The hit isekai series I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too has officially surpassed 4 million copies in circulation, according to an announcement shared on the anime’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on May 20, coinciding with the release of the series' 18th light novel volume in Japan. Check out the tweet announcement down below:
This milestone includes both print and digital editions of the original light novel series by Miku and its manga adaptation by Kazuomi Mitatogawa. It marks a significant growth for the franchise, which previously surpassed 3 million copies in October 2023 gaining another 1 million in just 19 months.
Author's Message to Fans
Author Miku posted a heartfelt thank-you to readers on social media:
"Thanks to all of you who have always read my books, the Iseleve series has printed more than 4 million copies in total. Thank you very much. I hope you will continue to enjoy this series."
Series Background and Adaptations
Originally launched as a web novel on Kakuyomu in March 2017, Cheat Skill was later picked up for print publication by Fujimi Shobo in December 2018. The franchise now includes:
- 18 main novel volumes
- 5 volumes of the Girls Side spin-off
- 1 volume of the Kaori Hojo spin-off
- 6 volumes of the manga adaptation
The series received an anime adaptation in Spring 2023, produced by Millepensee, airing for 13 episodes from April to June 2023. A TV special episode is currently in development. All episodes of the main series are available to stream on Crunchyroll. Here is the trailer for the show down below:
Cheat Skill Synopsis:
All his life, Yuuya has been bullied at school and neglected by his parents. After moving into his late grandfather’s home, he discovers a strange door that seems to be calling out to him. Yuuya opens the door, steps inside, and is suddenly transported to a magical world! This new world holds rare treasures and grants him powerful skills, which he takes back to Earth for a new lease on life.
With a blend of power fantasy, emotional growth, and a dual-world setting, the series continues to resonate with fans of the isekai genre.
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