IGN exclusively unveils details about Crunchyroll's third annual Ani-May celebration - a month-long global anime festival featuring exclusive merchandise, special promotions, in-store experiences, and free streaming content. The event will introduce new additions to the Crunchyroll Game Vault and numerous fan-focused activities worldwide.

Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and Chainsaw Man Lead the Selection of Free-to-Stream Anime During Ani-May

Starting May 1, Crunchyroll will offer ad-supported free streaming of beloved anime series throughout the month. Fans can revisit classics or discover new favorites from this curated selection, accessible with just a free Crunchyroll account.

The complete list of free anime includes:

• Black Clover (Seasons 1-4)
• Chainsaw Man
• Cowboy Bebop
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Complete Series)
• Fruits Basket (Seasons 1-3)
• Haikyu!! (Seasons 1-4)
• Heaven Official's Blessing (Seasons 1-2)
• Hell's Paradise
• Jujutsu Kaisen (Seasons 1-2)
• Junji Ito Collection
• Kaiju No. 8
• My Hero Academia (Seasons 1-7)
• Overlord (Seasons 1-4)
• Shangri-La Frontier (Seasons 1-2)
• Solo Leveling (Season 1)
• Soul Eater
• SPY x FAMILY (Seasons 1-2)
• The Apothecary Diaries (Season 1)
• Toilet-bound Hanako-kun (Seasons 1-2)
• Tokyo Ghoul (Seasons 1-3)

Merch, Partnerships, and Real-World Anime Experiences

Ani-May brings exclusive officially licensed merchandise featuring popular series like Solo Leveling, Kaiju No. 8, and My Hero Academia. The Crunchyroll Store will launch new products, offer special deals, and provide limited-edition collectibles throughout the event.

Global retail partnerships include:

• UNIQLO offering 30-day Crunchyroll trials with select UT purchases
• Hot Topic anime merchandise promotions across North America
• Best Buy exclusive SPY x FAMILY collectibles
• Planet Hollywood anime-themed dining experiences
• JUJUTSU KAISEN Funko Pop voice cast signings
• Bananya Fall Guys crossover skins
• Demon Slayer: Mugen Train theatrical re-release

The Crunchyroll Game Vault Expands With Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth and More

The Crunchyroll Game Vault will receive weekly game additions throughout Ani-May, starting with Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth on April 30. Other titles include:

• Corpse Party
• Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol. 1
• Shin Chan: Shiro and the Coal Town
• Shogun Showdown
• White Day

Ani-May Home Entertainment Releases

Ani-May 2025 Home Entertainment Releases

Special physical releases include:

• Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Limited Edition Blu-ray (Pre-orders May 15)
• Paranoia Agent and Goblin Slayer SteelBooks (Available April 30)
• SteelNook display cases for collectors (Available May 30)

Global Ani-May Celebrations

International celebrations include:

• Mexico: Liverpool and Suburbia retail activations
• Europe: Partners including HMV, FNAC, and Thalia hosting events
• Middle East: First-ever Ani-May activation
• Australia/New Zealand: JB Hi-Fi and EB Games promotions

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