Josh A. Stevens
@joshastevens.com
Anime PR and writer who loves Pokémon and is a massive Mari Okada fanatic. By-lines at Anime UK News, Crunchyroll etc. He/Him.
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The finale of Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the most intense and cinematic in series history, with a mix of absurdity and poignancy that speaks to the game’s strong character writing.
So much discussion has focused on the technical aspects, but Game Freak deserves props for the story.
So much discussion has focused on the technical aspects, but Game Freak deserves props for the story.
October 19, 2025 at 9:24 PM
The finale of Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the most intense and cinematic in series history, with a mix of absurdity and poignancy that speaks to the game’s strong character writing.
So much discussion has focused on the technical aspects, but Game Freak deserves props for the story.
So much discussion has focused on the technical aspects, but Game Freak deserves props for the story.
Yeah, maybe you should ask that Floette all about it 💀
October 18, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Yeah, maybe you should ask that Floette all about it 💀
Sanji when he’s leaving the Baratie to join the Straw Hats.
October 17, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Sanji when he’s leaving the Baratie to join the Straw Hats.
With “My Adventures with Superman” leaving Channel 4, I finally made time to watch it, and wish I had sooner. It’s really heartfelt, and it pays homage to anime in a way that feels more charming than usual attempts by western media.
I just hope HBO Max launches in the UK in time for Season 3.
I just hope HBO Max launches in the UK in time for Season 3.
October 13, 2025 at 11:07 PM
With “My Adventures with Superman” leaving Channel 4, I finally made time to watch it, and wish I had sooner. It’s really heartfelt, and it pays homage to anime in a way that feels more charming than usual attempts by western media.
I just hope HBO Max launches in the UK in time for Season 3.
I just hope HBO Max launches in the UK in time for Season 3.
I already have Virtual Boy on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2???
September 12, 2025 at 3:27 PM
I already have Virtual Boy on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2???
He is fat and silly, like me. New friend. #PokemonLegendsZA
August 21, 2025 at 1:20 PM
He is fat and silly, like me. New friend. #PokemonLegendsZA
Once in a while, you experience a film that makes you ask “What am I doing with my life?”. For the first time in years, I rewatched Princess Mononoke, in IMAX, and… wow.
Wild to remember this was once a PG, though. Upped to a 12A, I’m surprised that the dismemberment and blood didn’t earn it a 15.
Wild to remember this was once a PG, though. Upped to a 12A, I’m surprised that the dismemberment and blood didn’t earn it a 15.
August 18, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Once in a while, you experience a film that makes you ask “What am I doing with my life?”. For the first time in years, I rewatched Princess Mononoke, in IMAX, and… wow.
Wild to remember this was once a PG, though. Upped to a 12A, I’m surprised that the dismemberment and blood didn’t earn it a 15.
Wild to remember this was once a PG, though. Upped to a 12A, I’m surprised that the dismemberment and blood didn’t earn it a 15.
I stand with Charithra Chandran. Racists will never find the One Piece.
August 11, 2025 at 7:37 PM
I stand with Charithra Chandran. Racists will never find the One Piece.
Kaede has always been close to my heart. Years ago, I wrote for Crunchyroll about how she helped my own social anxiety. This was long overdue.
This film is so CUTE. Watching Kaede do her best, and learn it’s normal to be different… I just want to give her a hug and support whatever she wants to do.
This film is so CUTE. Watching Kaede do her best, and learn it’s normal to be different… I just want to give her a hug and support whatever she wants to do.
August 4, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Kaede has always been close to my heart. Years ago, I wrote for Crunchyroll about how she helped my own social anxiety. This was long overdue.
This film is so CUTE. Watching Kaede do her best, and learn it’s normal to be different… I just want to give her a hug and support whatever she wants to do.
This film is so CUTE. Watching Kaede do her best, and learn it’s normal to be different… I just want to give her a hug and support whatever she wants to do.
I finished my rewatch of “Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai” as my latest treadmill watch, so it’s time to take a day off, sit back, and rediscover peak.
August 3, 2025 at 10:50 AM
I finished my rewatch of “Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai” as my latest treadmill watch, so it’s time to take a day off, sit back, and rediscover peak.
Anyway, if you’re into young women using song to secretly protect the world from otherworldly creatures, give Symphogear a go!
Here’s why you should watch it: www.crunchyroll.com/news/feature...
Here’s why you should watch it: www.crunchyroll.com/news/feature...
July 5, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Anyway, if you’re into young women using song to secretly protect the world from otherworldly creatures, give Symphogear a go!
Here’s why you should watch it: www.crunchyroll.com/news/feature...
Here’s why you should watch it: www.crunchyroll.com/news/feature...
I can’t believe that “KPop Demon Hunters” wasn’t given a theatrical release. Not only is the film absolutely phenomenal, but it should have been insanely marketable.
The film is so full of charm, genuinely 🔥 songs, and incredibly slick animation. Sony Pictures Animation are on a roll.
The film is so full of charm, genuinely 🔥 songs, and incredibly slick animation. Sony Pictures Animation are on a roll.
July 5, 2025 at 5:15 PM
I can’t believe that “KPop Demon Hunters” wasn’t given a theatrical release. Not only is the film absolutely phenomenal, but it should have been insanely marketable.
The film is so full of charm, genuinely 🔥 songs, and incredibly slick animation. Sony Pictures Animation are on a roll.
The film is so full of charm, genuinely 🔥 songs, and incredibly slick animation. Sony Pictures Animation are on a roll.
Sat down to watch #Fureru, and the disc opens with a message (written and verbal) about an audio-described version that will play automatically, unless you go to the menu.
This is apparently common with Japanese home ent releases lately. A really intuitive way of handling accessibility features!
This is apparently common with Japanese home ent releases lately. A really intuitive way of handling accessibility features!
June 28, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Sat down to watch #Fureru, and the disc opens with a message (written and verbal) about an audio-described version that will play automatically, unless you go to the menu.
This is apparently common with Japanese home ent releases lately. A really intuitive way of handling accessibility features!
This is apparently common with Japanese home ent releases lately. A really intuitive way of handling accessibility features!
It took a few decades, and corporate buyouts, but Manga UK is finally selling manga.
June 16, 2025 at 9:10 AM
It took a few decades, and corporate buyouts, but Manga UK is finally selling manga.
You’re not the boss of me.
June 15, 2025 at 12:14 PM
You’re not the boss of me.
The judgmental stare of someone who doesn’t pay their taxes. #MarioKartWorld
June 5, 2025 at 11:51 PM
The judgmental stare of someone who doesn’t pay their taxes. #MarioKartWorld
Good to get Inspector Souffle’s thoughts on Elon Musk’s acquisition of a social media network, even if it is a few years too late.
(From “Syd Craft: Love is a Mystery”).
(From “Syd Craft: Love is a Mystery”).
June 1, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Good to get Inspector Souffle’s thoughts on Elon Musk’s acquisition of a social media network, even if it is a few years too late.
(From “Syd Craft: Love is a Mystery”).
(From “Syd Craft: Love is a Mystery”).
A good friend told me to get on @denizcamp.bsky.social’s Absolute Martian Manhunter, and emphasised that I needed a physical copy.
Camp already earned my trust with The Ultimates, but… wow. Waiting for the reprint was worth it. The aesthetic and vibe is the definition of cool. Everyone, buy this.
Camp already earned my trust with The Ultimates, but… wow. Waiting for the reprint was worth it. The aesthetic and vibe is the definition of cool. Everyone, buy this.
May 24, 2025 at 7:18 PM
A good friend told me to get on @denizcamp.bsky.social’s Absolute Martian Manhunter, and emphasised that I needed a physical copy.
Camp already earned my trust with The Ultimates, but… wow. Waiting for the reprint was worth it. The aesthetic and vibe is the definition of cool. Everyone, buy this.
Camp already earned my trust with The Ultimates, but… wow. Waiting for the reprint was worth it. The aesthetic and vibe is the definition of cool. Everyone, buy this.
The real tragedy of “The Apothecary Diaries” is that the other concubines have to compete against Gyokuyō, and that’s just not possible because she’s already perfect 🫶
April 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
The real tragedy of “The Apothecary Diaries” is that the other concubines have to compete against Gyokuyō, and that’s just not possible because she’s already perfect 🫶
I wish the girl from the Gorilla God show turned into an actual gorilla and was like Gori from Cromartie High School
April 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I wish the girl from the Gorilla God show turned into an actual gorilla and was like Gori from Cromartie High School
Shoutout to Mini the Lady’s rad character design. The trendy lil rat.
April 8, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Shoutout to Mini the Lady’s rad character design. The trendy lil rat.
Not sure if it shows up for you, depending on how BlueSky handles reply threads, but here it is for reference: www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
April 4, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Not sure if it shows up for you, depending on how BlueSky handles reply threads, but here it is for reference: www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
Or you could just accept that you were misinformed? I’ve already shown you Nintendo of America’s own press release that listed the MSRP as $79.99. Here it is again:
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
Yes, physical copies are €89.99 in Europe, but that is not the same as US dollars.
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
Yes, physical copies are €89.99 in Europe, but that is not the same as US dollars.
April 4, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Or you could just accept that you were misinformed? I’ve already shown you Nintendo of America’s own press release that listed the MSRP as $79.99. Here it is again:
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
Yes, physical copies are €89.99 in Europe, but that is not the same as US dollars.
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
Yes, physical copies are €89.99 in Europe, but that is not the same as US dollars.
Just managed to dig up Nintendo’s own press release outlining the MSRP of Switch 2 and games:
($80 for a controller too? Yeesh).
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
($80 for a controller too? Yeesh).
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
April 4, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Just managed to dig up Nintendo’s own press release outlining the MSRP of Switch 2 and games:
($80 for a controller too? Yeesh).
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...
($80 for a controller too? Yeesh).
www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/...