Yoko Taro, renowned for his work on the NieR and Drakengard series, is set to write a new Evangelion series as part of the 30th anniversary celebration. The announcement was made on the official Evangelion website, featuring a credits page that includes directors Kazuya Tsurumaki and Toru Yatabe, along with composer Keiichi Okabe. While the plot remains under wraps, this series follows the conclusion provided by the recent film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time. As Taro has cited Neon Genesis Evangelion as a major influence on NieR Automata, fans are curious whether the beloved character Shinji Ikari will feature again or if a fresh perspective will be explored.

What can fans expect from this new Evangelion series?

Fans can anticipate a blend of Yoko Taro's distinctive storytelling and the rich thematic elements of the Evangelion universe. However, whether the series will continue Shinji's story or introduce new concepts is still unclear, leading to much speculation within the community.

The Evangelion franchise, created by Hideaki Anno, has been a groundbreaking series in the anime world since its inception in the mid-90s. It has left an indelible mark on both pop culture and the psychological landscape of storytelling in anime. The combination of Taro's narrative style with Evangelion's complex themes could lead to an innovative take that resonates with long-time fans and newcomers alike.