One-Punch Man Creator’s New Series Finally Comes to the U.S.

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Work on fresh manga content by ONE is underway, and it’s been announced that this content will reach English-speaking audiences globally through Viz Media. Despite the relatively modest hype surrounding the “Bug Ego” manga, it could be another successful addition to the repertoire of the writer known for the action-packed “One-Punch Man” and the coming-of-age story “Mob Psycho 100.” The English translation will undoubtedly boost the series’ fanbase. As fans of “One-Punch Man” eagerly await Season 3, 2025 looks set to be a remarkable year for ONE and his expanding collection of renowned works.

At the recent concluding event by Viz Media, they unveiled the upcoming slate of titles for Spring 2025, which proved to be an engaging gathering. Notable works such as “Ichi the Witch,” “Centuria,” and others were confirmed to have English editions, with “Dragon Quest DAI” set to continue, and a new “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure” spin-off obtaining a license. The event’s first announcement was particularly thrilling, and the unveiling of ONE’s latest manga, co-authored by him and illustrated by Kiyoto Shitara titled “Bug Ego,” garnered significant attention. The initial volume of this highly anticipated series is scheduled for release in Spring 2026. One of the event’s most memorable moments was the positive reception given to ONE’s new manga, which was long-awaited by fans.

Announcement: Introducing a brand-new series from the mind behind One-Punch Man and Mob Psycho 100! Two young individuals discover methods to manipulate reality, but a single mistake can lead to disastrous consequences! titled “Bug Ego,” Vol. 1, co-written by ONE and illustrated by Kiyoto Shitara, will be available Spring 2026.

— VIZ Media (@VIZMedia) June 6, 2025

Bug Ego Finally Gets an English Release

At a fresh start in a new school, Makoto Hitsujiya encounters the peculiar Takehiro Kokudou who introduces him to “anomalies” – unusual occurrences triggered by specific sequences of actions. For instance, these anomalies can cause bird droppings to appear from vending machines or grant temporary superhuman strength. As they develop a friendship, they learn to manipulate these peculiar laws for their benefit and excitement. However, when Hitsujiya discovers an extremely strange anomaly with the potential to alter his destiny, his fascination with these oddities deepens, leading him down a potentially perilous path.

By the way, “Bug Ego” is ONE’s SECOND ongoing manga series, the first being “Versus“, which received a Kodansha Manga Award in the shonen category. The plot of “Bug Ego” is particularly captivating and may be ONE’s best work to date. Kiyoto Shitara’s art complements ONE’s writing beautifully, and this new collaboration could lead to a hidden gem and one of the top manga releases in recent years. With only 9 chapters available on Manga Plus, there’s never been a better moment to jump on board.

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2025-06-06 23:39