Every New Isekai Anime Announced For 2025 (So Far)

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. Although some late surprises could still happen, most of the year’s lineup should be complete by this point.

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.

“New” is the operative word, so sequels will not be highlighted individually since they do not need to be sold. Also, the focus is on anime series, not movies.

Updated on August 27, 2025, by Mark Sammut: The Summer 2025 season is roughly halfway done, so we can now expand the sections dedicated to its isekai anime. Furthermore, a new series was announced for Fall 2025 (Potions Will Save Me).

Winter 2025

Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!

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.

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 is not anything more than decent, but that is not the worst thing either.

Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time

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, is a bit uninspired. 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

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.

Promise of Wizard did not receive too much attention compared to other Winter 2025 isekai anime. However, it is a mostly OK show that has a reverse harem element, despite not really having much romance.

Zenshu

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.

Natsuko says that, technically, her situation is not isekai during Zenshu‘s first episode; however, it is close enough to qualify.

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 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

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.

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 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

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! 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!

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.

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 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

One of the more entertaining new isekai anime of Winter 2025, Koyoshi Nakayoshi’s shonen manga is 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.

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

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 somewhat tries to fill that role. Produced by a new studio and featuring CG animation, Twins Hinahima is just a one-episode special, so it is not really a Spring 2025 anime despite airing just before the season’s debut.

The Beginning After the End

The most highly anticipated new 2025 isekai anime, The Beginning After the End might also end up being the most disappointing. Unfortunately, Studio A-Cat’s adaptation has fallen well short of expectations, especially in terms of animation. TurtleMe’s web novel series is rightfully regarded as one of the best isekai stories of that medium, and it has even been adapted into a great webtoon. Those are two awesome ways to experience this narrative, but the anime is not shaping up to be a worthwhile alternative.

A ruthless king dies alone, only to be reborn in a fantasy world with magic. More importantly, he is born into a loving family, something he never experienced in his past life. As he spends more time in his new life, Arthur’s mentality gradually morphs, and he learns to appreciate the simpler things. Story-wise, The Beginning After the End anime is not a patch on the source material, although Arthur is still a fascinating protagonist. The lackluster animation and fast pacing are far bigger issues.

I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!

Spring 2025 has a relatively small selection of new isekai anime, at least compared to Winter; more importantly, none of them are particularly great. While still too early to definitively say which will be the best show, I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire has had the strongest start so far, although it is arguably the most niche out of all the season’s offerings. Isekai is already not for everyone, and this anime also throws in a harem and mechs, two equally polarizing genres.

Liam’s past life was tough and ended horribly, so he is offered an opportunity by a “kind” stranger to reincarnate in a universe of his choice. Liam picks a space opera and decides to be as evil as possible so he will never be taken advantage of again; however, his future will not be just sunshine and rainbows.

I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire is all over the place, with the story jumping forward years at the drop of a hat. While hardly unfollowable, the anime moves at such a blistering pace that it can be exhausting at times.

Yandere Dark Elf: She Chased Me All the Way From Another World!

From the same studio that adapted Plus-Sized Elf, Yandere Dark Elf is another fanservice-driven reverse isekai anime that happens to feature perhaps the most popular fantasy species of all time (and especially in recent anime media). As suggested by the title, this series focuses on a yandere dark elf who follows the male protagonist to Earth, and she tends to react poorly to competition. That said, Yandere Dark Elf is an ecchi comedy, so Mariabelle’s violent tendencies are played for laughs and, for the most part, are short-lived.

Yandere Dark Elf is airing exclusively on HIDIVE, and this version of the show has gotten criticism for censoring a lot of scenes. As an ecchi story, the anime mostly lives and dies on the quality of its fanservice, so it is kind of a baffling move to cover so much of this content.

Teogonia

A bit of a surprising isekai, Teogonia does not promote this aspect of the story as intensely as other shows, at least not initially. Rather than showcase the protagonist’s reincarnation experience, Kai instead has memories of another world that is vastly different from his own, and he is not quite sure what to make of them.

While nothing too special in terms of overall quality, the anime is generally fine.

Kai is a fairly traditional fantasy lead so far, but his isekai memories are the most interesting part of his characterization. His personality also doesn’t change just because of these memories, which is quite unusual for an isekai reincarnation anime.

Shirohiyo – Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life

Mostly flying under the radar, Shirohiyo seems destined to come and go without leaving much of an impression or leaving any sort of impact, and it is not difficult to understand why. While hardly terrible, this series lacks that definite hook that not only captures someone’s attention but also holds it for more than just a couple of minutes. A reincarnation story, Ageha is a young noble who is ignored by his parents and mostly raised by servants, whom he treats terribly. However, when he regains memories of a past life as a Japanese salaryman who died from exhaustion, he instantly changes his tune and becomes a, well, good boy.

Shirohiyo somewhat sets itself apart by featuring a childcare element, as Ageha has to take care of his younger brother, Regulus. The latter does not have that much of a presence in the first two episodes, but he does appear more frequently after that point.

Summer 2025

Onmyou Kaiten Re:Birth

Another original 2025 isekai anime, Onmyou Kaiten Re:Birth did not quite manage to replicate Zenshu‘s immediate success, but it has been decent enough. Living by the code of his gang, Takeru is a hotheaded guy who is enamored with a girl he sees in his dreams. One day, he falls from a great height and, somehow, ends up in another world that blends sci-fi and Japanese history. Also, Tsukimiya, the girl of his dreams, happens to exist within this world. Before long, he gets involved in big fights against Kaiju-esque enemies and even gets to pilot nature-themed mecha. Also, he gets stuck in a time-loop.

Onmyo Kaiten Re:Birth Verse does kind of feel like a blend of different isekai anime, but its peculiar setting and unique mecha designs just about do enough to set it apart from the crowd. Takeru is a bit too much of a battle shonen MC stereotype so far, but that type of character can be enjoyable in certain situations. Despite starting out fairly rough and underwhelming, the story has picked up a bit of steam recently, largely thanks to a few solid reveals and a proper introduction of a villain.

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 debuted in July 2025, bringing forth another story that features a relatively overpowered protagonist. There is nothing wrong with that, but this anime’s mileage will vary considerably 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 has Ryou spend a bit of time on his own at first, and he does come across as a bit socially awkward at times. The story also does something entirely unexpected: Ryou’s first friend and companion is a guy! Yes, he doesn’t instantly summon a harem.

The Water Magician is a weird anime, as it is about as basic and run-of-the-mill as they get. However, it is also pretty good and one of the more entertaining isekai anime of the season. While not necessarily doing anything amazing, the series is well-rounded and without any major flaws. Ryou is nonchalant and goes out of his way to avoid getting into messes, especially if they distract from his research. The Water Magician also dedicates a fair amount of time to other characters, like Abel, Lyn, and Sera, and allows them to exist away from Ryou’s orbit.

Lord of Mysteries

OK, Lord of Mysteries is a special case due to being a Donghua rather than a Japanese anime; therefore, technically, it is not part of the Summer 2025 season. Still, isekai fans will want to keep an eye on this show since the webnovel is quite highly regarded, and the adaptation has been brilliant so far. For one, Lord of Mysteries is set in a world inspired by the Victorian era, giving everything a steampunk and Gothic aesthetic that is highly unusual for isekai.

While the first episode includes so much information that I found it difficult to follow everything, Lord of Mysteries succeeds in building intrigue, and the subsequent chapters have been easier to comprehend. The animation is genuinely gorgeous, comfortably among the best of 2025. As long as you do not mind a different art style and a story that can be a bit overwhelming at times, Lord of Mysteries is Summer 2025’s best isekai anime, and by quite a margin.

Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra

While not plentiful, a few 2025 isekai anime revolve around somewhat of an “evil” protagonist, or at least characters who are thrust into that role. Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra could be one of the better examples of this trope, and the male MC finds himself taking over an evil civilization (the eponymous Mynoghra).

To keep expectations realistic, Takuto Ira is by no means an evil person, nor does he attempt to play the part of a villain. At most, outsiders see him as one. Do not go in expecting Overlord.

The most interesting part of Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra is Takuto’s background in strategy games, and he awakens in a world based on a title he used to love. Rather than RPG mechanics, this isekai anime highlights strategy elements, which is a nice change of pace that helps set the story apart from its many, many peers. Takuto has to slowly build up Mynoghra from essentially nothing, as he starts with one hero unit and very little else to his name. His expertise in strategy games comes through fairly clearly, and the anime explores other elements of the world well.

Overall, Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra is decent and well worth a try just because of its novel situation. That said, it moves at a glacial pace, and Takuto is not the most charismatic protagonist ever.

Uglymug, Epicfighter

Probably the most polarizing isekai anime of Summer 2025, Uglymug, Epicfighter seems to get a strong reaction from people, both positive and negative. In an unheard-of move, the series lives up to its title and genuinely features a male protagonist who could be described as “ugly.” This is not one of those cases where the MC receives a physical blow-up after an episode or two, and Shigeru’s looks remain consistent. Personally, I find the show’s commitment to this aspect refreshing.

So, what is the story? Well, Shigeru’s life was destroyed after he was falsely accused of a crime. At his wits’ end, he accepts an invitation to go to another world, and he removes all his beauty points so he can boost his stats in other areas. So, he wakes up in a fantasy world with godly power but also a few notable shortcomings (beyond just his looks). Also, he joins a party with three characters who are also from Earth.

The last bit sets Uglymug, Epicfighter apart from the crowd, as the anime almost feels like an ensemble piece. Yes, Shigeru is clearly the protagonist, but Seika, Seiji, and Rizu are given a lot of attention and are explored almost as thoroughly as the MC.

Fall 2025

A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai

Another in a long line of slow-life anime, A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai might test somebody’s patience for overused tropes and run-of-the-mill MCs, at least going by the manga version of this story. While incredibly OP, the protagonist is primarily content with keeping a low profile, completing quests, and making a humble living. Sure, he can defeat most enemies without breaking a sweat, but that life is not for everyone.

A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai will likely be one of those 2025 isekai anime that works well as a weekly distraction, offering a low-stakes escape from reality. It might not be remembered for long once the final episode is part of history, but not every show needs to be a masterpiece.

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.

The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess

Fall 2025 has its villainess isekai anime, but this one comes with a clever twist. The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess‘ protagonist, Konoha, becomes the big bad of one of her own stories that she wrote when she was a teenager. As such, she is intimately familiar with the narrative, and she uses that knowledge to avoid a gruesome death. However, things start to happen that go against the manuscript.

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.

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.

Otherworldly Munchkin: Let’s Speedrun the Dungeon with Only 1 HP!

Ok, I admit, this isekai anime does look pretty generic at a glance, but it has a pretty interesting hook. Otherworldly Munchkin is fully inspired by Dungeons and Dragons, with the protagonist being a tabletop player whose main power is a book that grants him information about dungeons and monsters. Basically, he is a dungeon master who gets stuck in an RPG, and he has decent stats except for his HP, which is stuck at 1.

While plenty of anime share similarities with D&D, shows that really embrace the concept are extremely rare, and Otherworldly Munchkin should be able to scratch an itch that the industry has generally ignored. The manga is not extremely highly regarded or anything, but it has been around since 2019. Durandal is also a new studio, with this series being its first.

Potions Will Save Me

Potions Will Save Me might conjure up memories of I Shall Survive Using Potions, a 2023 isekai anime that has a similar premise. Both stories revolve around girls who suddenly find themselves in another world with the ability to create potions out of pretty much nothing. While they don’t have other notable powers, their potion-making ability is extremely powerful and should help them survive in their new worlds.

So, this upcoming anime should be quite comparable to that, which is not the worst thing since very few isekai shows revolve around potions. The source material has been around for a very long time, with the novel lasting from 2014 until 2024. The 2015 light novel is still ongoing, and a manga even debuted in 2023.

Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits

Here is an isekai anime that could be interesting, although it also seems like one of those shows that could fly under the radar. Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits follows a former scientist who starts a new life as the daughter of a hero and a spirit, giving her unique powers that allow her to manipulate an object’s elements. The premise is fine enough, but the story’s main selling point is its core family, as all three characters are main players rather than just the daughter.

2025 Isekai Anime With No Release Date

The Knight

Another isekai donghua, The Knight could shape up to be another one of 2025’s nicest surprises, following in the footsteps of Lord of Mysteries. Also known as Ye de Mingming Shu, the source material produced 64 chapters over roughly a year, seemingly garnering a fairly positive reputation during that time.

The story is a bit difficult to make out in the trailer and pre-release materials, but from what I gather, it seems to involve the protagonist traveling to another world and the future. He also finds himself stuck in prison. The main world seems to be very much cut from the cyberpunk cloth, having an almost Blade Runner-esque appearance.

The Knight was initially targeting an August 14, 2025, debut, but that date came and went without anything coming out.

2025 Isekai Anime Sequels

As exciting as new shows are, sequels almost always attract more attention, especially when it comes to isekai. The theme rarely produces something that justifies repeat visits, so the exceptions are always worth noting.