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JAVITS CENTER | NEW YORK CITY, NY | 2025

ANIME NYC 2025 MULTIPROGRAM ACTIVATIONS

Live Activation Staffing & Support

Powered by People: Expert Staffing Delivers Four Premier Activations


THE CHALLENGE

Troves of eclectic anime fans streamed through Anime NYC 2025, seeking interactive content, exclusive experiences, and immersive fandom connections. Each of the four activations—led by different IPs—had unique goals.

OUR SOLUTION

Play Interactive partnered with Thirty Three and Monsters We Make to provide the staffing, operations, and on-site expertise that brought each activation to life. Our team of trained staff and supervisors ensured that every booth not only ran smoothly but also delivered a consistent, fan-first experience across all four properties.

PARTNERS

Thirty Three, Monsters We Make

ACTIVATION HIGHLIGHTS

1

Kaiju No. 8 Game

Capture pre-launch excitement with hands-on demo experiences.

  • Staff ran demo stations and guided gameplay

  • Operated photo-op booth with collectible ID cards

  • Coordinated exclusive giveaways for participants

Manga Mirai

2

  • Operated can badge activities & prize flow

  • Oversaw gacha game and giveaways

  • Supported sign-ups, surveys & photo-ops and manga reading area

Showcase a manga-centric innovation platform with creative flair.

3

N Lite

Engaging fans through giveaways, retail, and guest signings.

  • Managed retail sales during the event

  • Conducted giveaway distribution throughout the booth

  • Supported guest autograph signings for fans

Monsters We Make

4

  • Managed retail sales throughout event

  • Conducted daily giveaways for high demand items

  • Facilitated meet-and-greets + photo moments

Promote an original IP with memorable physical and experimental elements.

THE RESULTS


Play Interactive powered four standout activations with expert staffing and seamless execution, driving thousands of fan interactions. Across all activations, Play Interactive ensured high throughput, smooth logistics, and energized engagement — reinforcing each brand’s presence while elevating the overall Anime NYC fan experience.

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