Kingdom Hearts Throwbacks, Death Note’s Return & Cute Anime Boy Recs | NEWS

The Anime Effect enjoys a blast from the past, discussing an update from Kingdom Hearts IV! Then, they share the latest from the Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, the return of Death Note: The Musical, a special Converse x Naruto Shippuden collab, and more. Plus, we’re recommending “cute boys doing cute things” anime because obviously.

Kingdom Hearts IV Screenshots Offer Fresh Signs of Life

Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Anime Premieres on July 5

Dragon Ball DAIMA, Solo Leveling Season 2 and More Nominated for 2025 Astra Awards

The Anime Effect was named Best New Podcast at 2025 Digiday Media Awards

Death Note: The Musical to Hold 10th Anniversary Performance in Tokyo

Converse x Naruto Shippuden Chuck Taylor All Stars Launch May 22

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