The official website for HYPNOSISMIC -Division Rap Battle- has released a new trailer for its first interactive anime film, MIC AS ONE. The trailer celebrates the film’s box office success in Japan, where it has surpassed 1.5 billion yen in revenue.
The release also builds anticipation for the upcoming MIC AS ONE music collection album, which compiles all the tracks featured in the film. The album is set to launch in Japan on June 11, 2025.
Film Staff:
- Director: Takanori Tsujimoto
- Screenwriter: Yuichiro Momose
- Character Designer: Kazui
- Animation Studio: Polygon Pictures
MIC AS ONE introduces a new level of interactivity for fans, allowing viewers to influence the storyline through their choices—an innovation in the Hypnosis Mic universe, known for its music-driven storytelling.
About the Franchise:
The anime’s first season, produced by A-1 Pictures and directed by Katsumi Ono, premiered in October 2020. The series, along with its 2023 sequel, is available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
Crunchyroll describes the story as follows:
“Legendary rap group The Dirty Dawg once had the power to shake Japan’s music scene, but internal conflicts led to their breakup. Now, each member leads one of four rival groups that clash in rap battles for control over their territories. Using the Hypnosis Mic—a special microphone that can influence the human psyche—these battles are more than just lyrical showdowns; they’re psychological warfare.”
The franchise continues to blend music, action, and character drama, and MIC AS ONE looks to expand that experience in an exciting new direction.
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