson • March 08

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Miku Expo Returns to Europe After Two Years

MIKU EXPO announced the return of the performance to Europe, after two year break. Since the previous European edition of the world tour in 2024, fans have been eagerly waiting for the next instalment, which is now set to take place between November 12 and 25, 2026.

Jodie Parkinson • February 23

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Honkai: Star Rail Brings the Amusement Fun in Version 4.0 Update

The long-awaited Honkai Star Rail 4.0 update, "No Aha at Full Moon," will launch on February 13, 2026. The update will continue the Trailblazers' journey to Planarcadia, the land of the Aeon Aha, in a mission where popularity and amusement take center stage.

Jodie Parkinson • February 12

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Hanamaruobake Pop-Up Continues in Select Loft Stores

Sanrio's mysterious ghost is continuing to appear in select LOFT stores across Japan. Each store will stock a limited line of merchandise featuring Hanamaruobake sporting cozy designs perfect for the winter period.

Jodie Parkinson • January 09

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Honkai: Star Rail Returns to Penacony in 3.8 Version Update

After the epic finale of Amphoreus, The Astral Express is set on their next adventure but first a stop at a previous destination, Penacony. Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.8, also known as "Memories are the Prelude to Dreams" is set to start soon.

Jodie Parkinson • December 08

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Hololive's Amane Kanata Announces Graduation

After 6 years of creating content, Hololive's Amane Kanata has announced her graduation. The announcement was posted on the official Hololive X/Twitter on December 2, 2025, alongside a message on Kanata's personal X/Twitter account. Her graduation is scheduled for December 27, 2025.

Jodie Parkinson • December 05

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Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025 Announces Blu-Ray and DVD Release

After the conclusion of the 2025 run of Hatsune Miku "Magical Mirai", it has been announced that the final Tokyo show will be available on Blu-ray and DVD in 2026.

Jodie Parkinson • September 17

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Honkai: Star Rail 3.6 Releases for Trailblazers on September 24

The highly anticipated 3.6 update will be hitting the accounts of Trailblazers of Honkai: Star Rail on September 24, 2025. "Back to Earth in Evernight" continues the story in Amphoreus with the addition of some familiar Astral Express Crew members, some in new forms.

Jodie Parkinson • September 15

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Interview: Andrew "Steiner" Hodgson on Translation and VTubers

At VeXpo, we talked to Andrew Hodgson, the well-known translator-turned-VTuber manager, about his work and future plans.

Alysha Parkinson • September 15

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Honkai: Star Rail Reveals April 22 Release Date for Anniversary Patch, MAPPA-Animated Concept Trailer

Japan's Iconic Licca Dolls Debut in North America

Best Anime With Formidable Female Characters to Watch in 2026

HYTE x Honkai: Star Rail Reveals Firefly Collaboration

Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku VOLTAGE Live! Concert Announces Special Edition Blu-ray Release

Chaos in Planarcadia Continues in Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.1

The Hololive Dreams Official App Opens Pre-Registration

Miku Expo Returns to Europe After Two Years

Honkai: Star Rail Brings the Amusement Fun in Version 4.0 Update

Hanamaruobake Pop-Up Continues in Select Loft Stores

Honkai: Star Rail Returns to Penacony in 3.8 Version Update

Hololive's Amane Kanata Announces Graduation

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025 Announces Blu-Ray and DVD Release

Honkai: Star Rail 3.6 Releases for Trailblazers on September 24

Interview: Andrew "Steiner" Hodgson on Translation and VTubers

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