The official website for the NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE anime adaptation has revealed a brand-new trailer, showcasing the series' opening theme song and introducing a new character to the cast. The upcoming TV anime, based on the popular visual novel game originally released in the West as Needy Streamer Overload, continues to build anticipation ahead of its broadcast.
The latest trailer previews the opening theme song INTERNET ANGEL, performed by Choten-chan, with composition by Aiobahn +81 and lyrics by nyalra. The footage highlights the chaotic and intense daily life of the central character, OMGkawaiiAngel (often referred to as KAngel), as she pursues her dream of becoming the top "Internet Angel" streamer. Alongside this musical introduction, the trailer introduces a new character named Kache, who joins the cast voiced by Anna Nagase.
The anime is directed by Masaoki Nakashima at Yostar Pictures, with character designs handled by Kenji Saikai, Akari Takei, and Kaito Shimizu. The music team includes contributions from Aiobahn +81, Sasuke Haraguchi, and DÉ DÉ MOUSE, while the original story comes from nyalra and original character designs from Ohisashiburi.
Additional key staff members for the production include:
Art Director: Ryuta Hayashi
3DCG Artists: Kaoru Marumoto, Yume Sakai, Daisuke Katano
Color Designer: Naoto Kondo
3DCG Production: CHOTOTU
Special Skill Design: Tailor Animation
Editors: Keisuke Yanagi, ACE
Director of Photography: Wu Jiann-horng
Sound Director: Fumiyuki Go
Sound Effects: Rei Ueno
Sound Production: Bit grooove promotion
Production Supervision: Ryosuke Inagaki
The adaptation brings to life the unique and often dark themes of the source material, which has garnered significant attention since its debut, amassing millions of downloads and hundreds of millions of streams for its associated music tracks.
What is NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD about?
NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE (released in the West as Needy Streamer Overload) was first launched for Windows and MacOS on January 21, 2022. It later expanded to Nintendo Switch on October 27 of the same year, before making its way to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on January 20, 2025.
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD is a “multi-ending ADV” depicting daily life with “OMGkawaiiAngel”, a young girl with a rather extreme need for approval attempting to become the #1 “Internet Angel” (streamer). Gradually build up OMGkawaiiAngel’s number of followers as she spends her days streaming, using various ”stress relievers”, and generally being kinda messed up. Experience all the different crazy ups and downs and find out for yourself whether this story is even capable of having a happy ending.
The NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE anime is set to premiere in April 2026, promising to translate the game's distinctive style and narrative into animated form. With its mix of vibrant visuals, intense emotional stakes, and a soundtrack that has already proven popular, the series is shaping up to be a notable addition to the upcoming anime lineup. Further details, including additional cast announcements and promotional materials, are expected from the official anime website as the broadcast date approaches.
Sources: Official website of NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE, Aniplex YouTube channel
