Crunchyroll Announces New Anime for Summer 2026: Overgeared, Fate Rewinder, Shield Hero Season 5 and More
In a major announcement on July 3, 2026, Crunchyroll revealed six new anime that will be released during the summer season. The productions added to the platform's catalog include Overgeared, Fate Rewinder, The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All, The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 5, Gacha Girls Corps, and The Vermilion Mask. This expansion further increases the genre diversity Crunchyroll offers its subscribers.
One of the most anticipated productions is undoubtedly Overgeared. Adapted from Redice Studio's popular webtoon, the series garnered millions of readers with its story set in a game-themed world. After the anime adaptation was announced in 2024, fans had been waiting a long time for the release date. This launch also highlights the importance Crunchyroll places on Korean-produced content.
Another noteworthy production is Fate Rewinder. Although the series' details are not yet fully known, as the name hints, it is expected to tell a story about time loops or fate. Meanwhile, the news of a fifth season came as a big surprise for The Rising of the Shield Hero fans. The fourth season aired in 2025 and ended on a cliffhanger; where the new season will pick up is already a matter of speculation.
Also on the list, The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All stands out as an adaptation of a Japanese GL (girls' love) manga. With its humorous and romantic tone, this production appeals to a different audience, increasing Crunchyroll's diversity in LGBTQ+ themed content. Gacha Girls Corps is introduced as a production inspired by gacha game mechanics, combining action and comedy, while The Vermilion Mask brings together mystery and superhero elements.
This announcement shows that Crunchyroll is making an ambitious entry into the summer 2026 season. The platform aims to satisfy its subscribers by creating a portfolio that includes both continuation seasons of major franchises and niche genres. In the coming weeks, the broadcast schedule and additional cast information for each series are expected to be announced. An exciting summer awaits anime fans!
