God's Game We Play episode 2 will air on AT-X, directed by Tatsuya Shiraishi. The series is produced by LINDENFILMS and has received many positive reviews.
Notable voice actors include Miku Ito, known for The Quintessential Quintuplets, as Kerlich, and Kento Ito, recognized as Goro Amemiya from Oshi no Ko for portraying the character Darks.
Gods' Games We Play is a Japanese light novel series by Kei Sazane and illustrated by Toiro Tomose. It launched online in September 2020 on Kadokawa's novel platform Kakuyomu, later published by Media Factory.
With seven volumes released under the MF Bunko J label in January 2021, it has gained popularity. The manga adaptation is illustrated by Kapiko Toriumi.
It has been serialized in Media Factory's monthly Comic Alive magazine since August 2021, with two tankobon volumes published. The anime television series adaptation by Liden Films premiered in April 2024.
Summarize
Play of the Gods is an intellectual game created by bored gods with a lot of free time. Those granted Arise, a unique power, known as Apostles, are eligible to participate in the Games of the Gods.
If they win ten, they will have a chance to make a wish. Despite trying hard, no one was able to win.
Leoleshea, a former Goddess, awakens from a deep sleep and declares, Summon the individual who reigns supreme in this age! Fay.
An undefeated man who was hailed as the best rookie in recent years after winning three consecutively, was selected. Choosing to join forces with Leoleshea, he accepts the challenge of the Games of the Gods.
Thus, the battle of wits between Fay and Leoleshea begins. In episode 1 of God's Game We Play, Fay Theo Philus, hailed as the greatest apostle of his time, returns from a six-month expedition in pursuit of a woman. which he believes is of significant importance in the series.
Upon arriving at the Ruin Branch of the Arcane Court, Fay was greeted by the Chief Clerk, who gave him detailed information about his new assignment.
Fay is tasked with overseeing Leoleshea, a former god discovered frozen in a glacier thousands of years old.
When she awakened, Leoleshea asked humans to introduce their most talented player to accompany her in the game of the gods.
Fay, with three wins since her debut and a genuine demeanor, emerged as the ideal candidate for this mission.
They set out on a quest to achieve ten victories, which allows the winner to grant any wish they desire.
The episode ends as the duo ventures through the God's Gate, entering the celestial realm of the gods to begin their first game.
Expected
In episode 2 of God's Game We Play, viewers will be introduced to the main and supporting characters, focusing on a special and daring game called Hide and God Seek involving a god.
Fans will get detailed information about Arise, special abilities granted to apostles when they choose. This game is different from traditional hide and seek because it involves more risk and involves gods.
The episode promises to delve deeper into the ascension process and the abilities of the gods.
Release date and where to watch
God's Game We Play Episode 2 will be released on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 9:30 pm JST. The international schedule is as follows:
- Canada time: 8:30 a.m. Monday, April 8, 2024
- Pacific Time: 5:30 a.m. Monday, April 8, 2024
- Australian time: 23:30 Monday, April 8, 2024
- Greenwich Time: 12:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, 2024
- Japan time: 9:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, 2024
- Central Time: 7:30 a.m. Monday, April 8, 2024
The anime will air on various channels such as Tokyo MX, Sun TV, KBS Kyoto and d-anime Store, in addition to AT-X.
Internationally, God's Game We Play Episode 2 will be streaming on Crunchyroll.