Chained Soldier (魔都精兵のスレイブ) Season 2 has launched a special “Reward Version” for viewers who want the expanded cut. It’s easy to miss if you only check the usual TV listings, so here’s the quick guide to what it is, where it streams, and why “24:30” actually means after midnight. ⏰
Reward Version is now streaming with an exclusive schedule
The official schedule lists the Season 2 “Reward Version” as an exclusive streaming release on AnimeFesta, d Anime Store, and DMM TV. It begins weekly from Tuesday at 24:30 in Japan.
One more detail: AT-X also has a “Reward Version” broadcast slot, but for streaming, the exclusive lineup is the three services above.
What “Reward Version” means compared with the TV cut
“Reward Version” is presented as a special edition that keeps certain scene details closer to the intended presentation. In other words, it’s positioned as a version with fewer broadcast-style limitations than the standard TV cut.
If you just want the simplest rule: TV cut is the broadcast-friendly version, while Reward Version is the premium-style edition.
Time tip: Tuesday 24:30 equals Wednesday 00:30
Japan schedules often use “24:30” instead of “00:30.” That means Tuesday 24:30 is the same moment as Wednesday 00:30.
So if you see “Tuesday 24:30” on a platform page, expect it to appear shortly after midnight.
Where to watch without picking the wrong version
To watch the Reward Version, go directly to the platform pages that label it clearly. For AnimeFesta, use the title page here: AnimeFesta title page. If you’re a d Anime Store user, this listing is the fastest shortcut: d Anime Store listing.
If you’re checking ABEMA and can’t find “Reward Version,” that’s expected—ABEMA is listed for advance streaming of the TV broadcast version, not the Reward Version.
How to keep up with weekly updates
For the cleanest, always-current reference, bookmark the official schedule page and check the “STREAMING” section before each week’s drop: Official schedule and streaming info.
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