"Jujutsu Kaisen" (written by Gege Akutami) is a popular manga series that has surpassed 100 million copies in circulation and is well-loved globally. It was serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" and reached its conclusion with the final chapter (Chapter 271) in the 44th issue of "Weekly Shonen Jump" on September 30, 2024.

The anime adaptation first aired in 2020, and due to its high quality, it became a mega-hit, following in the footsteps of "Demon Slayer" as another globally popular Jump work. Shortly after the conclusion of the second season, the production of "The Culling Game" arc was announced, though detailed information has yet to be revealed.

In this article, we will predict and explain when Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 might be aired, specifically focusing on the Culling Game Arc and which parts of the original manga will be adapted.

Is "The Culling Game" the Third Season? Release Date and Streaming Platforms

The production of "The Culling Game Arc" for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 has been confirmed, but it hasn't been announced whether it will be released as the third season of the anime series or as a movie.

The Culling Game Arc covers the storyline from volume 16 to volume 25 of the manga, spanning a total of 85 chapters. Given the many characters and episodes in this arc, it is unlikely that it will be adapted as a movie, which suggests that it might instead be a two-cour TV anime series (about 24-26 episodes).

Based on that assumption, we can predict the airing schedule. The first season aired from October 2020 to March 2021, and the second season aired from July to December 2023. Considering this interval, Season 3 could start airing around April 2026 if it is adapted into a TV anime series.

The production will continue to be handled by MAPPA, and the broadcast network is expected to be the same as before, namely the 28 nationwide channels in the MBS/TBS network. However, we will have to wait for further announcements from the official sources regarding the exact airing schedule and other details.

Which Chapters of the Manga Will Be Covered in JJK Season3 The Culling Game Arc? Total Episodes

The Culling Game arc spans from chapter 138 in volume 16 to chapter 222 in volume 25 of the original manga, totaling 85 chapters.

The first season adapted 63 chapters over 24 episodes, while the second season covered chapters 64 to 139, totaling 76 chapters across 23 episodes. Typically, each season covers roughly 70 chapters from the original manga. If the third season follows a similar pattern, it might not be able to adapt the entire 85-chapter arc within two cours.

The story reaches a significant turning point at chapter 208 in volume 23, so it's possible that the adaptation will conclude there. However, depending on the structure of the anime and the number of episodes, it is also possible that all 85 chapters from volume 16 to 25 will be adapted.

Additionally, the recent promotional trends in anime are noteworthy.

For example, [Oshi no Ko] featured a 90-minute long episode to encapsulate the prologue, while 'Frieren: Beyond Journey's End' aired the first four episodes consecutively, generating buzz. For 'Jujutsu Kaisen's' Culling Game, an unconventional release method might also be adopted.

In any case, since both the first and second seasons were consecutive two-cour broadcasts, it is likely that the third season will also be around 23-24 episodes in two cours.

So far, the first season covered 63 chapters, while the second season covered 76 chapters. If the third season is produced at a similar pace, it is likely to cover about 60-70 chapters. Since the "Culling Game" arc spans 85 chapters, it's possible that not all of it will be adapted within two cours. In that case, the story may conclude around chapter 208 in volume 23, where it reaches a major development.

What is The Culling Gamee? The Flow from Shibuya Incident Arc to The Culling Game Arc

The "Culling Game" is an episode that immediately follows the "Shibuya Incident" covered in the second season of the anime. The Culling Game refers to a deadly battle organized by Noritoshi Kamo, the sorcerer who took over Suguru Geto's body, to deepen understanding of cursed energy.

The game, orchestrated by Noritoshi Kamo, involves a deadly competition among jujutsu sorcerers. Due to a remotely activated spell by Kamo, the brains of non-sorcerers are transformed into those of sorcerers, dragging numerous civilians into the game as well. Fushiguro's stepsister Tsumiki is also caught up in it, and Gojo's power is essential to stop the game. Yuji and the others rise up to rescue the civilians caught up in The Culling Game and to free Gojo from the Prison Realm.

Teaser Video of The Culling Game

About Jujutsu kaisen

Jujutsu Kaisen began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in March 2018, and the story follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he is drawn into a world of battles against curses after the seal of a powerful cursed object is broken.

The manga has now surpassed 100 million copies in circulation. The TV anime, which aired from October 2020 to March 2021, gained immense popularity, followed by the release of a feature film in December 2021. The second season aired from July to December 2023, and it has been announced that the sequel arc, Jujutsu Kaisen: Culling Game, is set to be produced.

Conclusion

The specific release date for 'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 3, "The Culling Game Arc," has not yet been announced, but based on the previous broadcast schedule, it is expected to air around April 2026. The production will continue to be handled by MAPPA, and it is likely to be a two-cour season. Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates from the official channels.

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Source : ORICON NEWS