Netflix has ignited anticipation among anime enthusiasts with the release of a gripping new teaser trailer for Record of Ragnarok III, the highly awaited third season of the action-packed series. Unveiled at Anime Expo 2025, the trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the next chapter of the cosmic showdown between gods and humans, slated to premiere exclusively on Netflix in December 2025.
The trailer opens with a thunderous clash of divine and mortal forces, setting the tone for the pivotal seventh battle in the Record of Ragnarok tournament. With the score tied at three wins each for gods and humans, the teaser art and footage spotlight the monumental face-off between the First Emperor and the King of the Netherworld. Dramatic visuals showcase a flurry of dynamic combat sequences, underscored by a pulsating soundtrack that amplifies the tension of this fate-deciding duel. The animation, now handled by Yumeta Company and Maru Animation—replacing studio Graphinica from previous seasons—appears sharper and more vibrant, hinting at a visual upgrade for the series.
Directed by Kouichi Hatsumi, known for his work on Tokyo Revengers, and animated by Yumeta Company and Maru Animation, this season promises to elevate the stakes with its signature blend of mythological spectacle and intense combat.
Netflix’s announcement emphasizes the narrative weight of this season. The trailer teases intricate character designs and sprawling battle arenas, capturing the grandeur of the Record of Ragnarok universe. Key moments highlight the First Emperor’s commanding presence and the eerie, otherworldly aura of the King of the Netherworld, suggesting a clash of contrasting combat styles and philosophies. The production shift to Yumeta Company and Maru Animation, under Hatsumi’s direction, signals a fresh creative approach while maintaining the series’ hallmark intensity.
What Record of Ragnarok III is About
Record of Ragnarok III continues the epic saga based on the manga by Shinya Umemura, Takumi Fukui, and Ajichika. The series centers on a celestial tournament where the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. Every thousand years, the gods convene to decide whether mankind deserves to survive. In this iteration, they decree humanity’s extinction, only for the Valkyrie Brunhilde to propose a last-ditch contest: Ragnarok, a series of one-on-one battles between thirteen human champions and thirteen divine warriors. If humanity secures seven victories, they earn the right to exist for another millennium.
Season 3 picks up with the tournament at a critical juncture, with the gods and humans deadlocked at three wins apiece. The seventh battle, teased in the trailer, pits the First Emperor—presumably a historical figure of immense stature—against the King of the Netherworld, a formidable deity shrouded in mystery. The season explores themes of destiny, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit, as mortal champions, drawn from history’s greatest warriors, face off against gods wielding supernatural powers. Each fight is not only a test of strength but also a clash of ideologies, with the human fighters embodying resilience against the gods’ hubris.
The narrative promises to delve deeper into the backstories of its combatants, weaving historical and mythological elements into a high-stakes drama. With Hatsumi at the helm, Record of Ragnarok III is expected to amplify the emotional depth and philosophical undertones of the series, while delivering the visceral action fans crave. As the trailer suggests, this season will push the boundaries of the tournament’s spectacle, with the outcome of the seventh battle poised to tip the scales in this cosmic struggle.
Scheduled for release in December 2025, Record of Ragnarok III is poised to captivate audiences with its blend of mythological grandeur and heart-pounding battles, exclusively on Netflix.
