During the Aniplex Online Fest it was confirmed that Fate/strange Fakeone of the most anticipated animes in recent years, will not debut in 2025 as many anticipated. The company announced that the official premiere will be January 3, 2026and accompanied it with a new trailer, promotional visual and the revelation of the artists who will perform the main theme. Besides, Crunchyroll confirmed that it will broadcast the series in English-speaking territories, Latin America and Europe.
A delay that increases expectation
In recent months, rumors have circulated that the premiere of Fate/strange Fake It could split into sporadic emissions or suffer complications in production. However, the new date clears up doubts: the story will arrive in a regular format and with the full support of Aniplex. Although the wait extends a few more months, the confirmation in January 2026 represents a relief for the community.
New trailer and official visual
The trailer shown during the event reaffirms that the visual level remains intact compared to the first presentations of the project. The animation preserves the dark and elegant tone that characterizes the productions of the saga. Fatewith battles full of tension and a complex narrative approach that distances itself from other installments. The promotional visual, for its part, places the protagonists at the center of an uncertain destiny.
Confirmed date and what is known
The release date is officially set for January 3, 2026. Previously there was speculation of a launch in the last quarter of 2025, but now the wait has a clear end point. This delay, far from generating frustration, has increased the expectation to see how this adaptation expands the franchise with a different narrative approach.
A title for new and old fans
The franchise Fate has garnered multiple memorable sagas, from Unlimited Blade Works until Heaven's Feeland Fate/strange Fake seeks to position itself as one of the most innovative deliveries. For those who have not followed each previous arc, this anime represents an accessible gateway to the IP, since it takes place in an alternative setting with its own rules, but maintaining the essence of the conflict between magicians and servants.
And what do you think: will waiting until 2026 make Fate/strange Fake shine even brighter or are you afraid that so much anticipation will work against you? We read them in comments.
