Wait is over, Chainsaw Man fans! 🪚 Did you feel that massive tremor in the anime community? That wasn’t an earthquake—it was the collective scream of joy from millions of fans worldwide. At Jump Festa 2026, the announcement we’ve all been praying for finally dropped: Chainsaw Man Season 2, officially titled the “International Assassins Arc,” is in production! If you thought the first season was wild and the Reze movie was intense, hold onto your chainsaws, because things are about to get a whole lot more chaotic. Let’s dive into why the internet is losing its mind. ✨
Chainsaw Man Season 2 Officially Confirmed at Jump Festa 2026
It happened! On December 21, 2025, during the Jump Festa 2026 stage in Japan, MAPPA finally pulled the curtain back. Following the massive success of the Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (released in September 2025), the studio confirmed that the TV series is returning to adapt one of the most beloved and brutal chapters of the manga. While we don’t have a specific release date yet, the teaser visual was enough to send the hype into overdrive. Denji is back, and MAPPA is ready to deliver! 🎁
What to Expect from the Brutal International Assassins Arc
For those who haven’t read the manga, the “Assassins Arc” is a massive deal. The scale of the story explodes as legendary assassins from China, Germany, and the USSR head to Tokyo to take Denji’s heart. ⚔️ Expect to meet iconic characters like the “First Devil Hunter” Quanxi and the mysterious Santa Claus. This arc is famous for its fast-paced, surreal action and some of the most creative battles in shonen history. It’s dark, bloody, and pure Chainsaw Man genius.
Global Fans Go Wild on X: The Internet Reacts to MAPPA’s Return
As soon as the news broke, “Chainsaw Man Season 2” and “Quanxi” immediately trended #1 and #2 on X (formerly Twitter). The global reaction has been legendary. From “MAPPA IS SAVING ANIME AGAIN” to “I’m not ready for the darkness of this arc,” the energy is off the charts. 📈 Fans are praising the decision to stick with the “Arc” naming convention, showing MAPPA’s dedication to a faithful adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s masterpiece.
The Ultimate Watch Order to Catch Up Before the New Chaos Begins
If you’re late to the party, don’t worry! To be fully prepared for the International Assassins Arc, here is your essential watch order: 🍿
- Chainsaw Man Season 1: Covers the beginning of Denji’s journey up to the Katana Man arc.
- Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc: A direct sequel to Season 1 and mandatory to understand Season 2.
- Chainsaw Man Season 2 (Assassins Arc): The upcoming new series!
Get Ready for the Darkest and Most Epic Chapter Yet
As part of the Anibu team, we’ve tracked this series since its early days in Shonen Jump. Seeing it reach this level of global fame is incredible. The International Assassins Arc shifts the story into a gear unlike any other anime. Stay tuned, keep your devil contracts ready, and let’s wait for the next trailer together! ⛓️🔥
The hype train has no brakes! Make sure to follow the official channels and watch the teaser PV to keep your excitement at max level.
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