MAPPA will mark its 15th anniversary with a livestream on June 19, 2026 , where the studio is expected to reveal the next steps for its 2024 dark‑faantasy hit. The event will also feature a touring exhibition across Japanese cities and showcase other upcoming projects .

June 19, 2026 livestream likely to confirm third season

According to the source, the studio has not officially announced a third season, but speculation points to the June 19 YouTube broadcast as the venue for any confirmation. The first season, which ran from April to July 2024, earned praise for its intricate storytelling despite an initially modest reception.

New MAPPA logo and multi‑city exhibition unveiled in March 2026

In March 2026 MAPPA introduced a refreshed logo to signal a year‑long celebration, and the studio announced a physical exhibition that will travel to several Japanese cities.. The exhibition is set to highlight the studio’s portfolio,with the dark‑fantasy series positioned as a marquee attraction.

Storyline focus: Taro Yamada’s quest to revive a fallen baseball duo

The anime’s plot follows high‑school freshman Taro Yamada, who discovers his idolized middle‑school pitcher‑catcher pair, Haruka Kiyomine and Kei Kaname, now classmates at Kotesashi High. Kei’s memory loss has turned him into a disengaged class clown, prompting Taro to rebuild the duo’s talent through a nascent baseball club.

International streaming options and manga status

For global viewers, the series streams on Crunchyroll, Prime Video, and Apple TV. The manga, serialized biweekly on Manga Plus, has reached 182 chapters across 22 volumes, with the next chapter scheduled for January 7, 2026. However, an English‑language license remains unavailable.

Who will confirm the series’ future? The studio’s silence

The source notes that MAPPA has yet to name any specific producers or writers who will comment on the series’ continuation, leaving fans to rely on the upcoming livestream for concrete answers.