Epic Guests Join the Hosts to Dive Deep into the Fighting Game Scene
Crunchyroll is cranking up the hype for EVO 2024 by bringing their hit podcast, The Anime Effect, straight to the heart of the action. This year, EVO—the world’s biggest fighting game tournament—is set to take Las Vegas by storm from August 19-21, 2024. Expect nothing less than high-stakes matches and electric vibes.
The Dynamic Trio Hits Las Vegas
Podcast hosts Nicholas Friedman, Leah President, and LeAlec Murray are packing their bags for Sin City. Their mission? To explore the deep connections between competitive fighting games, the broader gaming world, and anime culture. Don’t be surprised if they get caught up in some intense Melty Blood battles while they’re at it.
Star-Studded Lineup of Guests
Joining the podcast trio will be a roster of incredible guests from the fighting game community. We’re talking top-tier players, legendary commentators, and popular streamers—all ready to share their insights and stories. It’s going to be a who’s who of the FGC, and you won’t want to miss it.
Crunchyroll Everywhere You Look
Crunchyroll isn’t just sending their podcast crew; they’re taking over the Las Vegas Convention Center. Expect to see Crunchyroll activations all over the place, and if you can’t make it to Vegas, no worries—Twitch will be streaming the action all weekend long.
A Podcast on the Rise
Since its launch on February 16, Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect has been making waves. The inaugural episode shot to the top of the Manga and Anime charts on Apple iTunes in the U.S., Mexico, Ireland, and Belgium. If you’re behind on episodes, now’s the perfect time to catch up. Past guests have included NFL player Jamaal Williams, singers 24kGoldn and Labrinth, and actor David Dastmalchian.
Get ready, because EVO 2024 and The Anime Effect are about to collide in an epic crossover event that’s sure to be one for the books. Stay tuned, gamers!
