WIT Studio Teases New Attack on Titan Project Ahead of August 20 Reveal
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
WIT Studio has teased a new Attack on Titan project arriving on August 20, featuring classic characters and sparking speculation about a potential prequel or media expansion.
Even though the anime adaptation reached its conclusion in 2023, the Survey Corps might be returning to our screens soon. WIT Studio recently posted a cryptic teaser on social media pointing toward a major Attack on Titan announcement scheduled for August 20. The studio shared a promotional visual featuring Eren, Armin, Mikasa, Levi, Hange, and Erwin alongside a short message hinting at a special dinner during a specific period. The teaser credits original author Hajime Hajime, Kodansha, and the production committee, signaling an official project rather than a fan-made venture.
The teaser catches many fans off guard because the main story wrapped up through MAPPA's handling of the final seasons and the recent compilation film titled The Last Attack. Furthermore, WIT Studio handed over the primary animation duties to MAPPA back in 2019 after producing the first 59 episodes. However, producer Tetsuya Kinoshita previously hinted that the franchise would continue through various media, including films, concerts, and game collaborations. The inclusion of characters who passed away before the final arcs also points toward a potential prequel or side story set earlier in the timeline.
As the community waits for the August 20 reveal, player discussions are already ramping up across social platforms and creator streams. Whether this turns out to be a new animated side story, a special event, or another tie-in for the upcoming gaming slate, the franchise proves that massive anime properties retain long-tail cultural power. You can read the original report over at Polygon.
Tags: Anime, Gaming Culture, Streaming, Entertainment News, Attack on Titan
Original article: Polygon