Tokyo, Japan – Yū Hashimoto’s popular romantic comedy manga, 2.5 Dimensional Seduction (2.5 Jigen no Lilysa), is officially concluding, with Shueisha announcing that the series will end in four chapters following the release of chapter 196. The revelation came on Saturday, October 25, 2025, confirming the imminent finale for fans who have followed the cosplay-centric story since its 2019 debut on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ website.
The manga, known for its blend of otaku culture and romantic entanglements, is expected to reach its climax with approximately 200 chapters in total. This announcement follows the series’ entry into its final arc, titled “Tenshi no Manimani” (At the Mercy of an Angel), which began in September 2025 with chapter 194.
The Road to Conclusion for Okumura and Lilysa
2.5 Dimensional Seduction centers on Okumura, the president of his school’s manga club, whose world revolves around 2D manga characters, particularly the fictional Lilliel. His life takes a 3D turn with the arrival of Lilysa, a passionate cosplayer who shares his love for Lilliel and convinces him to become her photographer. The series explores the blurring lines between 2D and 3D interests as their relationship and the dynamics within the manga club evolve.
The impending conclusion has been a topic of discussion among fans since the final arc commenced. The narrative of this concluding phase kicked off with the mysterious disappearance of Mikari Tachibana from school, setting the stage for significant character developments, including Mikari’s journey to confess her feelings to Okumura. Okumura, who initially favored 2D girls due to past trauma, has been increasingly questioning his preferences throughout the series, adding depth to the anticipated romantic resolutions.
Publication Schedule and Final Chapter Details
With chapter 196 having been released, the manga has four more installments before its complete serialization. Given its regular release schedule of new chapters every other Saturday, fans can anticipate the next chapter around November 8. This schedule points towards the grand finale arriving in the coming weeks, allowing the story to round out its substantial run.
Manga’s Broader Impact and Adaptations
Since its launch in June 2019, 2.5 Dimensional Seduction has garnered significant popularity, accumulating over 1.7 million copies in circulation. Its success extended beyond the manga pages with a television anime adaptation, produced by J.C.Staff, which premiered in July 2024. The anime aired for two consecutive cours and has already announced a second season, indicating the franchise’s strong appeal. HIDIVE is currently streaming the anime, including an English dub.
Furthermore, the franchise expanded into the gaming world with a smartphone game titled 2.5 Dimensional Seduction: Angels on Stage!, developed by Aiming and Team Caravan. The game launched for iOS and Android in September 2024, with a PC version released in October 2024. This multi-platform presence highlights the series’ widespread impact and the dedicated fanbase it has cultivated over the years.
As the final chapters unfold, readers are eagerly awaiting the definitive resolutions for Okumura, Lilysa, and the rest of the colorful cast, marking the end of a beloved romantic comedy journey.
