Crunchyroll Manga Adds 23 Kodansha USA Titles — Includes Shueisha's Dricam!!
Crunchyroll has announced a major catalog expansion for its Crunchyroll Manga app: starting May 18, 2026, a broad selection of Kodansha USA titles (plus one Shueisha title) will be added to the platform, giving readers access to many beloved and influential manga series. The update brings both long-running classics and modern hits into one convenient app — complete with offline reading, dark mode, and personalized recommendations — and will be included for certain subscription tiers at no extra charge.
What’s being added to Crunchyroll Manga
On May 18, 2026, Crunchyroll will integrate a number of Kodansha USA catalog titles into its Crunchyroll Manga app. The announcement also confirmed the addition of You Chiba’s Dricam!! from Shueisha on the same date. The full list of Kodansha titles being added includes:
- Attack on Titan
- Attack on Titan: Before the Fall
- BAKEMONOGATARI
- Beck
- Chihayafuru
- DAYS
- Domestic Girlfriend
- Don't Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro
- Fire Force
- Kiss Him, Not Me
- My Boss's Kitten
- Nodame Cantabile
- Parasyte
- Peach Girl
- Say, "I Love You".
- School Rumble
- The Fable
- The Seven Deadly Sins
- Tokyo Revengers
- Tsuredure Children
- Vampire Dormitory
- Watari-kun's ****** Is about to Collapse
- Your Lie in April
Subscription details: who gets access and how
Crunchyroll’s Ultimate Fan subscription tier will receive access to the expanded Crunchyroll Manga library at no additional cost. Users on the Fan and Mega Fan tiers can add the manga app for an extra fee. If you’re already an Ultimate Fan subscriber, this means instant access to dozens of added volumes and chapters without changing your plan.
How to add the app
The Crunchyroll Manga app supports mobile, tablet, and browser reading. Existing subscribers should check their Crunchyroll account dashboard for prompts to enable manga access; new users can download the app to explore subscription add-ons or sign up for the appropriate tier. For more details, visit Crunchyroll’s official site (external link, nofollow). Crunchyroll
Features you can expect in the Crunchyroll Manga app
The refreshed Crunchyroll Manga platform includes modern reading features designed to rival dedicated manga apps:
- Mobile, tablet, and browser compatibility
- Offline downloading of chapters for reading without internet
- Light and dark mode options for comfortable reading in any environment
- Full-page spreads for a true manga reading experience
- Personalized reading lists and recommendations to discover new series
Powered by Link-U Group
Crunchyroll describes the new manga offering as being “powered by Link-U Group,” a Japanese media operator behind services such as Comikey and Compass. That connection is likely aimed at improving catalog management, distribution, and reading UX across regions.
Why this catalog expansion matters
This move is notable for several reasons. First, it reunites many high-profile Kodansha titles with a widely-used global anime and manga platform, making it easier for international readers to access complete series in one place. Titles like Attack on Titan, Parasyte, and Your Lie in April represent a variety of genres and generations of readers — from classic shojo and shonen to modern seinen and romantic drama.
Second, the emphasis on modern app features (offline reading, full spreads, recommendation lists) signals that Crunchyroll aims to compete seriously in digital manga distribution, not just anime streaming. For readers who already subscribe to Crunchyroll for anime, the integration reduces friction and keeps more media consumption inside one ecosystem.
A quick history: Crunchyroll and manga
Crunchyroll first launched a manga service in October 2013, offering simulpub (simultaneous publishing) volumes from publishers including Kodansha USA Publishing to a global audience. Over the years the offering changed: some simulpub titles were removed in 2018, Kodansha withheld updates in later years, and Crunchyroll ended its initial Crunchyroll Manga service in December 2023. This 2026 catalog expansion represents a relaunch of sorts — a new chapter that attempts to learn from past distribution challenges while leveraging modern back-end partners.
What to expect on and after May 18, 2026
When the new catalog goes live on May 18, 2026, readers should expect immediate availability of listed titles within the Crunchyroll Manga app for eligible subscribers. Look for improved metadata, reading progress syncing across devices (where supported), and curated recommendation sections that surface classics and new discoveries based on what you read.
If you follow Kodansha USA announcements or want official press information, check Kodansha USA’s site for details (external link, nofollow). Kodansha USA
Tips for readers
- Update or install the Crunchyroll Manga app before May 18 to ensure you get the new content as soon as it’s published.
- If you’re on Fan or Mega Fan tiers and want manga access, compare the cost of adding the app versus upgrading to Ultimate Fan. Crunchyroll’s account page lists available options.
- Use offline downloads for commutes or travel — many of these series have dozens of volumes and are perfect for binge-reading.
- Keep an eye on curated lists and recommendations to find overlooked gems among the catalog additions.
Final thoughts
The May 18, 2026 Crunchyroll Manga update is a meaningful step toward unifying anime and manga consumption under one roof. By bringing an expansive Kodansha USA catalog (and at least one Shueisha title) to its app, Crunchyroll strengthens its digital library and gives both longtime fans and newcomers easier access to influential series. Whether you’re revisiting a favorite like Parasyte or diving into Tokyo Revengers for the first time, this expansion makes it simpler to read on the go — and it signals renewed competition in digital manga distribution that should benefit readers industry-wide.
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