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This fall, a forgotten cybernetic hero awakens to face a world that has left him behind… Casshan Vol. 1 arrives September 2026

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He was forgotten for fifty years. Now he’s the only one who can save them. Nakama Press, in partnership with Tatsunoko Production, presents Casshan Vol. 1 from Detroit-born manga creator, game producer, and writer Mario B. Long and award-winning, Tokyo-based mangaka Kusanagi. Featuring the legendary Tatsunoko hero Casshan, this bold new manga inspired by the classic anime blends timeless science fiction with modern storytelling to explore identity, memory, and what it means to remain human in a world designed to forget you.

A forgotten cybernetic hero awakens with no memories and is thrust into a brutal conflict between humans, robots, and a rising new species—forcing him to confront the truth of his own creation as he fights to save two kidnapped children trapped deep below a dying wasteland.

When two girls vanish into a deadly mine run by rogue machines, a dying old man awakens Casshan—a lost cybernetic hero with no memory and a human heart buried inside metal. But underground lies more than hostages: a hidden robot refuge, a radical new species, and the truth about Casshan’s own creation. Caught between humans, robots, and a new species called Neoroiders, Casshan must confront the past he’s forgotten before the world destroys itself again!

At 180 pages, Casshan Vol. 1 reflects a deeply cross-cultural approach to storytelling, offering an accessible entry point for new manga readers while delivering layered worldbuilding and character-driven stakes for longtime fans of classic and contemporary sci-fi alike.

Casshan Vol. 1 hits shelves September 15, 2026.

Casshan Vol. 1

Gatchaman: Red Impulse is coming in April from Steve Orlando, Riccardo Robaldo, Rebecca Nalty, and Frank Cvetkovic

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When missions turn sour and silence is the only option, Red Impulse is cleared for takeoff! This spring, Eisner Award-winning writer Steve Orlando returns to Gatchaman with Gatchaman: Red Impulse, a new limited series from Mad Cave Studios, in partnership with Tatsunoko Production that centers on the Red Impulse Squadron—the pilots trusted when missions are too dangerous for anyone else!

Illustrated by Riccardo Robaldo, with colors by Rebecca Nalty, and letters by Frank Cvetkovic—Gatchaman: Red Impulse brings the franchise’s unsung heroes into focus. Issue #1 features Cover A by Robaldo and a variant cover by Ringo Award-nominated artist Colm Griffin.

Captain Kentaro Washio takes Ken the Eagle on a blistering training run, but then gets a tip that Galactor is building a weaponized “attack city” designed to lure Gatchaman in and kill them all. With Doctor Nambu unaware and no time for backup, Kentaro goes in alone…and crashes straight into Berg Katse’s trap, where even the “citizens” are killer machines. Outnumbered, grounded, and fighting with nothing but grit and a sidearm, the Captain must demolish an entire city to keep his team safe…especially the son who doesn’t know their bond. 

Gatchaman: Red Impulse #1 drops in comic shops on April 29, 2026. Final order cut-off is April 6.

A New Spin for a New Generation, All with the Same Need for Speed! Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 1 from Franco and Derek Charm starts the race April 2026

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Against all odds, Speed Racer is ready to floor it and prove he belongs in the driver’s seat! Papercutz in partnership with Tatsunoko Production, is thrilled to hit the greenlight with Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 1, an all-new original graphic novel from New York Times bestseller, multi-Eisner Award, and Harvey Award-winning creators Franco and Derek Charm. This all-new spin on the classic anime icon revs up the humor, the heart, and the horsepower for a new generation.

The best race car driver in the world has been invited to drive the most advanced artificial intelligence car in the world. Speed Racer is not that driver, and the Mach Five is not that car — but that’s not going to stop him from entering that race and winning! When the world’s richest man uses unlimited funds to build the most technologically advanced car ever and hires Racer X to run a race he created, the deck is stacked against Speed Racer! It’s not going to be an easy race, but with his secret weapons, his friends and family, Speed has a pretty good chance of getting in the race and winning — and he’s going to hedge his bet with a whole lot of candy! Come for the laughs, the hijinks, and the amazing speeds the cars reach. Go Speed Racer, GO!

Aimed at middle-grade readers (ages 7-12), Speed Racer Adventures is perfect for fans of the classic cartoon and beyond, blending humor, heart, and high-speed action in a way that parents and kids can enjoy together!

Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 1 will be available April 28, 2026, in hardcover ($17.99, ISBN 978-1-5458-2378-1) and paperback ($12.99, ISBN 978-1-5458-2379-8), available wherever books and comics are sold, as well as through Papercutz and Simon & Schuster.

Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 1

Pizza, Puns, and Power Suits—The Samurai Pizza Cats Are Back!

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Order up, nostalgia lovers (with a side of pepperoni and swords) because your favorite cybernetic cats are back on the menu! Nakama Press and Mad Cave Studios, in partnership with Tatsunoko Production, are proud to announce Samurai Pizza Cats Vol. 1! It will be a brand‑new 200‑page middle‑grade manga adaptation of the beloved ‘90s animated series from Tatsunoko and Sotsu Co. LTD., written by all-star favorite Fred Kennedy with illustrations by Lorenzo Di Santo, letters by Charles Pritchett, and the cover colored by Antonio Antro.

Welcome back to Little Tokyo, pizza lovers! And what a sizzling situation you’ve walked into! The Big Cheese is up to his stinky shenanigans again! This time, he’s using fish sticks to lull our fair city into a crispified, fish-laden catastrophe! And that’s just the first couple of pages… and let me tell you, when this kitten starts purring, there’s no telling where it’ll wind up! Rock concerts, pizza sauce, reality TV, evil spirits, hammocks, mecha-spiders, and even… Vikings! You read that right, buck-o, VIKINGS!!! So, toss on your tennis shoes and slap on a sweatband because you’re in for a wild ride with this one! Also… be sure to stretch; I don’t want you blowing out your hammies!

Samurai Pizza Cats Vol. 1 drops April 7, 2026.

Samurai Pizza Cats Vol. 1

Speed Racer: Tales from the Road speeds on to shelves this October

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He’s fast, he’s fierce, and he’s back! Mad Cave Studios and Tatsunoko Production team up to bring fans a brand-new Speed Racer series that tears off the main track and dives into the shadowy side streets of the celebrated world. 

Speed Racer: Tales from the Road #1 hits the pedal with a full-throttle 32-page Racer X story written by Mark London, making his debut in the world of licensed comics, alongside Mad Cave’s Speed Racer series writer, David Pepose. Featuring interior art by Sebastián Píriz, with colors by Rex Lokus, letters by Buddy Beaudoin, and covers from Andy Clarke, and Dan Panosian, Shane Connery Volk, and Joe Quesada—this latest batch of tales peels back the curtain on the characters that have fueled decades of fandom, starting with the most elusive of them all, Racer X! 

Speed Racer: Tales from the Road is an all-new quarterly release featuring one-shot stories that expand the universe of Speed Racer! Two destinies. One road. Only one can walk away. When Interpol sends Racer X on a mission to take down a brutal warlord known only as the Viking, a deadly chase ignites across a shadowy European city. Packed with brutal hand-to-hand combat, turbocharged vehicular mayhem, and a haunting look at the choices that forge a man, this oversized one-shot dives deep into the past of the masked driver you think you know. Also featuring a Spritle and Chim-Chim backup story where they borrow the Mach 5 for the joyride of a lifetime!

Perfect for anyone who ever wanted to know what really happens beyond the flags, Speed Racer: Tales from the Road is sure to add the nitro boost to your comic book shelf! Issue #1 speeds into comic shops on October 22, 2025. 

Get a first look at Infini-T Force Vol. 1

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A pencil, a wish, and four legendary heroes. Mad Cave Studios‘ imprint Nakama Press, Tatsunoko Production, and HERO’S INC., have unveiled a first look at the English-language release of Infini-T Force Vol. 1, a universe-spanning manga that brings together some of the most iconic warriors in anime history.

First published in Japan in 2017 to celebrate Tatsunoko Production’s 55th anniversary, Infini-T Force unites Gatchaman, Tekkaman, Casshan, and Hurricane Polimar in a nonstop collision of timelines, tech, and tenacity. Written by Ukyou Kodachi and drawn by Tatsuma Ejiri, this ten-volume epic begins its long-awaited English debut!

It all began when high school student Emi Kaido received a mysterious, wish-granting pencil. With her life on the line, Emi uses the pencil to call upon heroes for protection! Gatchaman! Tekkaman! Casshan! Polimar! These defenders of justice cross space and time to help Emi weave the greatest tale of all time!

With 256 pages of pulse-pounding action, mind-bending crossovers, and heartfelt character moments, this is the must-have release for fans of classic superhero sagas, Tatsunoko diehards, and new readers alike—this is the ultimate team-up event manga readers have waited for.

Infini-T Force Vol. 1 drops on June 3, 2025, and is now available for preorder wherever books and manga are sold—followed by Infini-T Force Vol. 2 (June 3), and Infini-T Force Vol. 3 (Aug. 5th).

Infini-T Force Vol. 1

Suit Up: The Gatchaman Universe Expands in Explosive Solo Missions!

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Building on the momentum of Gatchaman, Mad Cave Studios and Tatsunoko Production present Gatchaman: The Solo Adventures Vol. 1, collecting the high-stakes and shockingly emotional tales of The Eagle, The Swan, and The Owl as originally seen in the Gatchaman comic book one-shots, Ken: Deathmatch, Jun: Apex Heart, and Ryu: Scavengers.

Stories are written by Tommy Lee Edwards and Steve Orlando, with artwork by Mindy Lee, Nuno Plati, and Riccardo Robaldo—marking Robaldo’s debut as a comic book illustrator.

Three exciting, self-contained stories that further explore these classic heroes and expand upon the continuity of Mad Cave’s ongoing Gatchaman series!

Ken goes undercover to infiltrate an underground gambling ring where martial artists from around the globe fight to the death. There, the winners are captured and brought to a secret Galactor recruiting base. If they refuse to join, the captives are dropped in the jungle and hunted as prey for Galactor’s training program. Can anyone make it out alive?

Meanwhile, an elite squad of motorcycle-riding death bikers has successfully hijacked an armored train transporting experimental International Science Organization tech. These thieves are fast and ruthless–they carry out their orders with razor-sharp efficiency. The only thing in their way is Jun the Swan and her G-3 hover-cycle mecha.

Lastly, Ryu finds himself on a high-seas oceanic adventure to defend his harbor and its citizens from an attacking group of scavenging pirates!

Gatchaman: The Solo Adventures Vol. 1 hits shelves June 3, 2025 and is now available for preorder from Bookshop, Amazon, comic shops, and more!

Gatchaman The Solo Adventures Vol. 1

Speed Racer from David Pepose and Davide Tinto Kicks off a Larger Universe

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Drive like your legacy depends on it. Get ready, get set, Speed Racer roars into a bold new era! Mad Cave Studios and Tatsunoko Production are about to launch Speed Racer, the brand-new ongoing series and the first entry in a larger universe that will include Racer X and Speed Racer: Tales from the Road. Set in a neon-soaked future where racing isn’t just a sport—it’s survival—Speed Racer blends turbocharged action with gritty family drama and high-stakes emotion.

Written by Ringo Award-winner David Pepose and illustrated by fan-favorite Davide Tinto, colors by Rex Locus, with lettering by Buddy Beaudoin, this explosive launch centers on a fractured Racer family caught in the fast lane of the deadly Formula X Championship League—featuring a series of exciting star-studded cast of artist variant covers: Cover A by Alessio Zonno, Cover B By Sean Galloway, Cover C by Paulina Ganucheau, Cover D by Nicolette Baldari, Cover E by Sebastian Piriz, Cover F blank sketch, Cover G Retailer Incentive by Chris Batista, Cover H Retailer Incentive by Ken Niimura; plus a Mad Cave exclusive cover by Michael Cho, and a San Diego Comic-Con exclusive by Jo Chen.

Notably, at its heart, Speed Racer is a story about legacy—the one we inherit, the one we outrun, and the one we choose to build. 

An all-new interpretation of Tatsunoko Production’s classic anime, Mach GoGoGo, known to Western audiences as Speed Racer!

Speed Racer lives for the thrill of the race, but on the underground circuit, the rules are anything goes. Dodging bullets, explosions, and dirty tricks, he’s got one goal: to prove he’s the best. But when a dangerous syndicate targets his family, Speed’s greatest challenge won’t be on the track…it’ll be on the streets. With the police closing in and a masked racer lurking in the shadows, Speed is about to learn that some races can’t be won with horsepower alone.

Also included in Speed Racer #0 is a gritty backup story from Eisner-winning writer Mark Russell and artist Chris Batista, which sets the stage for Racer X, a four-issue noir miniseries launching this September.

This isn’t a reboot. It’s a reinvention—one that honors the anime/manga roots of Mach GoGoGo while charting a cinematic new course through tactical racing, espionage, legacy, and redemption. 

Whether you’re a nostalgic fan of the Mach 5 or a newcomer seeking high-octane heart, this delivers a story that’s fast, furious, and emotionally resonant. It’s a generational torch-passing done right! Set in the neon-lit chaos of Palm City, Speed Racer #0—which also includes a special Racer X back-up story—is available at comic shops everywhere this Free Comic Book Day (May 3), and will continue with Speed Racer #1 on July 30, 2025.

Madcave and Tasunoko Production announces the English-language release of Infini-T Force

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The past, present, and future of heroism collide as Mad Cave Studios’ imprint Nakama Press, in partnership with Tatsunoko Production, announces the complete English-language release of Infini-T Force! 

This action-packed manga series brings together Gatchaman, Casshan, Hurricane Polimar, and Tekkaman, some of the most iconic warriors from the legendary Tatsunoko Production universe! The series begins its thrilling ten-volume run with the first three titles: Infini-T Force Vol. 1 and Infini-T Force Vol. 2 on June 3rd, then Infini-T Force Vol. 3 on Aug. 5th. Penned by Ukyou Kodachi and illustrated by Tatsuma Ejiri, Infini-T Force was first published in Japan in 2017 for Tatsunoko Production’s 55th anniversary, as a dynamic, high-energy tribute to the studio’s incredible characters! 

Infini-T Force Vol. 1

It all began when high school student Emi Kaido received a mysterious, wish-granting pencil. With her life on the line, Emi uses the pencil to call upon heroes for protection! Gatchaman! Tekkaman! Casshan! Polimar! These defenders of justice cross space and time to help Emi weave the greatest tale of all time!

Infini-T Force Vol. 1 

Infini-T Force Vol. 2

Gatchaman! Polimar! Casshan! Tekkaman! By the unexplained power of one girl’s pencil, four heroes have been brought together to stand for justice! But where light shines, darkness is sure to follow. Prepare to encounter… Shadow Polimar!

Infini-T Force Vol. 2

Infini-T Force Vol. 3

Gatchaman! Tekkaman! Casshan! Polimar! The four heroes have begun to get used to their new home, but people are now disappearing one by one from Shibuya… including the heroes themselves! As evil looms near, will anyone remain to oppose it!?

Infini-T Force Vol. 3

Go Speed Racer, Go Speed Racer, Go Speed Racer, to comics!

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Mad Cave Studios has announced the expansion of its partnership with Tatsunoko Production. In addition to their work on Gatchaman, Mad Cave Studios is now bringing another iconic franchise to life: Speed Racer. This collaboration marks a milestone for both companies as they unite to create fresh, modern adaptations of these beloved properties.

Speed Racer (originally known as Mach GoGoGo in Japan), was created by Tatsunoko Production in 1967. It revolutionized the world of anime and global pop culture with its unique blend of high-speed racing, action-packed storylines, and dynamic characters. Over the decades, Speed Racer has maintained a loyal following, inspiring adaptations across various media, including television, film, and video games. Now, Mad Cave Studios will carry the legacy forward with new content that both honors the original series and introduces it to a new generation of fans.

Speed Racer is more than just a racing series—it’s a story of family, perseverance, and innovation, all set against the backdrop of thrilling, high-stakes competition. With its signature fast-paced excitement, memorable characters like Speed, Racer X, Trixie, and the iconic Mach 5 race car, the franchise remains a fan-favorite worldwide. Mad Cave Studios will offer long-time fans and new readers alike the opportunity to experience Speed Racer in a bold new way while maintaining the high standard of storytelling and artwork that both Mad Cave and Tatsunoko Production are known for.

Fans can look forward to immersive new stories, stunning artwork, and more that celebrate the spirit of Speed Racer. This collaboration opens up exciting opportunities for merchandising, exclusive partnerships, and events, ensuring that Speed Racer remains a staple in pop culture for years to come.

Stay tuned for announcements about release dates, sneak peeks, and opportunities to engage with the creators behind the upcoming Speed Racer stories.

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