The trend of expanding successful video game IPs beyond their original medium continues to grow, with more publishers looking to tap into the lucrative potential of cross-media adaptations. Even Nintendo, a company once reluctant to license its franchises beyond games, has embraced the idea. Now, speculation is mounting around the possibility of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, the unique Souls-like title from FromSoftware, receiving its anime adaptation.
Rumours surrounding the anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice have been circulating since 2023. At the time, these whispers lacked concrete evidence or official confirmation.
However, recent developments have breathed new life into the speculation. Kadokawa Corporation, the parent company of FromSoftware, has supposedly registered a domain named “sekiro-anime,” strongly suggesting that an official project may be in development.
Will There be a Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Anime?
The domain registration has been traced directly to Kadokawa, lending considerable credibility to the rumor. While no formal announcement has been made and specific project details remain scarce, the renewed interest has sparked excitement among fans of the original game and anime enthusiasts alike.
According to earlier 2023 reports, the anime adaptation may be handled by a newly formed studio named Qzil.la, although this has yet to be confirmed. It is also unclear whether the adaptation will closely follow the storyline of the game or introduce an entirely new narrative set in the same universe.
Released in 2019, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice quickly garnered critical acclaim for its distinctive gameplay and setting, standing out even within FromSoftware’s portfolio of challenging titles. Uniquely published under Activision, Sekiro earned a reputation as one of the most iconic Soulsborne experiences, even winning Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2019.
With Kadokawa’s involvement and the domain registration in place, fans may not have to wait much longer for an official reveal.
