Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games Is Tough for Mobs captured fans with its unique blend of isekai, comedy, and romance. Following the success of its first season, which aired from April to June 2022, Studio ENGI announced a second season on December 26, 2022. As anticipation builds, fans are eager for updates on the release date, cast, and plot of Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2. Here’s everything we know so far.
Release Date Speculation for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2
As of May 2025, no official release date for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2 has been confirmed. However, based on the production timeline of the first season, which was announced in November 2021 and premiered in April 2022, speculation points to a potential release in late 2025 or early 2026. The second season’s production was greenlit in December 2022, and considering typical anime production schedules, a 2025 release remains plausible, though delays due to scheduling or unforeseen circumstances could push it to 2026.
Expected Cast for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2
While no official cast confirmations have been made for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2, it’s highly likely that the core voice actors will reprise their roles, given the show’s popularity and continuity in anime adaptations. The expected returning cast includes:
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Yusuke Kobayashi as Leon Fou Bartfort, the cunning protagonist navigating the otome game world.
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Yumiri Hanamori as Olivia, the kind-hearted commoner and game protagonist.
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Yurika Kubo as Angelica Rapha Redgrave, the former villainess turned ally.
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Yusuke Shirai as Luxion, Leon’s sarcastic AI companion.
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Atsumi Tanezaki as Marie Fou Lafan, a manipulative new student shaking up the story.
Potential Plot for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2
Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 1 adapted the first two volumes of Yomu Mishima’s light novel series, following Leon Fou Bartfort, a young man reincarnated into an otome game as a background character. Armed with knowledge of the game’s plot and his AI companion Luxion, Leon disrupted the story, forming bonds with Olivia and Angelica while clashing with Marie, who seeks to seize the protagonist’s role. Season 2 is expected to pick up from Volume 3, diving deeper into Leon’s challenges in the Holfort Kingdom.
Where to Watch Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2
Season 1 is available on Crunchyroll, which also provided an English dub shortly after its Japanese premiere. Given Crunchyroll’s involvement, Season 2 is expected to stream on the platform with both subbed and dubbed options.
