The Game Resumes: Magical Girl Raising Project: Restart Drops Teaser, Confirms 2026 Premiere

The highly anticipated anime adaptation, Magical Girl Raising Project: Restart, has officially ignited fan excitement with the release of a gripping teaser trailer and a confirmed 2026 premiere. This new installment promises a thrilling return to its dark and enchanting universe, marking a direct continuation of the critically acclaimed 2016 Magical Girl Raising Project anime. It draws directly from the acclaimed light novel series that first captivated audiences worldwide with its unique blend of magical girl tropes and a grim survival narrative.

Viewers are invited to brace themselves as they are plunged back into a world where seemingly innocent magical girls are pitted against each other in a deadly, high-stakes survival contest. Sixteen extraordinary individuals, each blessed with unique powers and an uncanny streak of luck, find themselves bound by a brutal decree from a mysterious entity: their numbers must be drastically halved. This chilling premise promises to deliver an intense narrative rich with themes of cutthroat competition, profound sacrifice, and complex moral dilemmas, all unfolding against the deceptively vibrant backdrop of a magical realm that hides a sinister undercurrent.

A significant shift in creative direction sees animation studio SynergySP taking the reins from the previous studio, Lerche. This signals a fresh artistic vision and directorial approach that promises to elevate the series' visual storytelling and animation quality.

Fans can also look forward to an electrifying musical debut, as the powerful opening theme song, "No tears here," performed by the acclaimed powerhouse vocalist Minori Chihara, is slated to make its grand premiere at the prestigious Animelo Summer Live 2025 “ThanXX!” event, building immense anticipation.

The project further boasts an all-star voice cast, featuring the talents of Shiori Mikami as the enigmatic Melville, Maria Naganawa as the cunning Cherna Mouse, Miyu Tomita as the perceptive Detec Bell, Aoi Yuki as the formidable Lapis Lazuline, Megumi Han as the resourceful Keek, and Nao Toyama reprising her role as the compassionate Snow White.

With a renewed creative team, a compelling musical contribution, and a robust narrative foundation from its source material, Magical Girl Raising Project: Restart is meticulously poised to enthrall both loyal followers and new viewers alike, delivering an unforgettable and intense journey into its unique dark, magical universe in the coming year.