Summary
- The New Gate’ will inspire an anime on April 13, 2024.
- A second promo video and more cast have been revealed.
- The story follows Shin, a veteran death game player who is transported to a fantasy world with the other survivors.
‘The New Gate’ is a popular isekai light novel that follows a typical storyline with an overpowered protagonist. Although it seems like just another online game-turned-reality trope, the series keeps things interesting by introducing new challenges and higher stakes with each battle.
This twist has been well-received by readers and has led to the series’ success. The story will inspire an anime adaptation, and we’ve got all the details covered.
The staff for ‘The New Gate’ anime revealed more cast and a second promotional video. The anime will premiere on April 13, 2024.
The second promo video showcases Shin’s encounters with his unique friends 500 years into the future. Additionally, it features an intense battle scene that unfolds before Shin’s eyes, leaving him spellbound.
The video also reveals the additional cast which includes the following.
| Character | Cast | Other Work |
| Girard Estaria | Satoshi Mikami | Byakuya Ishigami (Dr. Stone: New World 4) |
| Wolfgang Estaria | Tatsuhisa Suzuki | Kou Yoku (Kingdom 3) |
| Cuore Estaria | Kana Hanazawa | Mitsuri Kanroji (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba) |
Yokohama Animation Lab and Cloud Hearts are collaborating on this anime. Here’s the list of staff involved.
| Position | Staff | Other Works |
| Director | Tamaki Nakatsu | Eyeshield 21: The Phantom Golden Bowl film |
| Series Composition | Hiroki Uchida | The Strongest Sage With the Weakest Crest |
| Character Design | Itsuki Takemoto | Naruto Shippūden |
| Music | Tatsuhiko Saiki, Yūya Mori, Misaki Tsuchida, and Tsugumi Tanaka | The Café Terrace and Its Goddesses |
The light novel series has received mixed reviews. Some praise its intricate world-building, gripping action scenes, and well-crafted character interactions. While others criticize its lack of originality, slow pace, and overpowered protagonist.
Despite this, the trailer for the upcoming anime adaptation seems promising, evoking a similar vibe to ‘Sword Art Online.’ Therefore, if you are a fan of isekai, it might be worth giving it a shot.
About The New Gate
The New Gate is a Japanese light novel series written by Shinogi Kazanami. The series originated on the Shōsetsuka ni Narō website in 2013. An anime television series adaptation produced by Cloud Hearts and Yokohama Animation Laboratory is set to premiere in 2024.
The story follows an online life-or-death game with tens of thousands of players. Thanks to Shin, the most skilled veteran player, the other players will finally be released from the game. Shin has killed the last boss and believes he is finally able to escape when he is blinded by a flash of mysterious light. He awakes to find himself in the game’s world 500 years later! So begins a new chapter in the life of an unsurpassed legendary player!
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