Original
04/04/2002 - 09/26/2002 Finished
.hack//Sign (.hack//SIGN)
A young wavemaster, only known by the alias of Tsukasa, wakes up in an MMORPG called The World, with slight amnesia. He does not know what he has previously done before he woke up. In The World, the Crimson Knights suspects him of being a hacker, as he was seen accompanying a tweaked character in the form of a cat. Unable to log out from the game, he wanders around looking for answers, avoiding the knights and other players he meets along the way. As Tsukasa explores The World, he stumbles upon a magical item that takes the form of a "guardian," which promises him protection from all harm. Subaru, the leader of the Crimson Knights, along with several other players who became acquainted with Tsukasa, set out to investigate why Tsukasa is unable to log out, and attempt to get to the bottom of the problem before it gets out of hand. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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//Sign have? Well, currently .hack//Sign 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//Sign 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//Sign aired in 2002 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//Sign 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//Sign 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 | Role Play04/04/2002 | 04/04/2002 | Canon |
| 2 | Guardian04/11/2002 | 04/11/2002 | Canon |
| 3 | Folklore04/18/2002 | 04/18/2002 | Canon |
| 4 | Wanted04/25/2002 | 04/25/2002 | Canon |
| 5 | Captured05/02/2002 | 05/02/2002 | Canon |
| 6 | Encounter05/09/2002 | 05/09/2002 | Canon |
| 7 | Reason05/16/2002 | 05/16/2002 | Canon |
| 8 | Promise05/23/2002 | 05/23/2002 | Canon |
| 9 | Epitaph05/30/2002 | 05/30/2002 | Canon |
| 10 | Compensation06/06/2002 | 06/06/2002 | Canon |
| 11 | Party06/13/2002 | 06/13/2002 | Canon |
| 12 | Entanglement06/20/2002 | 06/20/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | Twilight Eye06/27/2002 | 06/27/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | Castle07/04/2002 | 07/04/2002 | Canon |
| 15 | Evidence07/11/2002 | 07/11/2002 | Canon |
| 16 | Depth07/18/2002 | 07/18/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | Conflict07/25/2002 | 07/25/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | Declaration08/01/2002 | 08/01/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | Recollection08/08/2002 | 08/08/2002 | Canon |
| 20 | Tempest08/15/2002 | 08/15/2002 | Canon |
| 21 | Despair08/22/2002 | 08/22/2002 | Canon |
| 22 | Phantom08/29/2002 | 08/29/2002 | Canon |
| 23 | The Eve09/05/2002 | 09/05/2002 | Canon |
| 24 | Net Slum09/12/2002 | 09/12/2002 | Canon |
| 25 | Catastrophe09/19/2002 | 09/19/2002 | Canon |
| 26 | Return09/26/2002 | 09/26/2002 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does .hack//Sign have?
.hack//Sign 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//Sign have?
In total, .hack//Sign 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//Sign?
It is recommended to watch .hack//Sign 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//Sign online?
.hack//Sign 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//Sign a complete anime?
Yes, .hack//Sign 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//Sign have?
No, .hack//Sign 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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