Synopsis

A project was launched where scientists discovered a mysterious substance that can interface directly with the human brain. This substance, called "Exotic Matter (XM)," has existed since ancient times, influencing human minds and the progress of humanity. In the wake of this discovery, a battle of powerful nations and corporate giants has been unleashed. Organizations across the globe have embarked on a secret race to exploit XM. It represents both an opportunity and a threat to humanity. Two Factions seeks to control the XM. The Enlightened view XM's power as a gift that enhances human experience and discovery. The Resistance sees XM as a hostile takeover of the human mind, choosing technology as humanity's best path forward. XM, and the mystery behind it lie at the center of this battle for the fate of humanity. 2018—Now, a new struggle is about to unfold in Tokyo and across the globe. Dangerous and powerful forces seeking to exploit the potential of XM will collide. This groundbreaking project will mark the beginning of an epic augmented-reality experience combining the three elements of animation, location-based gaming, and the real world. (Source: MAL News)

Episodes

11 episodes
  1. 11 Us - Them - All 20 Dec 2018
  2. 10 Destroy - Create - Answer 20 Dec 2018
  3. 9 Live - Die - Truth 13 Dec 2018
  4. 8 Forget - Data - Rebel 6 Dec 2018
  5. 7 Nature - Civilization - Soul 29 Nov 2018
  6. 6 Enlightenment - Resistance - Chaos 22 Nov 2018
  7. 5 Journey - Portal - Potential 15 Nov 2018
  8. 4 Separate - Together - Pursue 8 Nov 2018
  9. 3 Advance - Discover - Conflict 1 Nov 2018
  10. 2 Escape - Past - Destiny 25 Oct 2018
  11. 1 Begin - Danger - Message 18 Oct 2018

Characters & Staff

Information

Japanese INGRESS THE ANIMATION
Studios Craftar Studios
Source Game
Licensors Sentai Filmworks
Rating 6.3
Broadcast Thursdays at 00:55 (JST)
Aired 18 Oct 2018 – 27 Dec 2018

Last updated: 04 Sep 2026