Cyberpunk Dreams Come True! Shirow Masamune's APPLESEED Gets a Massive Deluxe Rerelease from Dark Horse!

Hold onto your cybernetics, Noon Anime readers, because we've got some absolutely legendary news! The masters of manga releases, Dark Horse Comics, have just announced they're giving the deluxe treatment to one of the most foundational series in cyberpunk history: Masamune Shirow's Appleseed! That's right, the iconic adventures of Deunan Knute and Briareos Hecatonchires in the utopian city of Olympus are coming back in a huge way.

So, what does this 'deluxe' treatment entail? The main event is the Appleseed Deluxe Edition, a gorgeous collection that will compile the entire original saga—that's books 1 through 4—into one must-have volume. Imagine having the complete classic story, from its action-packed beginnings to its thought-provoking conclusion, all in a premium format worthy of your shelf. This is the definitive way to experience a true masterpiece of the genre!

And the Shirow Masamune celebration doesn't stop there! Alongside the main series, Dark Horse is also releasing deluxe editions of the Appleseed Companion and a Shirow Masamune Anthology. For fans of the legendary creator behind Ghost in the Shell, this is an absolute treasure trove. It's a fantastic opportunity for longtime fans to upgrade their collection and for a new generation to discover the intricate world-building and stunning mecha designs that made Shirow a legend. Start clearing your shelf space now, because this is one release you won't want to miss!