The beloved Code Geass franchise has announced a slate of new anime and manga projects, alongside a television broadcast for Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture, as part of its expansive “Road to CODE GEASS 20th Year” initiative celebrating its upcoming 20th anniversary in 2026. These revelations, made at a special event on December 7, 2025, signal a significant expansion of the Code Geass universe, promising fresh narratives and nostalgic returns for fans worldwide.
A New Chapter: Code Geass: Hoshioi no Aspar Anime Announced
Headlining the announcements is an entirely new anime project titled Code Geass: Hoshioi no Aspar (literally: The Star-Chasing Aspar). This new series is poised to offer a fresh perspective on the Code Geass world, featuring a brand-new creative team. Kazuya Nomura is slated to direct, with Mado Nozaki handling the series composition, and character designs provided by Rorua. This project is positioned as a reimagining, indicating a potentially different approach to the established lore.
Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture Set for TV Broadcast in 2026
Fans eager to re-experience the latest anime installment will be pleased to learn that Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture is confirmed to receive a 12-episode TV broadcast starting in July 2026. The four-part film series, directed by Yoshimitsu Ohashi and produced by Sunrise, originally premiered in Japanese theaters from May to August 2024 and was streamed worldwide as a 12-episode series on Disney+ via its Star content hub. This TV airing will allow a broader audience to delve into the story set five years after Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection, featuring a new protagonist and exciting mecha battles. The TV version will include a cast featuring Kohei Amasaki, Makoto Furukawa, and Reina Ueda, with music by Kenji Kawai.
Expanding the Narrative with New Manga Series
The Code Geass franchise is also venturing into new manga territory, bridging existing storylines and introducing fresh collaborations.
Code Geass: Pure Almaria Connects the Dots
A new manga titled Code Geass: Pure Almaria launched on Kadokawa’s Kadocomi website in January 2025. Written by Fumiya Nagatsuki with artwork by Atsushi Soga and overseen by Sunrise producer Kōjirō Taniguchi, this manga aims to connect the events between Code Geass: Lelouch of the Re;surrection and Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture. The story is set after the kidnapping of Zero and Nunnally by the Kingdom of Zilkhstan, exploring the aftermath and deepening the lore. It follows Izayoi agents Hakuba Soga and Satori Richelieu during a large-scale armed conflict in Kyrgyzstan, with familiar faces like Gino Weinberg and Zero expected to appear.
Code Geass x Gundam Wing Crossover Manga
In an unexpected collaboration, a new manga project will bring together Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion and Mobile Suit Gundam Wing. Further details on this crossover are anticipated, promising an intriguing fusion of two iconic mecha franchises.
“Road to CODE GEASS 20th Year”: A Calendar of Celebrations
The “Road to CODE GEASS 20th Year” project outlines a series of events and initiatives leading up to the 20th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade-long plan for new content that began with Lelouch of the Re;surrection in 2019.
Special Events and Screenings
A memorial event, “Code Geass Project ‘To 20th'”, was held on December 7, 2025, in Tokyo, featuring voice actors Jun Fukuyama (Lelouch Lamperouge), Kohei Amasaki (Rozé), and Makoto Furukawa (Ash). The event included a special talk, a new reading drama, and announcements of new information.
Additionally, a revival screening event titled “CODE GEASS 20th Anniversary Retrospective: Road to CODE GEASS 20th Year” is scheduled to begin on January 6, 2026. This event will sequentially screen all 13 theatrical films from the franchise through June 2026, including the Lelouch of the Rebellion compilation films, the Akito the Exiled films, Lelouch of the Re;surrection, and the four parts of Rozé of the Recapture.
Musical Sequel and Merchandise
A sequel to the Code Geass: Seido ni Junzuru Kishi (Knight on the Path of Righteousness) musical, which first premiered in September 2023, is set to open in January 2026. Ryotaro Akazawa and Koji Kominami are confirmed to reprise their roles as Suzaku Kururugi and Lelouch Lamperouge, respectively.
A large-scale 20th-anniversary exhibition is also in the works, planned for Tokyo in September 2026 and Osaka in November 2026, accompanied by a wide array of commemorative merchandise, including model kits and articulated figures.
Free Streaming and Game Updates
The original Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion TV series will be streamed for free on the official Code Geass YouTube channel, with two new episodes released each weekend. Furthermore, the Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Lost Stories mobile and PC game will receive a Recapture of Rozé chapter, expanding its in-game narrative.
These announcements underscore the enduring legacy and ongoing expansion of the Code Geass franchise, promising an exciting period for fans as it approaches its two-decade milestone.
