by Netflix announced several videos and details about its latest anime lineup at Anime Expo 2025, held in Los Angeles, USA, on July 5th (local time). In addition to teasers for new and sequel works, messages from creators were also released at the venue, revealing the development of the anticipated works all at once. One of the most talked-about titles was Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the sequel to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
It was announced that it would be produced as a standalone work depicting different characters and stories from the previous work. Showrunner Bartosz Stibor said, “At first, I thought no one would watch it,” and expressed his gratitude for the response from all over the world.
“Blue Eye Samurai”
Further information has also been released about season 2 of the Emmy Award-winning animation series Blue Eye Samurai. In a pre-recorded interview with the creators, it was revealed that the story will continue with the protagonist Mizu’s journey of revenge, and that the setting will expand to the “magical place” of London.
In addition to the reappearance of characters such as the swordsmith, Ringo, Teigen, and Akemi, there is also the implication that “people who were thought to be dead may be alive,” so further developments are expected.
“BEASTARS”
A new visual for the final chapter, Part 2, of the popular anime series “BEASTARS” by Paru Itagaki was also unveiled, revealing that it will be released in 2026. As the final chapter follows the previous chapter, attention is focused on the conclusion of the story about the main characters, Legoshi and Haru, and the coexistence of carnivores and herbivores.
“SAKAMOTO DAYS”
Director Masaki Watanabe and producer Genki Ito appeared on stage to talk about the new anime “SAKAMOTO DAYS.” In Part 2, which will be released on July 14th, new characters will appear one after another, and the action scenes will be scaled up even further. The battles of the popular character Yoichi Nagumo will also be depicted, and there was great anticipation at the venue.
In addition, preview footage and visuals from works such as the horror mystery ” The Summer When Light Died ” based on Mokumoku Ren’s original work, the delicate youth romance anime “Fragrant Flowers Bloom Rin to Saku,” and “My Melody & Kuromi” featuring popular Sanrio characters were also shown, creating a diverse lineup regardless of genre.
The announcement at “Anime Expo 2025” left an impression that Netflix’s anime development will continue to expand beyond borders and generations. In addition to the works already announced, attention is also focused on future surprises.
