The popular webcomic Let’s Play is officially getting an anime adaptation, and fans are buzzing with excitement. An English-subtitled trailer has dropped, revealing key cast and staff details, along with a premiere window in 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about this highly anticipated series.
What is ‘Let’s Play’ About?
Let’s Play is a romantic comedy comic series created by Leeanne M. Krecic, known to fans as Mongie. It was originally published digitally on Webtoon from 2016 to 2022. The story revolves around Sam Young, a passionate young woman striving to make her mark in the video game development world.
Webtoon describes the plot as: “She’s young, single and about to achieve her dream of creating incredible videogames. But then life throws her a one-two punch: a popular streamer gives her first game a scathing review. Even worse she finds out that same troublesome critic is now her new neighbor! A funny, sexy and all-too-real story about gaming, memes and social anxiety. Come for the plot, stay for the doggo.”
The comic has garnered a massive following, boasting over 7.5 million subscribers globally on Webtoon. It was even nominated for an Eisner Award in 2019, a testament to its quality and appeal.
Anime Adaptation: What We Know So Far
Production Studio
The anime adaptation is being produced by OLM (Oriental Light and Magic), a well-known Japanese animation studio. OLM is famous for its work on iconic series such as:
- Pokémon (various anime series, films, and video anime)
- Yo-kai Watch (TV anime and films)
- Komi Can’t Communicate
- Odd Taxi
- Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro 2nd Attack
Key Staff
The Let’s Play anime is being brought to life by a talented team:
- Director: Daiki Tomiyasu (known for his work on Pokémon Sun & Moon)
- Series Composition: Aya Matsui (known for Marmalade Boy)
- Character Design Concept: Ebimo
Cast
The initial cast member has been revealed:
- Kana Hanazawa as Sam Young (renowned voice actress known for roles such as Mitsuri Kanroji in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba)
Premiere Date
The Let’s Play anime is slated to premiere in 2025. While a specific release date hasn’t been announced, fans can anticipate its arrival sometime next year. The anime will also host a special panel at Anime Expo 2025 on July 3, featuring the world premiere of the first episode.
Streaming Platform
Crunchyroll has announced that it will stream the anime adaptation of Let’s Play when it premieres in 2025.
Story and Themes
Let’s Play explores a variety of relatable themes, including:
- The challenges of pursuing your dreams: Sam’s journey as an aspiring game developer is filled with obstacles, from harsh criticism to navigating the competitive gaming industry.
- Social anxiety: Sam’s struggles with social anxiety resonate with many viewers, making her a relatable and sympathetic character.
- The complexities of relationships: The series delves into the ups and downs of both romantic and platonic relationships, showcasing the awkwardness, humor, and heartfelt moments that come with them.
- Gaming culture: Let’s Play satirizes and celebrates gaming culture, touching on memes, online communities, and the often male-dominated gaming industry.
Where to Read the Webcomic
While Let’s Play is no longer being updated on Webtoon due to platform issues, the comic is set to return in fall 2025 on a new platform, which is yet to be announced. In the meantime, Rocketship Entertainment continues to publish the comic in English. The third collected volume was released on June 27.
From Webtoon to Anime: A Promising Adaptation
The anime adaptation of Let’s Play is a significant development for fans of the webcomic. With a talented production team at OLM and a captivating storyline, the series has the potential to reach an even wider audience. The announcement of Kana Hanazawa as the voice of Sam Young has further fueled excitement, as she is a highly respected and popular voice actress.
As fans eagerly await the premiere in 2025, the newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the world of Let’s Play, showcasing the humor, romance, and relatable characters that have made the webcomic a success. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of gaming, memes, and social anxiety when Let’s Play hits the screen!
