Crunchyroll's Ani-May 2025: Free Anime, Events, Merch

IGN exclusively unveils exciting details about Crunchyroll's third annual Ani-May celebration – a month-long global event featuring exclusive anime merchandise, limited-time deals, retail partnerships, in-store experiences, free streaming content, and new additions to the Crunchyroll Game Vault.

This year's Ani-May promises an abundance of thrilling offerings – we're highlighting every major announcement below to ensure fans don't miss a single opportunity.

Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer & Chainsaw Man Headline Free Anime Lineup

Starting May 1, Crunchyroll will provide free ad-supported streaming of fan-favorite series including Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and dozens more – perfect for discovering new shows or rewatching classics.

The complete ad-supported free streaming lineup requires only a free Crunchyroll account:

Black Clover (Seasons 1-4)Chainsaw ManCowboy BebopDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Complete Series)Fruits Basket (Seasons 1-3)Haikyu!! (Seasons 1-4)Heaven Official's Blessing (Seasons 1-2)Hell's ParadiseJujutsu Kaisen (Seasons 1-2)Junji Ito CollectionKaiju No. 8My Hero Academia (Seasons 1-7)Overlord (Seasons 1-4)Shangri-La Frontier (Seasons 1-2)Solo Leveling (Season 1)Soul EaterSPY x FAMILY (Seasons 1-2)The Apothecary Diaries (Season 1)Toilet-bound Hanako-kun (Seasons 1-2)Tokyo Ghoul (Seasons 1-3)

Exclusive Merchandise & Collaborations Featuring Solo Leveling, My Hero Academia & More

Ani-May introduces global fans to exclusive licensed merchandise from Solo Leveling, Kaiju No. 8, Bananya, My Hero Academia, and other popular series available worldwide.

The Crunchyroll Store will debut limited-edition products, special discounts, and exclusive Ani-May pins with qualifying purchases. Weekly themes will spotlight different anime genres throughout May, culminating with Anime Awards celebrations on May 26.

Beyond merchandise, Ani-May offers these real-world experiences:

• UNIQLO: Free 30-day Crunchyroll trials with UT purchases plus NYC-exclusive manga designs
• Hot Topic: Special anime merchandise across U.S. and Canadian stores
• Best Buy: Exclusive SPY x FAMILY collectibles with select purchases
• Planet Hollywood: Anime-inspired cocktails, dishes, and merchandise
• Funko: JUJUTSU KAISEN cast signing event on May 3
• Fall Guys: Bananya character skins available May 1-8
• Theaters: Demon Slayer: Mugen Train theatrical re-release

Crunchyroll Game Vault Expands With Valkyrie Profile & More

The Crunchyroll Game Vault enhances its library during Ani-May with weekly releases including PlayStation classic Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth launching April 30, followed by Corpse Party and five additional titles through June.

Limited Edition Home Releases Launch During Ani-May

Ani-May 2025 Home Entertainment Releases

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Collectors can pre-order Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Limited Edition Blu-ray (available May 15) and purchase Goblin Slayer & Paranoia Agent SteelBooks (launching April 30). The innovative SteelNook display case debuts May 30.

Global Ani-May Celebrations

Crunchyroll's worldwide Ani-May activations include:

• Latin America: Mexico's Liverpool stores featuring voice actor meetups
• Europe: Retail partnerships across UK, France, Germany and 10+ countries
• Middle East: First-ever Ani-May partnerships in UAE and Saudi Arabia
• Australia/NZ: JB Hi-Fi collectibles and EB Games membership perks

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