BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! 5th Anniversary Animation -CiRCLE THANKS PARTY!-

The BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! 5th Anniversary Animation, titled CiRCLE THANKS PARTY!, was released in 2022 to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the popular mobile rhythm game. Produced by the studio SANZIGEN, which had become synonymous with the franchise's 3D animation style, the special was designed to celebrate the community and the shared history of the game's diverse cast of bands. It served as a narrative bridge, bringing together characters from across the various musical units for an event held at the iconic CiRCLE live house, reflecting the game's core theme of musical connection and friendship.

The animation was crafted to honor the signature aesthetic established throughout the franchise's multi-media run, focusing on high-energy concert sequences and character-driven interactions that resonated with the fanbase. By utilizing SANZIGEN’s proficiency in cel-shaded 3D animation, the special maintained visual continuity with the game’s cutscenes and the series’ previous animated seasons. Upon its release, it was received as a heartfelt homage to the longevity of the game, highlighting the growth of the characters and the bond between the players and the fictional bands they support.