Announcement of the production of GANTZ:O, an anime film adaptation of the 'Osaka Arc' from the GANTZ manga.
Official release of the GANTZ:O movie in Japan, an anime sci-fi action film directed by Yasushi Kawamura using fully 3DCG animation.
GANTZ:O is released internationally through various streaming platforms and DVD/Blu-ray formats, making it accessible to a broader audience outside Japan.
Kei Kurono gets hit by a truck and dies, only to be mysteriously resurrected by the Gantz sphere.
Kei Kurono awakens in a room with other recently deceased participants and learns about the game Gantz and its deadly missions.
The team is transported to Osaka where they face off against the monstrous Oni suit wearing aliens in a deadly battle.
Kei Kurono and the team engage in an intense battle against the Oni aliens attacking Osaka citizens.
Kato, a strong and respected member of the Gantz team, appears to assist in the mission.
The team successfully defeats the massive Oni alien after a fierce confrontation in Osaka’s streets.
Survivors receive points from the Gantz sphere that can be used to buy weapons or revive fallen teammates.
On realizing the stakes, Kurono commits to fighting the aliens to survive and help others.