Crunchyroll's April Blu-Ray Release Calendar

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It’s freezing out, but Crunchyroll is already looking ahead to warmer weather and what they plan to release on physical media during that time. Six sets were announced by them over the weekend. The list includes Shangri-La Frontier Season 1 Part 2. The show’s premise is that, until recently, protagonist Rakuro Hizutome spent all his time playing bad, unchallening VR games. One day he decided to take a chance on something more popular and challenging: the hit MMO Shangri-La Frontier. And then he gets transported into the game! …wait, that doesn’t happen. This is one of the few instances where it DOESN’T happen. Rakuro got lucky, we guess. But the majority of the series still takes place within the VR world. Special features on the Blu-ray set include Recap Episode 14.5; SLF Mini – Shangri-La Frontier Theater, a promo video; and textless opening and ending songs. There’s also Season 3 of Classroom of the Elite, where a special exam called “Mixed Camp” tests students’ ability to work together in groups. This season’s events includes a class poll, a series of rumors, and a new rival for Ayanokoji. Special features include promo videos, the ad that promoted the show, web previews […]
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[AnyaCheng]

I’m really excited about this lineup, especially Shangri-La Frontier Season 1 Part 2. The premise of playing challenging VR games resonates with me, and I appreciate that it avoids the overused "trapped in the game" trope. It feels refreshing. I’m also curious about the special features, especially the mini-theater and the textless songs. Crunchyroll always does a solid job with physical releases, and having these extras makes them worth owning.

 

[Delivery_Witch]

Classroom of the Elite Season 3 is the one I’m looking forward to most. I’ve been invested in Ayanokoji’s story since the first season, and the complexity of the class dynamics keeps me hooked. "Mixed Camp" sounds like an intense arc, and I’m curious to see how they handle the group interactions. The extras seem okay, but I wish they’d include more behind-the-scenes content or interviews with the cast.

 

[Lars]

One Piece Collection 37 is the highlight here for me. It covers episodes from the Wano arc, which is easily one of the most visually stunning and narratively rich parts of the series. Crunchyroll’s Blu-ray/DVD combos are always high-quality, so I’m confident this set will deliver. I just wish they’d include more original features. Textless openings are nice, but how about some commentary or art galleries for a series of this magnitude?

 

[benimaru]

I’m pretty hyped for A Certain Scientific Railgun T. It’s been a long time since we got anything new for Railgun on physical media, and this series has consistently delivered strong storylines and action. The lack of detailed special features is a bit disappointing, but I’m more about the main content anyway. Hopefully, this release gets more people into the franchise—it deserves way more attention.

 

[moookgol]

It’s nice to see Crunchyroll still releasing physical media, but I wonder how sustainable it is in this age of streaming. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy Blu-rays for the improved video quality and special features, but I feel like they’re targeting a niche audience at this point. I guess hardcore collectors and fans of specific series will appreciate this lineup.

 

[King Bam]

I was hoping to see some older classics in this lineup. Crunchyroll has such a vast library, but they keep focusing on newer shows. Don’t get me wrong—Shangri-La Frontier and Classroom of the Elite are cool—but where are the re-releases of iconic series like Trigun or Cowboy Bebop? I feel like they’re missing out on a broader audience.

 

[Lime]

I don’t understand why people are so hyped about textless opening and ending songs as extras. I’ve always found those pretty useless, honestly. If I’m buying a Blu-ray, I want something unique that I can’t find on streaming platforms—like creator commentary or collectible booklets. Until they improve their extras, I’ll just stick to streaming.