04/07/2012 - 09/22/2012 Finished
Accel World (アクセル・ワールド)
Haruyuki Arita is an overweight, bullied middle schooler who finds solace in playing online games. But his life takes a drastic turn one day, when he finds that all his high scores have been topped by Kuroyukihime, the popular vice president of the student council. She then invites him to the student lounge and introduces him to "Brain Burst," a program which allows the users to accelerate their brain waves to the point where time seems to stop. Brain Burst also functions as an augmented reality fighting game, and in order to get more points to accelerate, users must win duels against other players. However, if a user loses all their points, they will also lose access to Brain Burst forever. Kuroyukihime explains that she chose to show Haruyuki the program because she needs his help. She wants to meet the creator of Brain Burst and uncover the reason of why it was created, but that's easier said than done; to do so, she must defeat the "Six Kings of Pure Color," powerful faction leaders within the game, and reach level 10, the highest level attainable. After the girl helps Haruyuki overcome the bullies that torment him, he vows to help her realize her goal, and so begins the duo's fight to reach the top.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Accel World has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Accel World doesn't have a single filler episode: all 24 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 24 episodes of Accel World aired in 2012 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Accel World is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 24 without detours. If you came looking for which Accel World episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Acceleration04/07/2012 | 04/07/2012 | Canon |
| 2 | Transformation04/14/2012 | 04/14/2012 | Canon |
| 3 | Investigation04/21/2012 | 04/21/2012 | Canon |
| 4 | Declaration04/28/2012 | 04/28/2012 | Canon |
| 5 | Aviation05/05/2012 | 05/05/2012 | Canon |
| 6 | Retribution05/12/2012 | 05/12/2012 | Canon |
| 7 | Restoration05/19/2012 | 05/19/2012 | Canon |
| 8 | Temptation05/26/2012 | 05/26/2012 | Canon |
| 9 | Escalation06/02/2012 | 06/02/2012 | Canon |
| 10 | Activation06/16/2012 | 06/16/2012 | Canon |
| 11 | Obligation06/23/2012 | 06/23/2012 | Canon |
| 12 | Absolution06/30/2012 | 06/30/2012 | Canon |
| 13 | Violation07/07/2012 | 07/07/2012 | Canon |
| 14 | Arrestation07/14/2012 | 07/14/2012 | Canon |
| 15 | Destruction07/21/2012 | 07/21/2012 | Canon |
| 16 | Imagination07/28/2012 | 07/28/2012 | Canon |
| 17 | Fragmentation08/04/2012 | 08/04/2012 | Canon |
| 18 | Invitation08/11/2012 | 08/11/2012 | Canon |
| 19 | Revolution08/18/2012 | 08/18/2012 | Canon |
| 20 | Domination08/25/2012 | 08/25/2012 | Canon |
| 21 | Insurrection09/01/2012 | 09/01/2012 | Canon |
| 22 | Determination09/08/2012 | 09/08/2012 | Canon |
| 23 | Consolidation09/15/2012 | 09/15/2012 | Canon |
| 24 | Reincarnation09/22/2012 | 09/22/2012 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Accel World have?
Accel World has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Accel World have?
In total, Accel World has 24 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Accel World?
It is recommended to watch Accel World in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Accel World online?
Accel World is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Accel World a complete anime?
Yes, Accel World is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Accel World have?
No, Accel World does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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