Three Major Announcements from Dark Horse Manga: New Licenses and Gantz Deluxe Edition
Dark Horse Manga presents three major announcements that are exciting the manga world. With a statement dated July 3, 2026, the publisher officially announced two new licensing agreements and a special Deluxe Edition for the Gantz series. This move once again highlights the importance given to both independent works and cult classics.
The first license is a manga titled "The Sky is but One Roof of the World". Although details are not yet clear, this work, as its name suggests, points to a philosophical and visual journey. The second license will please H.P. Lovecraft fans: the manga adaptation of "H.P. Lovecraft's The Haunter of the Dark". This work, which brings Lovecraft's cosmic horror universe into manga format, falls into Dark Horse's area of expertise, known for similar adaptations previously drawn by masters like Gou Tanabe (At the Mountains of Madness, The Shadow Over Innsmouth). It has not yet been confirmed whether Tanabe will handle this new adaptation, but it is certainly an unmissable opportunity for Lovecraft enthusiasts.
Perhaps the biggest news concerns Hiroya Oku's unforgettable series Gantz. Dark Horse has announced the Gantz Deluxe Edition, which will start publishing in April 2027. This special edition will offer luxury details such as large format, high-quality paper, and possibly color pages for both fans who have read the series before and newcomers. Considering the violent, dystopian, and psychological intensity of the original series, the Deluxe Edition is clearly set to be a masterpiece for collectors. Note that Gantz has previously been released in Omnibus and standard volumes; this edition promises a truly "deluxe" experience.
These news show that Dark Horse Manga continues its strategy of both reviving classics and giving space to new voices in recent years. Lovecraft adaptations, in particular, hold a unique place at the intersection of manga and Western horror literature. The Gantz Deluxe Edition targets not only readers who experienced the early 2000s boom but also a younger audience who have gained new interest in the series through the Netflix adaptation. In the coming months, details regarding translation teams, pricing, and pre-orders for these works will be announced. Mark your calendars for April 2027; Dark Horse's shelves are set to be quite lively with these three releases.
