Now—at this very moment—the world of Puella Magi Madoka Magica enters a new phase.

First broadcast as a TV anime in 2011, Puella Magi Madoka Magica ignited a massive cultural phenomenon—one truly worthy of being called a pop culture sensation.

The series was directed by Akiyuki Shimboh, a maverick genius of the anime world renowned for his distinctive visual flair—most notably in the Monogatari series. Animation production for the series was handled by SHAFT, the studio that has long partnered with Shimboh to create numerous masterpieces. The screenplay was penned by Gen Urobuchi, who rose to prominence through his game scenarios for NITRO PLUS and has earned widespread acclaim for works such as the original novels for Fate/Zero. The character concepts for the series’ endearing magical girls were designed by aokiume, creator of Hidamari Sketch.
The work created by this team left a profound impact on countless viewers. It presented a world that was at once charming and dark—a setting where pure-hearted magical girls, having traded their wishes for power, are ultimately forced to confront a cruel and unforgiving destiny. The series’ popularity continued to soar even after its initial broadcast; in 2012, a theatrical compilation consisting of two films—Part 1: Beginnings and Part 2: Eternal—was released. This was followed in 2013 by the release of Rebellion, a feature-length animated film.

That momentum has never waned—not even to this day. Numerous works expanding upon the original universe—including manga adaptations, novelizations, and the spin-off title Magia Record—have been produced and have achieved great popularity. Throughout the 2010s—and indeed, continuing into the 2020s—Puella Magi Madoka Magica has remained at the cutting edge and the very pinnacle of the medium: a living legend.

Now, in 2026, the core creative team—including Akiyuki Shimboh, Gen Urobuchi, and aokiume—has finally reunited. For this occasion, they have crafted a brand-new, original work: a legitimate sequel to the shocking final scene of Rebellion, titled Walpurgisnacht: Rising. Akemi Homura—who became a devil out of her devotion to Madoka. In a newly created world, the Magical Girls once again descend upon it. The gears of the Puella Magi Madoka Magica world now slowly begin to turn once more.