Original
04/06/2006 - 09/28/2006 Finished
.hack//Roots
After the termination of the incredibly popular virtual reality MMORPG "The World," a new version of the game—The World R:2—is brought online. On his first day in the game, newcomer Haseo thinks he has made some friends to quest with. However, as if mocking his sentiments, they kill his character just for fun. Luckily, he is saved by a mysterious, one-armed player named Ovan who offers to show him around The World. Alongside Ovan and his cleric friend Shino, Haseo enjoys a wonderful first year in the game. But this peaceful life is shattered when Shino's character is killed by a familiar figure notoriously known as Tri-Edge, whose victims have all fallen into comas in the real world. In a fit of rage, Haseo vows to find the elusive Tri-Edge and kill him. Taking place during Haseo's first year in The World, .hack//Roots explores the friendships Haseo built in the game before Tri-Edge ripped them away.
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does .hack//Roots have? Well, currently .hack//Roots has a total of 3 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
Secuela
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! .hack//Roots doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 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 26 episodes of .hack//Roots aired in 2006 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 .hack//Roots is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which .hack//Roots episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome to The World04/06/2006 | 04/06/2006 | Canon |
| 2 | Twilight Brigade04/13/2006 | 04/13/2006 | Canon |
| 3 | Join04/20/2006 | 04/20/2006 | Canon |
| 4 | Forefeel04/27/2006 | 04/27/2006 | Canon |
| 5 | Distrust05/04/2006 | 05/04/2006 | Canon |
| 6 | Conflict05/11/2006 | 05/11/2006 | Canon |
| 7 | Intrigue05/18/2006 | 05/18/2006 | Canon |
| 8 | Starting05/25/2006 | 05/25/2006 | Canon |
| 9 | Melee06/01/2006 | 06/01/2006 | Canon |
| 10 | Missing06/08/2006 | 06/08/2006 | Canon |
| 11 | Discord06/15/2006 | 06/15/2006 | Canon |
| 12 | Breakup06/22/2006 | 06/22/2006 | Canon |
| 13 | Tragedy06/29/2006 | 06/29/2006 | Canon |
| 14 | Lost One07/06/2006 | 07/06/2006 | Canon |
| 15 | Pad07/13/2006 | 07/13/2006 | Canon |
| 16 | Resolution07/20/2006 | 07/20/2006 | Canon |
| 17 | Painful Forest07/27/2006 | 07/27/2006 | Canon |
| 18 | Limit08/10/2006 | 08/10/2006 | Canon |
| 19 | Violation08/17/2006 | 08/17/2006 | Canon |
| 20 | Pursuit08/24/2006 | 08/24/2006 | Canon |
| 21 | Defeat08/31/2006 | 08/31/2006 | Canon |
| 22 | Bonds09/07/2006 | 09/07/2006 | Canon |
| 23 | Trial09/14/2006 | 09/14/2006 | Canon |
| 24 | Confront09/21/2006 | 09/21/2006 | Canon |
| 25 | Truth09/28/2006 | 09/28/2006 | Canon |
| 26 | Determination09/28/2006 | 09/28/2006 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does .hack//Roots have?
.hack//Roots has a total of 3 seasons. 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 .hack//Roots have?
In total, .hack//Roots has 26 episodes distributed across its 3 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch .hack//Roots?
It is recommended to watch .hack//Roots 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 .hack//Roots online?
.hack//Roots 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 .hack//Roots a complete anime?
Yes, .hack//Roots 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 .hack//Roots have?
No, .hack//Roots 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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