Animation studio Eight Bit (Blue Lock, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime) is branching out into grittier thematic territory. The production company has officially announced an all-new dark fantasy television project targeting a 2027 broadcast window, accompanying the reveal with an initial promotional teaser that sets an ominous, high-stakes atmosphere.
A Shift into Bleak Fantasy
Founded in 2008 by former Satelight veteran Tsutomu Kasai, Eight Bit has steadily established a reputation for balancing vivid action choreography with fluid visual effects. While the studio reached mainstream visibility through the kinetic pacing and high-contrast tension of soccer blockbuster Blue Lock, this upcoming venture pivots toward somber worldbuilding, tactical combat, and visceral confrontation.
Production details remain tightly guarded, though the project marks a significant multi-year production pipeline for the studio heading into 2027. Further disclosures regarding the principal voice cast, chief director, and source material adaptation details are expected over the coming production cycles.
