Bandai Namco Nexus’ life simulation video game THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS started its service for PC in Japan on April 24, 2018. To celebrate the sixth anniversary, THE iDOLM@STER franchise’s official YouTube channel released a commemorative video to introduce its idols and to look back at their history. According to the announcement from Bandai Namco Entertainment on Dengeki Online in September 2023, the total number of playing users had exceeded six million.
In addition to the first key visual posted (below), the second key visual for the sixth anniversary was released on the game’s official Twitter account.
THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS first key visual
THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS second key visual
The first season of the TV anime series inspired by the game premiered in Japan on April 6, 2024, and its first three episodes are now streaming on Crunchyroll for members in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and CIS. The second season is slated for fall 2024.Crunchyroll describes the series:
Hands clasped, hearts alight, our idols take flight! Watch as our wannabe idols band together to forge friendships and pursue their dreams, each with their own unique personalities that light up the screen just as much as the breathtaking visuals and novel storytelling. Embark on a dazzling and heartwarming tale about chasing a shining world.
Sources: “THE iDOLM@STER official YouTube channel, “THE iDOLM@STER Shiny Colors” official Twitter©Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
