The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Otherworldly Munchkin: Let’s Speedrun the Dungeon with Only 1 HP! has been postponed from its previously announced October 2025 premiere. The delay was announced recently, with the production committee citing a desire to “further enhance its quality” as the reason for the schedule change. A new broadcast date has not yet been revealed.
Official Statement Cites “Quality Enhancement”
The official announcement regarding the delay conveyed sincere apologies to fans who were eagerly anticipating the series. The statement from the production committee explicitly mentioned the postponement of the TV anime, which was originally slated to begin airing in October 2025. The primary reason provided for this decision was to “further enhance its quality,” suggesting that the creators are committed to delivering a polished and high-standard adaptation of the popular manga.
Original October 2025 Broadcast Planned
Fans had been looking forward to the anime’s debut in October 2025 for several months. Promotional materials, including trailers and key visuals, had previously confirmed this Fall 2025 release window, building excitement for the unique isekai adventure. The anime, produced by Studio Durandal, with Mamoru Yokota serving as chief director alongside Kei Yoshimizu and Naoya Fukushi as directors, was set to stream exclusively on Crunchyroll.
What is “Otherworldly Munchkin: Let’s Speedrun the Dungeon with Only 1 HP!”?
Otherworldly Munchkin: Let’s Speedrun the Dungeon with Only 1 HP! (Isekai Munchikin: HP 1 no Mama de Saikyō Saisoku Danjon Kōryaku) is based on the manga written by Yū Shimizu and illustrated by Makoto Aogiri. The story follows 16-year-old Yukito Kirihara, who tragically dies protecting his younger sister, Sana. Offered a second chance at life in a fantasy world, Yukito discovers his sister is also trapped within a mysterious book. With a severe handicap of only 1 HP, he must navigate dangerous dungeons, defeat powerful bosses, and overcome glitch-like traps to find and rescue her, emphasizing strategic gameplay and quick thinking over brute force.
Indefinite Delay Leaves Fans Awaiting New Schedule
The postponement means that fans will have to wait longer to see Yukito’s perilous journey animated. The production committee has not yet announced a new premiere date, leaving the exact timing of the anime’s broadcast uncertain. Further updates regarding the revised schedule are expected to be announced at a later time.
