Welcome to this week’s roundup of North American anime, manga, novel, audiobook, and video game releases (dates listed are month/day). Below you’ll find a clean, easy-to-scan guide to what shipped the last few days of June and the first days of July — perfect for collectors, casual readers, and anyone planning purchases before the summer season picks up. All dates below are presented exactly as released by publishers (e.g., June 29–July 2).
Table of Contents
Anime Releases (June 30)
- Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 1 (Blu‑ray) — Crunchyroll — US$79.98 — June 30.
- I Don’t Like You At All, Big Brother!! (Blu‑ray) — Media Blasters — US$24.99 — June 30.
- Juden Chan (Blu‑ray) — Media Blasters — US$29.99 — June 30.
- Lupin the 3rd: Specials Collection 2 (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$59.95 — June 30.
- Patlabor OVA (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$29.95 — June 30.
- When They Cry – Rei (Blu‑ray) — Discotek — US$24.95 — June 30.
Highlighted Anime Picks
Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 1 — A must for collectors who enjoyed the scientific survival drama and are following the franchise’s continuing saga. If you’re building a Blu‑ray library focused on modern shonen with high production values, Crunchyroll’s set is the one to watch.
Lupin the 3rd: Specials Collection 2 — Discotek continues to mine the franchise’s vaults; their restoration and affordable pricing make this ideal for longtime Lupin fans and newcomers who want a curated set of specials without breaking the bank.
Print Manga Releases (June 30)
- Al the Adventurer: That Magic Shouldn’t Work! GN 1 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Black Night Parade GN 10 — Seven Seas — US$13.99 — June 30.
- Blue Lock Omnibus GN 3 — Kodansha USA — US$22.99 — June 30.
- Cells at Work! Lady GN 3 — Kodansha USA — US$15.99 — June 30.
- Chronicles of an Aristocrat Reborn in Another World GN 14 — Seven Seas — US$13.99 — June 30.
- Fall in Love, You False Angels GN 5 — Kodansha USA — US$13.99 — June 30.
- Geniearth GN 1 — Titan — US$12.99 — June 30.
- He Craves to be Teased by His Favorite ASMR Streamer GN 2 — Seven Seas — US$15.99 — June 30.
- How to Treat a Lady Knight Right GN 2 — Kodansha USA — US$15.99 — June 30.
- I Have a Crush at Work GN 4 — Kodansha USA — US$15.99 — June 30.
- My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! GN 12 — Seven Seas — US$13.99 — June 30.
- Nina the Starry Bride GN 16 — Kodansha USA — US$12.99 — June 30.
- Parallel Paradise GN 26 — Seven Seas — US$14.99 — June 30.
- Reborn As a Barrier Master GN 9 — Seven Seas — US$13.99 — June 30.
- Remnant: The Beastmen Omegaverse Saga GN 1 — Seven Seas — US$15.99 — June 30.
- What If I Said, “I Love You”? GN 1 — Kodansha USA — US$13.99 — June 30.
Print Manga Notes
June 30 was packed with both first volumes and long‑running series. If you’re after breakout reads for the summer, consider Blue Lock Omnibus GN 3 for sports‑drama energy or My Next Life as a Villainess GN 12 if you prefer light, comedic isekai romance that read well in marathons.
Digital Manga Releases (June 30 — July 1)
- Al the Adventurer: That Magic Shouldn’t Work! GN 1 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with You. GN 13 — Kodansha USA — US$10.99 — June 30.
- Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 GN 6 — J‑Novel Club — US$8.99 — July 1.
- The Beloved Imperial Bride GN 5 — Hakusensha — US$8.99 — July 1.
- Black Night Parade GN 10 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Chronicles of an Aristocrat Reborn in Another World GN 14 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Geniearth GN 1 — Titan — US$8.99 — June 30.
- He Craves to be Teased by His Favorite ASMR Streamer GN 2 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Lady Lucetta, Back from the Dead GN 3 — Hakusensha — US$8.99 — July 1.
- I Left My A‑Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths! GN 8 — Kodansha USA — US$10.99 — June 30.
- A Livid Lady’s Guide to Getting Even GN 8 — J‑Novel Club — US$8.99 — July 1.
- My Next Life as a Villainess GN 12 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Reborn As a Barrier Master GN 9 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Remnant: The Beastmen Omegaverse Saga GN 1 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Saint Young Men GN 22 — Kodansha USA — US$10.99 — June 30.
- The Strange Adventure of a Broke Mercenary GN 5 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — June 30.
- Together Forever GN 5 — Hakusensha — US$8.99 — July 1.
- What If I Said, “I Love You”? GN 1 — Kodansha USA — US$8.99 — June 30.
Print & Digital Novel Releases (June 29 — July 2)
Print Novel Releases (June 30)
- Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Deluxe Edition Novel 2 — Seven Seas — US$39.99 — June 30.
- ROLL OVER AND DIE: I Will Fight for an Ordinary Life with My Love and Cursed Sword! Novel 6 — Seven Seas — US$16.99 — June 30.
Digital Novel Releases (June 29 — July 2)
- Al the Adventurer: That Magic Shouldn’t Work! Novel 1 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — July 2.
- An Archdemon’s Dilemma — How to Love Your Elf Bride Novel 21 — J‑Novel Club — US$7.99 — July 2.
- The Case Files of Jeweler Richard Novel 12 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — July 2.
- I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic Novel 10 — J‑Novel Club — US$7.99 — June 29.
- Looks like a Job for a Maid! Novel 3 — J‑Novel Club — US$7.99 — July 2.
- Now I’m a Demon Lord! Novel 16 — J‑Novel Club — US$7.99 — July 2.
- Pens Down, Swords Up: Throw Your Studies to the Wind Novel 6 — J‑Novel Club — US$7.99 — June 29.
- Reincarnated Into a Game as the Hero’s Friend: Running the Kingdom Behind the Scenes Novel 7 Part 1 — Seven Seas — US$9.99 — July 2.
Audiobooks (July 2)
- Adachi and Shimamura Novel 12 — Seven Seas — US$24.99 — July 2.
- Classroom of the Elite: Year 3 Novel 1 — Seven Seas — US$24.99 — July 2.
- I Swear I Won’t Bother You Again! Novel 4 — Seven Seas — US$24.99 — July 2.
Video Game Release (July 2)
- Rhythm Heaven Groove Switch — Nintendo — US$39.99 — July 2.
Where to Buy & Collector Tips
If you’re buying physical sets, double‑check retailer preorders and potential region locks for Blu‑ray discs. Digital editions often offer early access and portability — a good value for newcomers. For publisher news and storefronts, check the publisher pages (example: Crunchyroll and Seven Seas Entertainment) for regional availability and extras.
Quick Release Calendar (At a Glance)
- June 29 — Digital novels (select J‑Novel Club titles).
- June 30 — Major anime BDs, many print and digital manga volumes, print novels.
- July 1 — Several digital manga volumes released (Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3 GN 6, Lady Lucetta GN 3, Together Forever GN 5).
- July 2 — New digital novels, audiobooks, and Rhythm Heaven Groove on Switch.
Final thoughts
This release window blends nostalgia (Patlabor OVA, Lupin specials) with fresh reads and digital-first titles — an ideal mix for collectors and casual fans alike. If you buy physical media, compare special edition contents and region compatibility. If you prefer digital, watch for platform discounts and bundle offers. Keep this list handy as you shop: the last days of June into early July brought a diverse set of options across anime, manga, novels, audiobooks, and games.
