The critically acclaimed video game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is being adapted into a new anime series titled Sekiro: No Defeat, set to premiere on Crunchyroll in 2026. The Sekiro anime announcement was made by Kadokawa, Qzil.la, and ARCH during Gamescom 2025’s Opening Night Live. The new series, a fully hand-drawn adaptation, will stream exclusively on Crunchyroll worldwide, with the exception of Japan, China, Korea, Russia, and Belarus.
“We are taking on the monumental task of animating the breathtakingly beautiful Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. In doing so, we are pouring every ounce of our artistic vision and passion for beauty into its production,” said Kenichi Kutsuna, director of the adaptation, in a release to media. “The final product is being crafted to be a truly memorable experience, one that will leave a lasting impression on both dedicated fans of the game and those who are discovering the world of Sekiro for the very first time. Please look forward to it.”
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What is the Sekrio anime about?
Sekiro: No Defeat is a faithful anime adaptation of the original game’s narrative, a story of loyalty, sacrifice, and combat set against a reimagined backdrop of Sengoku-era Japan. The Sekiro anime aims to capture the essence and artistry of the game’s world, bringing its stunning visuals and intense action to life through the medium of animation.
Asa Suehira, Chief Content Officer at Crunchyroll, added in the same release, “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a game known for its precision and intensity, and those qualities carry through beautifully in this adaptation. We’re excited to bring Sekiro: No Defeat to fans around the world, and honored to work alongside Kadokawa, Qzil.la, and ARCH to expand this iconic story through the medium of anime.”
Sekiro: No Defeat Cast and Characters
- Daisuke Namikawa as Wolf
- Miyuki Satou as Kuro / The Divine Heir
- Kenjiro Tsuda as Genichiro Ashina
Animation Production Details
- Director: Kenichi Kutsuna
- Screenwriter: Takuya Satou
- Character Designer: Takahiro Kishida
- Deputy Director: Shunsuke Fukui
- Chief Animation Director: Kaito Moki
- Action Animation Director: Takashi Mukoda
- Art Director: Yuji Kaneko
- Color Designer: Azusa Sasaki
- Cinematographer: Keisuke Nozawa
- Editor: Yoshinori Murakami
- Sound Director: Yasushi Nagura
- Composer: Shuta Hasunuma
- Produced by: ARCH
- Production Company: Qzil.la
Watch the Trailer
Sekiro: No Defeat | Official Trailer | Crunchyroll
Sekiro: No Defeat is coming exclusively to Crunchyroll! 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.
What is the Sekiro Anime release date?
This is the first major announcement for the Sekiro anime. As of now, we only know that the adaptation will be coming exclusively to Crunchyroll, but no official release date other than 2026.
