The highly anticipated “REBOOT Project” for the World Trigger anime has officially launched, revealing a teaser visual and a 15-second special trailer that confirms a complete remake of the anime’s first season. Fans can look forward to a “completely new production project” that will re-adapt the manga’s storyline from its beginning, including key arcs such as the “Border Enlistment Arc,” “Large-Scale Neighbor Invasion Arc,” and the start of the “B-Rank Wars Arc.”
The announcement has generated significant buzz, particularly after a period of speculation following the conclusion of the third season in January 2022. While some fans hoped for a direct Season 4, the reboot aims to address long-standing criticisms regarding the first season’s pacing and animation quality.
A Fresh Start for the Border Defense Agency
The “REBOOT Project” marks a significant move for the World Trigger anime, which first premiered in 2014. The initial season, spanning 73 episodes, faced criticism for inconsistent animation and a slower pace, prompting many to hope for an improved adaptation. This new project intends to deliver a “powered-up” first season, with Toei Animation continuing its role in the production, as they did for the second and third seasons.
The Teaser Video and Visual Details
The recently unveiled teaser visual showcases protagonist Yuma Kuga, equipped with his Black Trigger, in a dynamic leap across a city landscape at dusk. The accompanying 15-second special trailer features an alarm proclaiming “Gate occurring,” followed by the World Trigger logo and the word “REBOOT,” culminating in the tagline “Gates from another dimension, once again.” The trailer also includes voice-overs from Yuki Kaji and Tomo Muranaka, the voice actors for Osamu Mikumo and Yuma Kuga, respectively, emphasizing the project’s launch.
What the “REBOOT Project” Entails
The official X (formerly Twitter) account for the World Trigger anime clarified that the “REBOOT Project” will comprehensively remake the first season, covering the initial 120 chapters of the manga up to the B-Rank Wars Arc. This means that the project will focus on the fundamental story arcs that introduce the Border Defense Agency and the threat of the Neighbors.
Addressing Fan Concerns and Improving Quality
The decision to reboot the first season comes as a response to fan feedback concerning the original’s perceived shortcomings. Many believe that the enhanced production quality and pacing of the second and third seasons set a new standard, which the rebooted first season aims to match. This fresh adaptation provides an opportunity to attract new viewers who might have been deterred by the original first season’s animation and pacing, while also re-engaging long-time fans with a polished retelling of the story.
Toei Animation Continues Production
Toei Animation, the studio behind the previous World Trigger anime seasons, will continue to helm the “REBOOT Project.” This continuity in production studio suggests a commitment to maintaining a consistent visual style and quality with the more recent seasons. The returning staff lineup from Season 2 and 3, including series director Morio Hatano, series composer Hiroyuki Yoshino, character designer Toshihisa Kaiya, and music composer Kenji Kawai, is expected to bring a unified vision to the reboot.
Future Announcements and Jump Festa 2026
While the teaser has provided initial insights, more detailed information about the “REBOOT Project” is anticipated to be revealed at Jump Festa 2026. World Trigger is scheduled to have a “Super Stage” event on December 20, 2025, at 4:20 PM JST, where further announcements are expected to be made. The voice actors Tomoe Muranaka (Yuma Kuga), Yuki Kaji (Osamu Mikumo), Nao Tamura (Chika Amatori), Yuichi Nakamura (Yuichi Jin), and Hideyuki Tanaka (Replica) are slated to attend the event, hinting at potential cast involvement and insights.
The World Trigger manga, written and illustrated by Daisuke Ashihara, has maintained a dedicated fanbase since its serialization began in 2013. The manga moved from Weekly Shonen Jump to Jump Square in 2018 and has accumulated 29 tankōbon volumes as of December 2025. The reboot project aims to capitalize on the manga’s enduring popularity and introduce the series to an even wider audience with a refined anime experience.
