HIDIVE has announced an exciting lineup for Anime Frontier 2025, set to feature the North American premiere of Chained Soldier Season 2 and the world premiere of the English dub for Dusk Beyond the End of the World. The streaming service will host a three-day showcase of its upcoming Winter 2026 season and other titles from December 12 to 14, 2025, at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
Chained Soldier Season 2 Set for North American Premiere with Special Guest
Fans of the popular dark fantasy series Chained Soldier (also known as Mato Seihei no Slave) will get an early look at the second season during its North American premiere at Anime Frontier 2025. This highly anticipated screening is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM Central Time. The event will take place in Room 204AB on the Second Floor of the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Adding to the excitement, Japanese voice actress Yukana, known for her role as Fubuki Azuma in the series, is confirmed to be a special guest at the premiere panel. HIDIVE has confirmed it will stream Chained Soldier Season 2 as part of its Winter 2026 lineup. The second season is slated to officially premiere in Japan on January 8 across Tokyo MX, BS Asahi, MBS, and AT-X.
Dusk Beyond the End of the World English Dub to Debut Globally
The world premiere of the English dub for the sci-fi anime Dusk Beyond the End of the World will also be a highlight of HIDIVE’s presence at Anime Frontier. This exclusive first look is scheduled for Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2:45 PM Central Time. The series aired its prologue and first episode in Japan in late September and early October of the current year.
A Full Slate of Screenings and Premieres from HIDIVE
HIDIVE’s Anime Frontier 2025 schedule is packed with a total of six special screenings, including both new simulcast titles for its Winter 2026 season and English dub premieres for popular Fall 2025 shows. All panels and screenings hosted by HIDIVE are free and accessible to all Anime Frontier badge holders.
Friday, December 12, 2025
The convention kicks off with special dub screenings of two fan-favorite Fall 2025 simulcasts:
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM CST: Hero Without a Class: Who Even Needs Skills?! Special Dub Screening at Fort Worth Convention Center, Second Floor, Room 202CD.
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST: My Gift Lvl 9999 Unlimited Gacha Special Dub Screening at Fort Worth Convention Center, Second Floor, Room 202CD.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
In addition to Chained Soldier Season 2, Saturday will feature another North American premiere:
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST: HELL MODE: The Hardcore Gamer Dominates in Another World with Garbage Balancing North American Premiere at Fort Worth Convention Center, Second Floor, Room 202AB.
Sunday, December 14, 2025
The final day of Anime Frontier will include another North American premiere before the Dusk Beyond the End of the World dub debut:
- 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM CST: Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling North American Premiere at Fort Worth Convention Center, Second Floor, Room 202CD.
Anime Frontier 2025, organized by Clarion Events North America, will celebrate its fifth anniversary, offering a diverse range of activities, panels, and appearances for anime enthusiasts.
