Studio 3Hz has officially transferred its animation planning and production business to A-1 Pictures. This move was announced on Monday, with Studio 3Hz confirming that its business operations will now continue at A-1 Pictures.
The staff working on the upcoming anime, Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II, will remain the same and continue their work at A-1 Pictures. The highly anticipated anime is set to premiere in October, much to the excitement of fans.
Founded by Yuichiro Matsuka in 2013 after departing from Kinema Citrus, Studio 3Hz has contributed to the creation of a variety of popular anime series. Some of their works include Princess Principal, Flip Flappers, Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online, BLACKFOX, Chidori RSC, Dimension W, The Devil Is a Part-Timer!! TV 2 and TV 3, Healer Girl, Celestial Method, The Marginal Service, A3! Season Autumn & Winter, and A3! Season Spring & Summer.
Additionally, Studio 3Hz has produced captivating opening animations for well-known games such as Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III, and Tokyo Xanadu.
It is important to note that the founder of Studio 3Hz is Yuichiro Matsuka, who has played a significant role in the success and growth of the studio.
This transfer of business to A-1 Pictures marks an exciting new chapter for Studio 3Hz and the team behind Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II. Fans can look forward to the same level of quality and creativity in the upcoming anime series, under the new production setup.
With this strategic move, Studio 3Hz aims to continue delivering top-notch animation content and engaging storytelling to its audience. The collaboration with A-1 Pictures is set to bring fresh opportunities and possibilities for both studios, showcasing the best of their talents and expertise in the world of anime production.
