In the vast landscape of manga-turned-anime dominating viewership charts, SK8 the Infinity has emerged as a standout original anime in the adventure sports genre, defying the trend and garnering popularity. As its inaugural season concludes, the burning question lingers – will the thrilling narrative continue?
In an era where shonen and supernatural anime saturate every platform, the infusion of dynamic genres like sports and music provides anime with a multi-faceted allure, introducing diversity in thematic content. Currently reigning supreme as the most beloved sports anime, the volleyball-centric Haikyu!! sets the standard, while SK8 the Infinity stands as the Haikyu!! equivalent for skateboard enthusiasts.
Hailing from the prestigious Studio Bones, SK8 the Infinity made its debut on ABC and TV Asahi’s ANiMAZiNG!!! programming block in January, captivating audiences until April 2021. The 12 riveting episodes paved the way for a manga adaptation, serialized on the BookLive! e-book shop in March 2021.
For those inclined to delve into the temporal aspects, it has been three years since the escapades of Reki and Langa graced our screens. The looming question persists – will SK8 the Infinity grace us with a second season?
The release date of SK8 the Infinity season 2 remains shrouded in uncertainty. Unlike most anime series that draw inspiration from manga for subsequent seasons, SK8 the Infinity relies solely on the imaginative collaboration between writer Ichirō Ōkouchi and director Hiroko Utsumi to shape and propel the storyline forward.
At the core of SK8 the Infinity lies the intertwined lives of Reki, a vivacious high school sophomore, and Langa, his recently arrived classmate—a half-Japanese student from Canada now dwelling in Okinawa. Their camaraderie blossoms as they venture into S, a clandestine and exhilarating underground skateboarding competition.
A year post the conclusion of its debut season on April 4, 2021, the official confirmation of SK8 the Infinity’s second season graced fans on Aug. 14, 2022. Accompanied by a tantalizing trailer, the announcement unfolded through the official SK8 the Infinity X account, revealing an additional treat for fans – a new OVA episode accompanying the upcoming season.
Despite the passage of over a year since the announcement, the release date for SK8 the Infinity season 2 remains elusive. Enthusiasts can relish the anticipation of witnessing the dynamic duo on screen once more. Adding to the excitement, Studio Bones has unveiled the first visual of SK8 the Infinity OVA, igniting a fervor among fans (via Anime News Network). The seasoned crew from the inaugural season will return to helm the OVA, with Studio Bones poised to breathe fresh life into the beloved characters once again.
