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Watching Neon Genesis Evangelion was a really unique experience. It completely changed what I expected from giant robot anime. Instead of focusing on cool robots and battles, it delved deep into the characters’ feelings, their mental health struggles, and how past trauma affects them. The ending was definitely strange and confusing for some, but it didn’t diminish the series’ impact. It’s now considered a classic, and I can see why it inspired so many creators. You can really see its influence in shows like Serial Experiments Lain and Gurren Lagann, and even in Western animation like Rick and Morty and Steven Universe. It’s clear Anno’s work left a lasting mark.

Even though it first appeared on screen in 1995, Evangelion remains one of the most beloved and impactful anime series of all time. Thirty years later, Hideaki Anno’s thought-provoking show about giant robots is still inspiring exciting new collaborations and projects, keeping its legacy strong.

Here’s a full rundown of the update from our previous coverage: 

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Kuro Games’ action RPG is delivering on its promise of collaboration-themed vehicle designs. Players can now enjoy liveries for the Expedition Motorbike inspired by popular franchises like Resident Evil, PRAGMATA, and even Angry Birds.

GU is heading back to Tokyo-3 with a brand new Neon Genesis Evangelion collaboration.

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Alongside many other updates, a new Alliance Raid was announced for update 8.0, and it’s a really exciting collaboration with the classic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion. Called “Ghosts of Desire,” the raid will feature Eva Unit-01 and music from the show, based on a recent trailer. While details are scarce, I’m confident we’ll see outfits inspired by the characters Rei and Asuka.

A major highlight of the event was the announcement of a new series of alliance raids based on Neon Genesis Evangelion. These raids will be available with the Evercold content update, which isn’t expected until January 2027 at the earliest. What makes this collaboration so remarkable is its size and the fact that Square Enix doesn’t own the Evangelion intellectual property. This also creates a slightly awkward situation for content creators and streamers.

Hatsune Miku is known for her surprising collaborations. The virtual singer has partnered with a wide range of companies, including traditional Japanese knife artisans, spicy hot sauce brands, and even inspired the creation of a custom gaming computer.