Sekiro Anime Rumors Gain Credibility as New Domain Suggests "Sekiro-Anime"

New Domain Suggests Possible Sekiro Anime Adaptation

A new domain, "Sekiro-Anime.jp," has been registered by Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware. This development has sparked renewed interest in the possibility of an anime adaptation for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a game that has long been rumored to be getting such a treatment.

The domain was first brought to attention by user vestan on Resetera, and later shared by Wario64. However, the website currently leads to a dead page, displaying a Japanese error message that translates to: “The page you are looking for cannot be found. The page you are looking for may have been moved or deleted. The server may not be accessible due to a temporary problem. Please try again later.” While this doesn’t provide much information about the potential anime, it does confirm that Kadokawa is actively working on something related to Sekiro.

EuroDNS records show that the domain was filed under Kadokawa Corporation with a registration date of July 31, 2025, and an expiration date of July 31, 2026. The details listed appear legitimate, adding credibility to the rumor. Additionally, there are placeholder regional variants of the domain, which further suggests that the project is in the early stages of planning.

This isn't the first sign that an Sekiro anime might be in the works. Since May 2023, reliable sources have suggested that the game could receive an anime adaptation. These rumors were bolstered when a similar claim was made about Ghost of Tsushima, another Sony-owned title. That prediction came true when the Ghost of Tsushima anime was officially announced in January 2025, produced by Aniplex and PlayStation Productions.

FromSoftware has shown openness to multimedia adaptations. In May 2025, a live-action Elden Ring movie was confirmed, following years of speculation. This aligns with broader industry trends, where video games are increasingly being adapted into other forms of media.

Sony's investment in Kadokawa also plays a role in these developments. In October 2022, Sony became the largest shareholder in Kadokawa, increasing its stake to 10%. This move followed earlier speculation about a potential full acquisition, though that never materialized. Despite this, Sony continues to support Kadokawa’s projects, including those involving FromSoftware.

FromSoftware’s recent announcement of The Duskbloods as an exclusive for Nintendo’s Switch 2 highlights the studio’s expanding reach across platforms. However, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice remains a PlayStation exclusive, and its potential anime adaptation could further strengthen the relationship between the two companies.

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice follows a lone shinobi warrior navigating a fictionalized version of Sengoku-era Japan. The game received positive reviews for its combat mechanics, immersive world, and challenging boss battles. While it is not heavily story-driven, it offers ample material for an anime adaptation, either as a direct retelling or as an original story set in the same universe, similar to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.

With Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 recently announced, 2025 looks to be a strong year for anime adaptations of video games. Netflix subscribers have shown immense interest in anime, with over 4.4 billion hours watched in 2025 alone. A classic show even topped the charts, surpassing popular titles like Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer.

As the gaming and anime industries continue to intersect, the possibility of an Sekiro anime adaptation becomes more tangible. Whether it will come to fruition remains to be seen, but the evidence so far suggests that Kadokawa and FromSoftware are exploring new ways to expand the Sekiro universe beyond the realm of video games.