Despite claims circulating, extensive searches for a new “Datewars” franchise launched by Yūichirō Momose, the renowned main scenario writer for the popular Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle multimedia project, have yielded no verifiable results. While Momose is actively involved in numerous projects, including recent Hypnosis Mic adaptations and other anime series, there is no official announcement or news regarding a “Datewars” franchise under his name.
Yūichirō Momose’s Continued Contributions to Hypnosis Mic and Other Works
Yūichirō Momose remains a pivotal creative force behind the Hypnosis Mic franchise, a successful multimedia project by King Records that launched in 2017. He is credited as the main scenario writer for the original concept and has contributed to its various expansions, including manga adaptations, the mobile game Hypnosis Mic: Alternative Rap Battle, and the anime series Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle: Rhyme Anima. His role in the franchise has encompassed setting, story, character development, and in-game events.
Recent Hypnosis Mic Endeavors
Momose’s recent work within the Hypnosis Mic universe includes scripting for the interactive anime film, which premiered in February 2025. This innovative film allowed viewers to influence the outcome of rap battles through live voting. He was also involved in the original character setting and world design for the second season of the anime, Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle: Rhyme Anima+, which aired in late 2023. Furthermore, he has written stories for various manga adaptations that expand on the different divisions and characters within the Hypnosis Mic world.
Other Notable Projects by Momose
Beyond Hypnosis Mic, Yūichirō Momose has a diverse portfolio of work in the anime and manga industry. His contributions often involve series composition and scriptwriting for various television anime. Notable projects include his work as the series composer and scriptwriter for Demon Lord 2099 (2024), My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer (2025), Rokudo’s Bad Girls (2023), Infinite Dendrogram (2020), and Africa Salaryman (2019). These roles demonstrate his broad experience across different genres and formats.
Unverified Claims and the Importance of Official Announcements
The absence of any mention of a “Datewars” franchise in official news outlets, anime databases, or project announcements associated with Yūichirō Momose suggests that information regarding such a launch may be inaccurate or premature. Fans and media consumers are always encouraged to refer to official sources and verified news channels for announcements regarding new projects from prominent creators in the entertainment industry.
As of the current date, Yūichirō Momose continues to be a prolific writer, deeply engaged with the ongoing success of Hypnosis Mic and contributing to a variety of other anime productions.
