As we move through 2024, we’re already seeing outlines of its successor. Many 2025 isekai anime have been announced, and this number is likely to swell in the next few months. It’s evident that this genre has firmly established itself as a norm in the anime landscape, with every new season introducing several fresh series alongside anticipated sequels.
While the isekai genre may not always have the most brilliant track record, it generally offers viewers a delightful escape. More importantly, each year tends to unveil some truly outstanding isekai anime, ranging from entirely new adaptations to sequels of fondly remembered series. Let’s delve into the confirmed new isekai anime for 2025.
Last Updated on October 30, 2024, by Mark Sammut: A few more titles for the Winter 2025 isekai line-up have been announced.
The term “new”deserves emphasis, as sequels won’t be discussed individually since they essentially sell themselves. This list will center on anime series rather than films.
Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!
Winter 2025
This anime promises some enjoyable viewing. A multitude of 2025 isekai titles will showcase overpowered protagonists effortlessly overcoming obstacles, making it refreshing to encounter a main character who employs intellect over sheer force. Uchimura embarks on a new career that challenges him to navigate situations using his discourse and sales skills.
The adaptation is in the capable hands of Geek Toys and CompTown, both lesser-known studios. They previously teamed up for Migi to Dali, a unique and thrilling production. Geek Toys is also recognized for their work on Dead Mount Death Play and exemplary seasons of Date A Live, making Headhunted to Another World worth watching.
I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic
Winter 2025
This series began its journey as a novel in 2019 and later received adaptations into light novels and a manga, showcasing a spectrum of success across various media formats. Therefore, there’s ample reason to believe that the anime adaptation will perform commendably.
The narrative focuses on a protagonist who embodies the title’s essence, inheriting the life of a noble child. While the premises may feel conventional within the genre—especially when viewed through the lens of the manga adaptations—there’s a unique charm to this power fantasy, despite some contentious harem aspects.
Magic Maker: How to Create Magic in Another World
Winter 2025
In a typical isekai setup, an ordinary man (or occasionally a woman) is transported to a fantastical setting and immediately becomes adept at magic. However, Magic Maker takes a different tack, focusing on a protagonist who learns to harness magic alongside his sister, gradually evolving his skills. While this gives him a significant advantage compared to others, he’s not necessarily a powerhouse, given that he resides in a world populated by formidable monsters.
Studio Deen doesn’t need much of an introduction; it’s synonymous with the isekai genre thanks to its work on classics like KonoSuba. With over forty years in the industry, their portfolio varies widely, but the peaks are among anime’s most celebrated achievements.
The Middle-Aged Man that Reincarnated as a Villainess
Winter 2025
Excluding one other title, The Middle-Aged Man that Reincarnated as a Villainess stands out as one of the most eagerly awaited upcoming isekai anime of Winter 2025. The premise is pure comedic gold, offering a delightful and humorous take on the increasingly popular villainess subgenre.
A middle-aged parent dies and finds himself reborn into the role of a villainess in an otome game, an unexpected twist for him. To ensure the protagonists can live happy lives, he decides to play along with the game’s narrative; however, he soon realizes he’s ill-suited for the role of the antagonist. Despite its inconsistency, Ajia-do has produced several notable comedies over the years, including How Not to Summon a Demon Lord.
Promise of Wizard
Winter 2025
Based on a video game exclusive to Japan, Promise of Wizard has already seen two manga adaptations, giving the story some historical context. Currently, details about the anime are sparse, but Lidenfilms is confirmed to be producing it. The overarching premise involves a woman selected as a sage and summoned by a group of wizards to combat a looming threat known as The Great Calamity.
Initially, Promise of Wizard may not garner significant attention compared to other Winter 2025 isekai titles. However, Lidenfilms has a strong track record with previous successful shows, indicating that this could also be a notable entry.
The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World
Winter 2025
This title is anticipated to be the highest among the new isekai anime set for Winter 2025. Koyoshi Nakayoshi’s shonen manga is well-regarded, delivering an action-filled comedic experience while cleverly satirizing both sentai and isekai conventions. Following the red ranger (Tougo Asagaki), the narrative unfolds as he finds himself transported to another world.
Though Tougo is inherently strong, The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World distinguishes itself with a protagonist who possesses power even before his arrival in the new realm. Additionally, the manga presents an entertaining narrative that pays homage to the sentai genre.
Someday Will I Be the Greatest Alchemist
Winter 2025
A title can sometimes effectively market a concept, which is true for the Red Ranger series. Conversely, titles can also disappoint, reflecting a lack of creativity. Someday Will I Be the Greatest Alchemist, or perhaps known as Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time, may initially seem uninspired. It remains to be seen whether it will provide a soothing exploration of adventure.
In this tale, Takumi is inadvertently summoned to a different world alongside a band of heroes. As a gesture of goodwill, he gets the opportunity to choose any skill, leading him to select “Creation.”This effectively renders him an alchemist with the ability to generate nearly anything with minimal limitations, potentially marking him as overpowered. The “possibly”in the title could suggest a cheeky level of humility.
Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!
Winter 2025
This series serves as both an isekai and reverse isekai, with its world-hopping mechanism standing out as one of the genre’s most innovative. Kazuhiro enters a fantasy realm during his dreams, and by holding onto someone when he dies or falls asleep in that world, he can bring them back with him. This leads to him introducing Marie, an elf, to the wonders of Japan, creating a narrative rich with sightseeing, cuisine indulgence, and slice-of-life charm.
Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! promises a cute and enjoyable experience, while also showcasing Japanese culture. Zero-G’s output can sometimes be inconsistent, but with titles like Farming Life in Another World under their belt, good prospects are on the horizon.
2025 Isekai Anime Without a Release Season
So far, only a few 2025 isekai anime have specified their release periods, which is expected since the Winter slate has only just begun to come into focus. Nevertheless, a few titles for the upcoming year have been announced without a designated season, and this number is likely to expand in the upcoming months.
|
Anime |
Japanese Title |
Studio |
Based On |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World | Around 40 years old man’s life in Isekai | TBA | Light Novel by Hifumi Asakura |
Once these titles confirm their seasonal releases, further details will be disclosed.
2025 Isekai Anime Sequels
While new titles generate excitement, sequels typically steal the spotlight, especially in the isekai genre. The nature of isekai seldom results in content worthy of repeated viewings, making the exceptions notable. Currently, only a couple of isekai anime sequels for 2025 have been unveiled.
|
Anime |
Japanese Title |
Season |
Studio |
Based On |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishura 2nd Season | Ishura 2nd Season | Winter 2025 | TBA | Light Novel by Keiso |
| Kakuriyo: Bed and Breakfast for Spirits Season 2 | Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi 2nd Season | Fall 2025 | TBA | Light Novel by Midori Yūma |
| How Dare You!? 2nd Season | Cheng He Titong 2nd Season | TBA | Shengying Animation | Novel by Yingjun Qi |
| I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Season 2 | Slime Taoshite 300-year, Shiranai Uchi and Level Max are the following: | TBA | Teddy | Light Novel by Kisetsu Morita |
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