Code Geass: Star Chaser Aspal, known in Japanese as Code Geass: Hoshi Oi no Aspal, is a completely new anime project from Sunrise. A teaser visual and promotional video were released on September 26, 2026 as the franchise approaches the 20th anniversary of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion.
What the Star Chaser Aspal teaser reveals
The teaser introduces a new cast and an unfamiliar mechanical design rather than presenting the project as another edit of Lelouch's story. The official visual credits the machine as an “Agalmata”, distinguishing it from the Knightmare Frame terminology most closely associated with earlier Code Geass entries. Sunrise has not yet published a full synopsis, character list or voice cast.
Confirmed production staff
Kazuya Nomura, whose directing credits include Moriarty the Patriot and Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie, is directing. Novelist and screenwriter Mado Nozaki handles series composition, while illustrator Rolua is responsible for character design.
- Director: Kazuya Nomura
- Series composition: Mado Nozaki
- Character design: Rolua
- Agalmata design: Yoshi.
- Original planning and animation: Sunrise
The mix of staff is notable because it brings together creators from anime direction, speculative fiction and illustration. It also confirms that Sunrise is handling animation production directly. The official site identifies the work as being in production, so details beyond the published credits should remain provisional.
Is there a release date?
The project has been reported for 2027, but Sunrise has not announced an exact premiere date, episode count, broadcast network or international streaming service on the official teaser site. Fans should therefore treat any more specific schedule circulating online as unconfirmed until the production committee updates its channels.
Star Chaser Aspal is part of the wider Code Geass anniversary activity, but it should not be confused with Rozé of the Recapture or a remake of the original television series. Its new title, cast imagery and production label point to a separate story within the franchise.
See the official Star Chaser Aspal website and the Code Geass news portal for confirmed updates. More anime announcements are collected in OtaHub's Anime section.
