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New "Neon Genesis Evangelion" ANIME SERIES ANNOUNCED Written by Yoko Taro Studios: CloverWorks ...

By Manga Mogura RE (Anime & Manga News)
Posted February 23, 2026

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This trending post announces a brand new Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series, revealed on February 23, 2026, during the final day of the franchise's 30th anniversary event at Yokohama Arena.[1][3][4] The project features Yoko Taro, famed for NieR: Automata, as the head writer, directors Kazuya Tsurumaki (Rebuild of Evangelion) and Toko Yatabe (Chainsaw Man), music by Keiichi Okabe (NieR series), and production by CloverWorks and Khara studios.[2][4][5] It builds on Evangelion's legacy of psychological depth, mecha battles, and existential themes, with Taro's dark, unconventional storytelling promising a fresh take influenced by his admitted admiration for the original series.[1][5]

🔥Why It's Trending

The announcement dropped today at the Evangelion 30th anniversary festival's close, reigniting hype for one of anime's most iconic franchises after years since the Rebuild films.[3][4] Yoko Taro's involvement as writer draws massive crossover appeal from gaming fans of NieR, amplified by the all-star team.[2][5] Social media buzz, including trailer shares, is exploding due to the perfect milestone timing and Evangelion's enduring cultural impact.[2]

💡Fun Facts

  • 1Yoko Taro has openly called NieR: Automata a 'reimagining' of Evangelion, citing it as his biggest inspiration in a 2024 IGN interview.[1][5]
  • 2The series was announced at the 'EVANGELION:30+ 30th Anniversary' event, spanning February 21-23, 2026, in Yokohama Arena with Hideaki Anno present.[3]
  • 3Keiichi Okabe, the composer, frequently collaborates with Yoko Taro and has worked on Tekken and Drakengard.[2]
  • 4Kazuya Tsurumaki directed parts of the Rebuild of Evangelion films, tying directly to the franchise's modern era.[1][4]
  • 5No release date yet, but early production suggests a debut no earlier than late 2027 or beyond.[3]

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New "Neon Genesis Evangelion" ANIME SERIES ANNOUNCED

Written by Yoko Taro

Studios: CloverWorks ...