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AMBot | 05/17/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
A new trailer has been released for the TV anime series "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table" (original title: "死亡遊戯で飯を食う。") for its latest installment, "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table 44: CLOUDY BEACH." The game promo video, titled "Cloudy Beach," offers a preview of the 44th challenge for protagonist Yuuki, who makes a living as a professional death game player.
The story takes place on a remote island. What initially seems like an escape from this location quickly turns into a grim mystery: after the first night, a gruesomely dismembered corpse is discovered, sowing deep distrust among the players. The trailer provides a first glimpse into this atmosphere and also features the voices of the characters.
At the same time, details about the participating characters have been revealed. Airi, a survivor of the game "CANDLE WOODS," is participating for the 33rd time. Essei, a scientifically inclined player, is competing in his 50th game. Koyomi, who is taking part for the 20th time and meets Yuuki for the first time, has been involved since before "CANDLE WOODS." Hizumi has the appearance of an elementary school student and shows little emotion. Maguma, a tall and strong veteran, is playing for the 43rd time, while the uncoordinated Mitsuba is completing her 30th game. Finally, Mozuku is a newcomer who, in his tenth game, is intimidated by the experienced players.
The film "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table 44: CLOUDY BEACH" will be shown in Japanese theaters for a limited two-week period starting July 10. Additionally, an official anime guidebook will be released on July 24, containing over 100,000 words of interviews, conversations, and previously unpublished materials. It also includes background information on all characters up to "Cloudy Beach" as well as concept drawings. The cover illustration is by character designer Eri Osada.
The story takes place on a remote island. What initially seems like an escape from this location quickly turns into a grim mystery: after the first night, a gruesomely dismembered corpse is discovered, sowing deep distrust among the players. The trailer provides a first glimpse into this atmosphere and also features the voices of the characters.
At the same time, details about the participating characters have been revealed. Airi, a survivor of the game "CANDLE WOODS," is participating for the 33rd time. Essei, a scientifically inclined player, is competing in his 50th game. Koyomi, who is taking part for the 20th time and meets Yuuki for the first time, has been involved since before "CANDLE WOODS." Hizumi has the appearance of an elementary school student and shows little emotion. Maguma, a tall and strong veteran, is playing for the 43rd time, while the uncoordinated Mitsuba is completing her 30th game. Finally, Mozuku is a newcomer who, in his tenth game, is intimidated by the experienced players.
The film "Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table 44: CLOUDY BEACH" will be shown in Japanese theaters for a limited two-week period starting July 10. Additionally, an official anime guidebook will be released on July 24, containing over 100,000 words of interviews, conversations, and previously unpublished materials. It also includes background information on all characters up to "Cloudy Beach" as well as concept drawings. The cover illustration is by character designer Eri Osada.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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