Highly Anticipated Anime Adaptation of ‘Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice’ Announced for 2026!
Get ready, shinobi! A thrilling announcement made waves at the Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025 event: FromSoftware’s acclaimed action-adventure game, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, is officially getting an anime adaptation! Titled Sekiro: No Defeat, this highly anticipated series is set to premiere in 2026. Fans worldwide, rejoice! The show will be available globally on Crunchyroll, with the exception of Japan, China, Korea, Russia, and Belarus. Alongside this exciting news, the event also unveiled a stunning new visual for the anime, as well as the key production staff and main cast who will bring this epic tale to life.
Main Cast Unveiled
The voices behind the iconic characters of Ashina are now known! A talented lineup of voice actors will lend their skills to the main roles, ensuring an immersive experience for fans.
| Character | Voice Actor | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf | Namikawa Daisuke | Lupin III (2015) |
| Kuro | Satou Miyuki | Terminator 0 |
| Genichirou Ashina | Tsuda Kenjirou | Jujutsu Kaisen |
The Talented Production Team
Bringing the intricate world and intense action of Sekiro: No Defeat to the anime screen requires a dedicated and experienced team. The production will be handled by studio Qzil.la, with ARCH overseeing the production. Here’s a look at the impressive staff leading this ambitious project:
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Kutsuna Kenichi | Koneko no Chi: Ponponra Daibouken (assistant director) |
| Assistant Director | Fukui Shunsuke | Uzaki-chan wa Asobitai! (episode director) |
| Script | Satou Takuya | Urasekai Picnic |
| Character Designer | Kishida Takahiro | Haikyuu!! |
| Chief Animation Director | Moki Kaito | Gleipnir (animation director) |
| Action Animation Director | Mukouda Takashi | Ballroom e Youkoso |
| Art Director | Kaneko Yuuji | Tengoku Daimakyou |
| Color Design | Sasaki Azusa | Lycoris Recoil |
| Director of Photography | Nozawa Keisuke | Vivy: Fluorite Eye’s Song |
| Editing | Murakami Yoshinori | Psycho-Pass |
| Sound Director | Nagura Yasushi | Arifureta Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou |
| Music | Hasunuma Shuta | 7Fates: Chakho |
About Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice – The Game
Before it becomes an anime sensation, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice captivated millions as a groundbreaking video game. Developed by the renowned FromSoftware, the studio behind other critically acclaimed titles, and published by Activision outside of Japan, the game first launched in March 2019 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows. A Stadia release followed in October 2020. Its challenging gameplay, intricate world-building, and compelling narrative resonated deeply with players, leading to immense commercial success. The game has sold a remarkable cumulative 10 million copies worldwide! Its exceptional quality was also recognized with the prestigious Game of the Year award at The Game Awards in 2019, cementing its status as a modern classic.
The Gripping Story
Set in a fantastical, brutal version of feudal Japan, Sekiro: No Defeat promises to deliver a narrative filled with intrigue, sacrifice, and fierce combat. Here’s a glimpse into the world you’re about to enter:
The time is Sengoku.
Japan is fractured into many independent nations entangled in ceaseless war. At the center lies Ashina, a land of sacred earth and ancient mystery. Two decades after Sword Saint Isshin Ashina reclaimed the region in a brutal coup, a new threat emerges from within: The Interior Ministry. Desperate to protect his homeland, Isshin’s grandson Gen’ichirou turns to forbidden powers. The only hope lies in a kidnapped boy — the Divine Heir — and his silent protector: a loyal shinobi known only as Sekiro.
This is the story of a lord and his retainer — and their quest to restore balance to a nation on the edge.
Source: Famitsu
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