Since Absolute Duo premiered in 2015, fans have eagerly awaited news of a Season 2. However, there’s still no official announcement for a second season, and the chances of a renewal appear slim. Here’s everything we currently know about the possibility of Absolute Duo Season 2, why it hasn’t been greenlit, and what fans can enjoy while waiting.
Will Absolute Duo Ever Get a Season 2?
The likelihood of Absolute Duo receiving a Season 2 is very low. Despite the anime’s passionate fanbase, Absolute Duo struggled to achieve profitability. Blu-ray sales were below expectations, averaging just 1,200 copies. Merchandise and figures for the series remained limited, and the anime’s release only gave a modest boost to light novel sales. As a result, the production studio, 8bit, has shown little interest in pursuing a sequel.
Why Was Absolute Duo Not Profitable?
Anime profitability often depends on Blu-ray sales, merchandise, and light novel sales. In Absolute Duo‘s case, the first season did not generate enough revenue to warrant a follow-up. Although the series has enough source material for more seasons, with only four of the 11 light novel volumes adapted, the financial returns indicate that market demand for a continuation is too low.
Absolute Duo Season 2 Release Date
Absolute Duo Season 2 currently has no release date, as the continuation has not been confirmed or scheduled. The anime covered light novel volumes 1 through 4, and since the original series has concluded, a new release date announcement seems unlikely anytime soon.. If the studio or original creators decide to reboot or create additional content, it would likely take several years.
The Story So Far: What Would Season 2 Cover?
The anime follows Tooru Kokonoe, who joins Koryo Academy in the hopes of gaining power to avenge his sister and friends. If a second season were to happen, it could explore volumes 5 and beyond of the light novel series, continuing Tooru’s journey and his relationships with the academy’s students, including Lilith, Julie, and Miyabi. The light novels delve deeper into the fantasy-harem action dynamics, with plenty of story material left for adaptation.
Absolute Duo Characters, Cast & Crew
If Season 2 were produced, it would likely bring back the original cast and staff:
- Tooru Kokonoe: Voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (Re)
- Julie Sigtuna: Voiced by Nozomi Yamamoto (Genshiken Nidaime OVA)
- Lilith Bristol: Voiced by Haruka Yamazaki (Monster Musume)
- Miyabi Hotaka: Voiced by Ayaka Imamura (Princess Principal)
Atsushi Nakayama directed the first season, with Keiichi Sano handling character design and Takamitsu Kouno overseeing series composition. Studio 8bit, which animated Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken, is expected by fans to return with the same team if they announce a sequel.
Where to Watch Absolute Duo
Fans can currently stream Absolute Duo on Funimation and Amazon Prime Video. However, the series is not available on Netflix, Crunchyroll, or Hulu as of this update. For viewers who haven’t watched the series yet, catching it on these platforms is a great way to experience the story.
Is There a Trailer for Absolute Duo Season 2?
There is no trailer for Absolute Duo Season 2 or any other upcoming adaptation. Any new promotional material released will be added here. In the meantime, fans can check out the original trailer for Season 1 to get a feel for the anime’s style and tone.
Final Thoughts on Absolute Duo Season 2
While many fans would love to see Absolute Duo continue, the chances of Season 2 are slim. For those who want to follow the story beyond the anime, the best option is to read the light novels starting from volume 5, which picks up where the anime left off. This way, fans can experience the full storyline even if a second season never comes to fruition.
I will update this post with any new developments. Until then, feel free to explore other anime sequels or share this article with fellow Absolute Duo fans to keep the conversation alive.
