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Deception is the Name of the Game in New 'Liar Game' Anime


Madhouse to Animate High
  • Stakes Psychological Thriller


The highly anticipated Liar Game TV anime adaptation has officially received a new trailer and a confirmed release window. The series, based on Shinobu Kaitani's acclaimed manga, is scheduled to premiere in April 2026.


A Battle of Wits and Deception


Liar Game centers on Nao Kanzaki, a profoundly honest and naive college student who is thrust into a dangerous tournament. Participants are forced to borrow immense sums of money and must use lies and psychological manipulation to bankrupt their opponents and win the game.


To survive, Nao forms an unlikely alliance with a master conman, creating a formidable duo that must outsmart their cunning rivals.


Studio Madhouse at the Helm


The animation for this intense psychological thriller will be handled by the renowned studio Madhouse. Known for classics like "Death Note" and "One

  • Punch Man," the studio's expertise in crafting suspenseful narratives makes it a perfect fit for the mind-bending tension of Liar Game.


  • What to Expect from the Anime


    Fans can look forward to a story that explores complex themes of trust and morality through high

  • stakes games. The plot is defined by its intricate strategies and unexpected twists.



    • Intense Psychological Battles: The core of the series is the cerebral duel between characters.

    • Unlikely Partnership: The dynamic between the innocent Nao and the cynical conman drives the narrative.

    • High
    • Stakes Competition: Every game has severe financial and psychological consequences.


    With the April 2026 release date set, anticipation is building for one of the most intriguing anime adaptations on the horizon.