JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Part 7 – Steel Ball Run Vol. 4 English Release Date Announced

Fans of Hirohiko Araki’s legendary manga rejoice: VIZ Media has officially announced the release date for the English edition of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Part 7 – Steel Ball Run, Vol. 4. The much-anticipated volume will arrive on November 25, 2025, offering both a hardcover deluxe edition and a digital version. Pre-orders are now available at major retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble, making it easy for fans to secure their copy in advance.

Cover Reveal Creates Buzz on Social Media

The announcement was accompanied by a vibrant reveal of the Volume 4 cover art, shared directly by VIZ Media on X (formerly Twitter). The deluxe edition boasts high-quality hardcover binding and includes several color pages—a treat for collectors and longtime JoJo enthusiasts. The cover art reflects the arc’s adventurous, wild-west spirit, featuring central characters Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli astride their horses.

“Cover reveal! 🐴 JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Part 7–Steel Ball Run, Vol. 4 releases November 25, 2025. Pre-order now.” — VIZ Media (@VIZMedia)
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An Epic Story Set in a New Universe

Steel Ball Run is the seventh major arc in the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise, but it acts as a complete reboot and resets the continuity, establishing a new timeline set in 1890s America. The story follows Johnny Joestar, a once-celebrated jockey who has lost the use of his legs, and Gyro Zeppeli, a mysterious executioner with a hidden agenda. Together, they join the transcontinental Steel Ball Run: a perilous, high-stakes horse race stretching across the country in pursuit of a $50 million prize.

What begins as a race quickly transforms into a supernatural quest when Johnny and Gyro discover the hunt for the fabled “Holy Corpse.” The duo must contend with a rogues’ gallery of rivals, including the enigmatic and dangerous President Funny Valentine, and iconic antagonist Dio, who seeks the corpse parts for his own ambitions. The intense battles, dense mysteries, and unforgettable characters have made Steel Ball Run a favorite arc among fans and critics alike.

You can learn more about the full history of the JoJo manga series and its unique story structure on Wikipedia.

What’s Inside Volume 4?

This deluxe edition corresponds to chapters 18–23, diving into several fan-favorite storylines such as “The Devil’s Palm,” “Gyro Zeppeli’s Mission,” and “The Terrorist from a Faraway Country.” The stakes escalate as Johnny and Gyro pursue the next part of the Holy Corpse, racing against enemies who will stop at nothing to claim victory. According to VIZ Media’s official synopsis, the suspense is at an all-time high:

“JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is a groundbreaking manga famous for its outlandish characters, wild humor, and frenetic battles. The hunt for the Holy Corpse is on! Gyro and Johnny have managed to get ahold of the second body part, the eyeballs, but can they keep Dio from getting his claws on them? And with a new enemy closing in on them, there’s no telling who will be the last to get the corpse!”

Pre-Order Details and Purchase Options

The hardcover edition of Steel Ball Run Vol. 4 will be priced at $23.99 and is available for pre-order through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The digital edition is listed for $16.99 on Amazon Kindle.

To stay up-to-date on VIZ Media’s latest manga releases, you can check their ongoing announcements on their official X account.

Anime Adaptation Also in Development

Adding to the excitement, Warner Bros. Japan recently confirmed that an anime adaptation of Steel Ball Run is now officially in production. While no release date has been announced yet, fans were given a first glimpse at the teaser trailer and key visuals. This marks the latest in a series of acclaimed JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure anime adaptations, with David Production previously bringing Parts 1–6 to the screen. You can catch up with information about the anime’s development at AnimeMojo’s news article and on JoJo News.

Looking Ahead

With the English release of Steel Ball Run Vol. 4 just months away and anticipation for the anime adaptation building, this is an exciting time for both longtime fans and newcomers to the JoJo universe. Whether you are completing your manga collection or preparing for the animated adventure, Steel Ball Run remains one of the most innovative—and unpredictable—entries in shonen manga.

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