Recently, there has been news that we are going to get a new Godzilla anime, and this popular franchise is entering the world of anime. It has been confirmed by Toho Animation that the series is already under production. Usually, the premise for these kinds of franchises has followed a similar format of humanity facing against Godzilla, but now this new project is introducing a new concept.In the new Godzilla anime, a boy possesses the power of this iconic beast. This unique storyline was first introduced during the Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2025, where TOHO got space to showcase the concept art. It was widely well-received as the image depicts a young boy with glowing blue energy radiating from within.This kind of detailed imagery is immediately reminiscent of atomic breath buildup. And to build onto the hype, the teaser line from TOHO for this new Godzilla anime instantly ignited speculation: “Is that boy human, or Godzilla?” According to TOHO Animation's Chief Godzilla Officer Keiji Ota, this concept is not just unusual; rather, it’s unprecedented.Godzilla monster as seen in moviesFrom the time this monster was introduced in cinemas and other entertainment media, it has always been shown as a destructive force, misunderstood guardian, or a living natural disaster that was never supposed to exist in the first place. Now, while taking the original concept, the creators are adding their flair to it by positioning a human, especially a child, as the vessel of Godzilla’s power.Ota continued to describe the Godzilla anime project as one meant to “portray both the fear and hope of the modern era,” hinting that the new hero’s dual nature may reflect themes of responsibility, identity, and the overwhelming burden of power. Since this news has been released, fans have not wasted time as they have already begun drawing comparisons to series like Devilman Crybaby, Kaiju No. 8, and even Western titles.A collaboration between Orange and IGLOO STUDIOWe also know that the Godzilla anime is co-produced by Orange, the studio known for Godzilla Singular Point and its cutting-edge CG animation, and IGLOO STUDIO, the Thai team behind Netflix’s My Daemon. This collaboration is making fans have high expectations for this series. Many of them feel that this series is going to be battle-heavy, and the animation studio will have a blend of stylized and realistic animation that could redefine what Godzilla anime looks like.Fans of Singular Point praised Orange for its inventive visual direction and scientific lore. Meanwhile, IGLOO STUDIO has been celebrated for emotional storytelling and vibrant character animation. As both of them are working together, it is inevitable for fans to believe that the end product is going to be worth watching.What we know so far about Godzilla anime: Plot, release window, and speculationChibi Godzilla as seen in anime formatWhile TOHO has not yet revealed the official title, cast, or exact release date, industry chatter and seasonal schedules point toward a mid-2026 release window. The concept art for this Godzilla anime implies a modern setting, and the boy’s design is being described by fans as a blend of “Deku” and Jujutsu sorcerer aesthetics. It is suggesting a coming-of-age story layered with immense stakes.Although there are a few traditionalists who voiced concern, calling it a risky deviation from Godzilla’s divine, untouchable nature. To them, giving “Godzilla power” to a human feels like bringing a god down to earth. In the end, we will just have to wait for the anime to be released, as one thing is certain that this new Godzilla anime is set to ignite the fandom when it arrives.