There is no escaping the pull of isekai anime. The genre has been going strong for close to a decade by this point, producing half a dozen entries at a minimum per season. The current year is not an exception, and plenty of new 2025 isekai anime have added their names to the calendar. While only Winter 2025 has fully taken shape by this point, the rest of the lineup will steadily come into focus as the weeks and months pass by.

With the concept being so popular, keeping track of every release can be difficult, especially since there are occasionally a few stealth stories that might not scream “isekai” at a glance. To simplify the process of following all the upcoming isekai anime, let’s go through the series coming out in 2025.

Updated on March 3, 2025, by Mark Sammut: The Winter season is gradually coming to an end, meaning sooner a fresh batch of new 2025 isekai anime will make their debuts. Three more shows have been added: Twins Hinahima, My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s, and A Wild Last Boss Appeared!

Winter 2025

Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!

Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!

Release Date

January 1, 2025

Plenty of 2025 isekai anime will feature OP protagonists capable of brute-forcing their way through any and every encounter, so it is always refreshing when an MC comes along that relies on brain rather than brawn. A competent office worker who feels underappreciated, Uchimura is suddenly summoned to another world by a demonic ruler, who comes with quite an unusual offer: Join the crew as one of the Heavenly Kings. So, Uchimura starts a new career path that tasks him with tackling challenges using his expertise in discourse and sales.

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Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! is decent, with Uchimura having to negotiate a few alliances with the demon army’s neighbors. Admittedly, the anime has not been anything more than just decent, but that is not the worst thing either.

Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time

Someday Will I Be the Greatest Alchemist

Release Date

January 1, 2025

Sometimes, a title can be enough to sell a concept; however, the opposite can also be true. Someday Will I Be the Greatest Alchemist, aka Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time, sounds a bit uninspired and generic. Takumi is accidentally summoned to a new world along with a group of heroes.

As an apology, he is allowed to pick any skill, and he opts for “Creation.” Essentially, this turns him into an alchemist capable of creating anything with few restrictions, instantly making him overpowered. The “possibly” aspect might just be a humblebrag.

Promise of Wizard

Promise of Wizard

Release Date

January 6, 2025

An adaptation of a Japan-only video game, Promise of Wizard has two manga under its belt, so the story has some mileage. A woman is chosen as a sage and summoned to another world by a group of wizards, all in the hopes of fighting off a threat known as The Great Calamity.

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Promise of Wizard has not received too much attention compared to other Winter 2025 isekai anime. However, Lidenfilms has produced more than a few great shows over the years, and this could be another triumph.

Zenshu

ZENSHU

Release Date

January 5, 2025

Due to telling an original story, Zenshu was somewhat of a mystery before its debut, so the anime’s isekai direction came as a bit of a surprise. A genius animator and director who enjoyed immediate success with her first series, Natsuko has the entertainment world at her feet; however, while working on her second production, she found herself struggling with writer’s block. With the empty page in front of her and pressure mounting, the protagonist is starting to feel the weight of expectations that follow critical and commercial praise.

Randomly, Natsuko chokes on a piece of food and passes out, reawakening in the world of an anime she watched as a kid. Despite not being well-received by the public, the movie struck a chord with Natsuko, who found its dark story and nihilistic themes fascinating. Now, gifted the opportunity to change things through her power as an animator, the protagonist wants to alter the narrative’s direction.

I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic

I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic

Release Date

January 6, 2025

I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic started life as a 2019 novel, before eventually receiving a light novel and manga. Therefore, Nazuna Miki’s story has experienced a degree of success in a few mediums, and there is nothing to suggest the anime will be a complete failure.

Revolving around an overpowered protagonist who, as the title suggests, finds himself in the body of a noble child, this story is fairly run-of-the-mill for the genre. That does not mean it has nothing to offer, but it is very much a power fantasy with some questionable harem elements.

Magic Maker: How to Create Magic in Another World

Magic Maker: How to Create Magic in Another World

Release Date

January 8, 2025

The typical isekai formula is to send a normal guy (or rarely a woman) to a fantasy world and make them instantly proficient in magic. Magic Maker takes a different approach by revolving around an MC who discovers and develops magic, with help from his sister. The story is relatively slow, chronicling the protagonist’s efforts to advance the field. While this gives him a considerable edge over most people, he is not necessarily OP since he exists in a world with dangerous monsters that are not pushovers.

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Studio Deen needs no lengthy introduction. Focusing solely on isekai, the company is responsible for KonoSuba, which is an all-time great. As with any studio that has been around for more than four decades, Deen’s portfolio is a bit of a mixed bag, but the highs are among the industry’s greatest achievements. Magic Maker will probably not go down as one of the studio’s greatest shows, but it is mostly fine.

The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World

The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World

Release Date

January 9, 2025

Featuring a protagonist with a core ability similar to Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill‘s MC, The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World follows Kenichi, a guy who reawakens in a new world with the useful ability to shop online. Unlike Campfire Cooking, this 2025 isekai anime is a harem, with the protagonist quickly finding himself surrounded by a plethora of girls who fit different archetypes and races.

While nothing too special, The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World works well as entertaining fluff that can keep a viewer distracted for 20 minutes a week. Kenichi is a competent protagonist who does not fall apart whenever a woman looks in his general direction.

From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated!

From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated!

Release Date

January 10, 2025

Network

TBS, MBS, CBC, Tulip Television, BSN, tys, NBC, HBC, RKK, i-Television, SBS, IBC, BSS, MRO, OBS, TUF, RSK, TUY, tbc, RKB, SBC, KUTV, RBC, UTY, RCC, MRT, atv, MBC

From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated! is Winter 2025’s funniest isekai anime. The concept is pure gold, serving as a charming and hilarious parody of the villainess subgenre that has exploded in popularity over the last few years.

A middle-aged parent dies and is reborn as an otome game’s villainess, a situation that naturally catches him by surprise. Wanting to allow the heroes to lead happy lives, he decides to follow the game’s story; however, he is just not cut out to be a baddie. Therefore, he just ends up becoming everybody’s dad, even if they do not realize it. From Bureaucrat to Villainess has also introduced a fun twist by incorporating characters from the protagonist’s previous life.

Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!

Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!

Release Date

January 10, 2025

Network

AT-X

Both an isekai and reverse isekai, Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!‘s mechanic for world-hopping is among the genre’s most inspired. Kazuhiro visits a fantasy world while dreaming, and he can bring somebody back with him by holding them when he dies or sleeps in that realm. This leads to him introducing Marie, an elf, to the beauty of Japan, which means a lot of sightseeing, food-eating, and slice of life wholesomeness.

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Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! is cute and relaxing, while also highlighting Japanese culture. Episodes are split into sections set within Earth and the fantasy world, and they are both fairly enjoyable in their own right. That said, the former is the best part of the series, just because Marie’s world is quite traditional by the isekai genre’s standards.

The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World

The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World

Release Date

January 12, 2025

Now, here is one of the more entertaining new isekai anime of Winter 2025. Koyoshi Nakayoshi’s shonen manga is fairly well-liked, serving as a delightful action-packed comedy that pokes fun at both sentai and isekai tropes. As made obvious by the title, the story follows the red ranger (Tougo Asagaki) as he finds himself in another world.

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The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World feels a touch different from other OP stories due to featuring a protagonist who was already strong before they made the jump to another world. Beyond that, Tougo is far from undefeatable, especially in situations where he cannot summon a mecha. Although not devoid of action, the anime is primarily a comedy that focuses on an ensemble cast.

Spring 2025

Twins Hinahima

Twins Hinahima

Release Date

March 30, 2025

Surprisingly, 2025 contains quite a few original new isekai anime. Usually, the genre focuses exclusively on adapting established light novels and manga, hoping to use their pre-installed fanbases to attract some attention. Zenshu was Winter 2025’s isekai original, and Twins Hinahima seems set to fill that role for Spring 2025. Produced by a new studio and seemingly featuring CG animation, Twins Hinahima is still mostly shrouded in shadow. However, the anime will revolve around two high school friends who are trying to create a viral hit, only to find themselves in another world.

I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!

I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!

Release Date

April 6, 2025

Sounding like a fun twist from the norm, I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! follows a guy who gets a second chance at life after a just all-around terrible existence. He is reincarnated by a deity-like figure who initially seems to be kind; in truth, the latter is responsible for ruining the protagonist’s previous life.

As Liam, the MC finds himself in a position of power as part of an Intergalactic Empire, a role he tries to use for personal satisfaction. However, he might just be too good of a person to do anything all that cruel. An isekai with mecha and harem elements, I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! looks like it could be dumb fun.

The Beginning After the End

One of the more highly anticipated manhwa adaptations, The Beginning After the End follows a King who gets a chance to start fresh in a new realm, which seems perfect at first but has a darkness brewing underneath. The manhwa and its light novel adaptation are both highly regarded, blending drama and slow-life moments quite well. If the anime is done well, The Beginning After the End could be among the best isekai anime of 2025.

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Studio A-Cat is a bit of an odd choice for the adaptation, especially since the company does not have a particularly great track record. On paper, The Beginning After the End should be A-Cat’s biggest release to date.

Summer 2025

The Water Magician

The Water Magician is a light novel series that spawned a manga in 2021, which is still going on today. The anime should debut in July 2025, bringing forth another story that features a relatively overpowered protagonist. There is nothing wrong with that as there is clearly a desire for OP MCs, but it will vary from viewer to viewer.

Ryou gets a second go at life, and he not only picks up water magic but also has a trait that lets him remain endlessly young. The Water Magician establishes the latter by having the protagonist spend years alone at the start of the story, only to eventually transform into a more traditional adventure series.

Fall 2025

A Wild Last Boss Appeared!

Fans of OP isekai anime protagonists will be eating well throughout 2025, and A Wild Last Boss Appeared should be a particularly great feast. With a premise that is similar to Overlord, the light novel revolves around a man who awakens in the body of an OP villainous gaming character, only with the world being quite a bit different from the original game. For one thing, Ruphas (the protagonist) is way, way more powerful than pretty much everyone else in this world, and she is backed by a plethora of strong characters.

While the concept might sound by the numbers, A Wild Last Boss Appeared is a well-above-average power fantasy, one that has enjoyed relative success as a light novel and manga. The adaptation will be handled by WAO World, a veteran studio that does not produce new series all that often. The company has a pretty small resume of shows and movies, and WAO isn’t known for isekai.

Disney: Twisted-Wonderland The Animation – Episode of Heartslabyul

An ONA series tentatively scheduled for October 2025, Disney: Twisted-Wonderland The Animation – Episode of Heartslabyul will mark the proper anime debut for this particular series, which started as a 2020 mobile game. Twisted-Wonderland is already quite a well-known property, which is hardly surprising since it combines a few very popular concepts: Disney villains, isekai, magic schools, and Black Butler. Yes, the franchise was put together by Yana Toboso, although the author did not personally write the Episode of Heartslabyul manga that this anime will adapt.

The story follows Yuu, a high school student who finds himself in another world and stuck at Night Raven College, which has students and dormitories based on classic antagonists from Disney stories.

My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s

A fairly polarizing light novel and manga, My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s shines due to its focus on an underrepresented class/archetype: assassin. For the most part, isekai anime tend to play things safe and cast their protagonists as knights or mages, both of which can be fun. However, a “darker” class that excels by working in the shadows and prioritizing stealth should make for a great change of pace from the norm.

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Whether My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s succeeds in offering a novel experience will vary from person to person. Hopefully, Sunrise’s anime delivers some fun action set pieces, along with a strong sense of atmosphere.

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