The 2019 isekai series Demon Lord, Retry! has arrived on Crunchyroll and Hulu, complete with English dub and subtitle options. The 12-episode run follows Akira Oono, the developer of the MMORPG Infinity Game, who finds himself transported into the game world as the Demon Lord Hakuto Kunai after shutting down the servers.
Studio XEBEC, known for series like Space Brothers and To Love Ru, handled the animation for this fantasy comedy. The show leans into its premise as Hakuto, an unlikely anti-hero, navigates this new world, often using his game knowledge to overcome challenges while dealing with a primarily female cast and harem elements.
While the series scored a 6.96 on MyAnimeList, its unique setup—a middle-aged game developer forced to embody his own villainous creation—offers a distinct twist on the typical isekai formula. Hakuto's initial goal is to shut down the game's systems from within, but he quickly becomes embroiled in protecting a young girl named Aku from demons, showcasing an unexpected heroic streak.
Demon Lord, Retry! adapts the manga of the same name and has since spawned a sequel manga, Demon Lord, Retry! R, hinting at further adventures for Hakuto. With all 12 episodes now available to stream on both Crunchyroll and Hulu, viewers can experience the complete first season's blend of action, parody, and isekai tropes.
