FromSoftware’s ultra hard Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is being adapted into an anime.
Called Sekiro No Defeat, it’s heading exclusively to Crunchyroll and is directed by Kenichi Kutsuna with character design by Takahiro Kishida.
The short clip at tonight’s Gamescom Opening Night Live shows Wolf fighting Genichiro in a field of reeds, one of the most iconic moments from the game. It also hints at other key moments from the game.
“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. “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.”
“Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a game known for its precision and intensity, and those qualities carry through beautifully in this adaptation,” said Asa Suehira, Chief Content Officer at Crunchyroll. “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: Shadows Die Twice of course won Game of the Year at The Game Awards back in 2019.
At the end of last year, Sony increased its shares in FromSoftware owner Kadokawa in a bid to boost its anime output and co-produce new work. It seems this Sekiro anime is the first effort.
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