The isekai anime series Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs returns with its second season, and fans are eager for the next episode. Episode 3 is scheduled to arrive soon, continuing the adventures of Leon as he navigates the tricky world of otome games. Here is everything you need to know about the release date, streaming platforms, and what happened in the previous episode.
The second season of this popular anime premiered on July 8, 2026, as part of the Summer 2026 anime lineup. The series has been confirmed to have 12 episodes in total, following a weekly release schedule. Episode 3 is set to air on July 22, 2026.
Episode 3 Release Date and Time
Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2 Episode 3 will premiere in Japan on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The episode will first air on the AT-X channel at 11:30 p.m. JST. Following the TV broadcast, it will be available on streaming platforms.
For international viewers, the release times are as follows:
- Pacific Time (US) – 7:30 a.m. PDT
- Eastern Time (US) – 10:30 a.m. EDT
- UK Time – 3:30 p.m. BST
- Central Europe – 4:30 p.m. CEST
- India Time – 8:00 p.m. IST
The episode will also be available on ABEMA at 12:30 a.m. JST (effectively July 23 at 12:30 a.m.) and on d Anime Store at the same time. Crunchyroll will stream the episode the same day as its Japanese release.
Where to Stream Episode 3
Fans outside Japan can watch Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2 Episode 3 on Crunchyroll. The platform offers simulcast streaming with English subtitles and other language options. Crunchyroll is the main international distributor for the series.
In Japan, the episode will be available on ABEMA and d Anime Store. ABEMA offers a free one-week viewing of the latest episodes for its users. The episode also airs on TOKYO MX at 25:00 (1:00 a.m. JST the next day) and BS NTV on July 23 at 25:00 (1:00 a.m. JST).
English Dub Release
Crunchyroll has announced that the English dub for Trapped in a Dating Sim Season 2 will premiere on July 22, 2026. The English dub will be available for streaming on the same day as the subtitled version. Joanthan Rigg is directing the dub, with Clayton Browning handling the adaptation.
What Happened in Episode 2
Episode 2, which aired on July 15, 2026, continued the story as Leon and his group traveled to new locations. Kyle’s people greeted him warmly, but they noticed something unusual when he introduced his mother, Yumeria, who looked surprisingly young. Leon used this chance to investigate Marie further.
During his search, Leon met Marie near some ruins and discovered that she also had memories of her past life and knowledge of the otome game. This revelation created tension between them. While exploring the ruins, they found a lab where elves were creating monsters designed to destroy humans. The episode ended with Luxion destroying the underground lab and opening a mysterious box. A strange hand emerged from the box, and Yumeria reacted silently to the event. Kyle also seemed to be tracking something that others had missed.
What to Expect in Episode 3
Episode 3 will likely deal with the aftermath of Luxion’s destruction of the lab. The origin of the mysterious hand remains unknown. Yumeria may have more information about what happened, given her reaction. Kyle’s strange behavior is still unexplained.
The episode will also address Marie’s secret, which Leon now knows about. With Leon aware that Marie has memories of her past life, their relationship may develop in new ways. The fortune-telling of the village chief, which was mentioned earlier, could also play a role in the upcoming episode.
The official website has released preview images for Episode 3, which is titled “Oi, Kusogaki” (Hey, Brat). The episode will continue the Alzer Republic arc, which introduces new political factions, academy dynamics, and fresh characters.
Cast and Crew
The second season features the returning Japanese cast:
- Takeo Ōtsuka as Leon
- Kana Ichinose as Olivia
- Fairouz Ai as Angelica
- Ayane Sakura as Marie
- Akira Ishida as Luxion
- Kenichi Suzumura as Julius Rapha Holfort
- Kōsuke Toriumi as Jilk Fia Marmoria
- Shinnosuke Tachibana as Brad Fou Field
- Kōji Yusa as Chris Fia Arclight
- Nobuyuki Hiyama as Greg Fou Seberg
Kazuya Miura is directing the season, with Kerita Ihara handling series composition. Masahiko Suzuki is in charge of character designs, and animation is being produced by ENGI.
The opening theme song is “Jinsei Endroll” by Ando, and the ending theme is “Ashita wa Ashita no Que Sera Sera” by MEISHOHIKOKAI.
The series is based on the light novels by Yomu Mishima with illustrations by Monda. The novels began in 2015 under the title Otome Game Sekai wa Mob ni Kibishii Sekai Desu. Seven Seas is publishing the series in North America.
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Episode Schedule
The second season will have 12 episodes, with new episodes arriving weekly. The schedule is as follows:
- Episode 1 – July 8, 2026
- Episode 2 – July 15, 2026
- Episode 3 – July 22, 2026
- Episode 4 – July 29, 2026
- Episode 5 – August 5, 2026
- Episode 6 – August 12, 2026
- Episode 7 – August 19, 2026
- Episode 8 – August 26, 2026
- Episode 9 – September 2, 2026
- Episode 10 – September 9, 2026
- Episode 11 – September 16, 2026
- Episode 12 – September 23, 2026
The series is adapting volumes 4 through 6 of the light novels, with about four episodes per volume.
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