Overview

• Steel Ball Run, the seventh part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, has been officially announced at the JOJODay 2025 event, marking a major reboot with a new universe and characters.
• Fans and industry observers urge Netflix to adopt a weekly release schedule, citing the fragmented fan engagement caused by Stone Ocean’s delayed episodic drops.
• Animating the trans-American horse race, a central element of Steel Ball Run, presents significant technical challenges due to the complexity of horse movement.
• Concerns have been raised about the potential use of AI for animating horses, which could compromise the artistic quality of the adaptation.
• David Production, known for its detailed animation, faces heightened expectations to deliver high-quality visuals for this anticipated installment.