Isekai animes are so popular because they appeal to the fantasy of escaping from mundane reality and exploring a new world with different rules and possibilities. They also offer a variety of genres, such as comedy, romance, action, adventure, and drama, that cater to different tastes and preferences of the viewers. Without further ado here are some of the most anticipated isekai sequels returning in 2024.
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Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy Season 2
Tsukimichi can be categorized as one of those “trash isekai” junk food that anime fans are always craving. It was quickly renewed and Season 2 is currently airing since January 8, 2024. It will have a 24-episode run with both cours airing consecutively. If you want to turn your brain off and just watch something fun- this is the anime for you. You can watch the Season 2 trailer here:
Mushoku Tensei Season 2 Part 2
Mushoku Tensei (Jobless Reincarnation) will complete its Season 2 with Part 2 releasing this Spring 2024 anime season on Sunday, April 7. The setting of this Season 2 second cour is still the Magic Academy with the trailer hinting at Rudeus’ marriage with Sylphie being the stopping point for the show. There’s also a chance it will adapt a bit beyond that point which will change the setting and inject some much-needed action that Season 2 has been and will be generally lacking in.
KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! Season 3
One of the most anticipated sequels in all of isekai, KonoSuba will be back with a Season 3 in April 2024. Studio Drive of Megumin spin-off fame is in charge of animating this season which is expected to have 10-12 episodes. According to fans of the LN, this will be a wholesome season set in a castle where Kazuma dotes on his new little sister who also happens to be a princess.
Reincarnated as a Slime S3
Reincarnated as a Slime has gone on to become one of the most beloved isekai franchises and for good reason. It’s a typical traditional isekai done right in all its aspects. A season 3 was inevitable after the success of its Scarlet Bond movie and Visions of Coleus ONA. It will be released in the Spring 2024 season starting in April and will likely air till the end of the Summer 2024 season in September with a total of 24 episodes. It will adapt Rimuru’s rematch with Hinata from the Holy Church faction and likely even a tournament arc.
Overlord: The Holy Kingdom (Movie)
The highly-anticipated Overlord franchise will release a canon movie in the Summer 2024 list of animes. While this will be canon, this won’t exactly be a sequel to Season 4 of the anime which only adapted Volumes 10, 11, and 14. This particular story will adapt Volumes 12 and 13 which chronologically take place in the middle of Season 4. Demiurge looks gorgeous in the teaser trailer.
Saga of Tanya the Evil S2
The second season of this classic military power-fantasy isekai was announced way back on June 19, 2021. Kadokawa has also released a teaser trailer for this one. It’s likely to be released in the Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 line-up. Fans cannot wait to witness this big-brain god-forsaken protagonist in action again as she weaves through politics and battlefields with a ruthless demeanor.
Re:Zero S3
Re:Zero Season 3 was announced to be in production on March 25, 2023, by Kadokawa at the AnimeJapan 2023 event. Since Studio White Fox (which has been animating Re:Zero from the start) is currently producing Sengoku Youko, which is likely a 24-episode anime ending in June 2024, there’s a chance that Re:Zero S3 will be released around the Fall 2024 or Winter 2025 season mark.
SAO Gun Gale Online S2
SAO’s Spin-off story, Gun Gale Online was announced for a second season at the Dengeki Bunko 30th anniversary event on July 15, 2023. The first season was well received and this announcement comes 5 years after the first season aired. Studio 3Hz will return for the second season and is expected to make its release sometime in 2024. A promotional image and a teaser featuring the main character Llenn have also been released.
The World’s Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated in Another World as an Aristocrat S2
This anime first aired in the Fall 2021 season and was well-received as a typical power-fantasy isekai with interesting writing, plot, and characters. It was renewed on September 24, 2023, for a season 2 at the Sneaker Bunko 35th Anniversary Festa! It will likely release in the Fall 2024 or Winter 2025 season. At the end of Season 1, we see how Lugh was sent to the Academy in the guise of a student but he was to investigate a plot and uncover its secrets. Season 2 will be set in the Academy.
Trapped In A Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs S2
The second season of this anime was announced way back on December 25, 2022, and has been in production ever since. All we know is that there’s a high chance for it to be released this year. After all, there’s been a gaping lack of isekais with smart but bratty protagonists who don’t play by the rules and this one will scratch that itch.
Some upcoming isekai sequels that might also make a comeback this year are Reincarnated as a Sword S2 (announced on Dec 31, 2022), Ascendance of a Bookworm S4 (announced on Dec 6, 2023), and Campfire Cooking in Another World S2 (S2 announced on Oct 29, 2023). Some of these Isekai sequels were announced years ago while others were more recently- we expect more updates in the upcoming AnimeJapan 2024 event in April.