Campaign Timeline
Key dates for the GATE 2 campaign: launch Feb 27, rank upgrades close May 27, anime release 2027. What happens after explained.
Key dates for the GATE 2 campaign—from early access to anime release.
Key dates
Feb 25, 2026
Legacy Contributor early access (48 hours)
Feb 27, 2026
Public launch
March 16, 2026
Cameo submission deadline
May 11, 2026
Credit name submission deadline
May 27, 2026
Campaign window closes
All dates in JST.
During the campaign window (Feb 27 – May 27)
This is your window to access the full campaign experience. When you participate, you gain access to:
Production updates and behind-the-scenes content
Digital collectibles as they're released
Physical merchandise packs (Chief Petty Officer and above)
Credit and cameo submission opportunities (eligible ranks)
Command quest participation through Oshi Membership Rewards
Rank progression and reward unlocks
Laurel insignia on command ranks — Campaign supporters who reach Lieutenant, Commander, or Captain receive original rank emblems featuring laurels, a permanent mark of early support
Admiral tier — only available during the campaign window
⏰ 3-month window. Certain rewards—including physical merchandise, production submissions, and the Admiral tier—are only available during this period.
What's only available during the campaign window
These rewards require participation by May 27, 2026 to meet production and fulfillment deadlines:
Command ranks (Lieutenant–Admiral) — These ranks close for purchase after May 27
Physical merchandise — Collector's and Premium merch packs
Name-in-credits submission — Deadline: May 11, 2026
Background cameo submission — Deadline: March 16, 2026
Command quest participation — Access to Oshi Membership Rewards command questlines
Laurel insignia on command ranks — Campaign supporters who reach Lieutenant, Commander, or Captain receive original rank emblems featuring laurels
After the campaign window closes
When the campaign window closes on May 27, 2026:
Campaign-window rewards close — Physical merchandise, credit submissions, cameo submissions, and Admiral tier must be secured by this date.
Your unlocked content stays yours — Digital collectibles remain in your account permanently.
Production access continues — Behind-the-scenes content and updates continue through production.
Physical rewards ship later — Bulk shipment when all items are ready.
Experiential rewards happen closer to release — Events, screenings, and credits appear in the 2027 anime.
Campaign Supporters vs. Post-Campaign Supporters
Supporters who participate during the campaign window receive exclusive recognition:
Window
Feb 27 – May 27, 2026
After May 27, 2026
Available tiers (purchase)
Seaman – Admiral
Seaman – Chief Petty Officer
Command rank designs
Lieutenant, Commander, Captain with laurel insignia
Details TBD
Physical rewards
✓ Available
Not available
Credit/cameo submissions
✓ Available (by deadline)
Not available
Command quests (OMR)
✓ Available
Not available
Production insights
✓ Available
✓ Available
Digital collectibles
✓ Available
✓ Available
Your participation is permanent proof of when you joined the GATE 2 journey.
⚓ Command ranks (Lieutenant–Admiral) are campaign-exclusive. After May 27, new supporters can purchase up to Chief Petty Officer. But support takes many forms—Oshi's name comes from oshikatsu (推し活), the act of supporting what you love. We're building ways for dedicated fans to earn recognition through community engagement. Details closer to the anime release.
Release timing
GATE 2 is scheduled to air in the first half of 2027. The exact premiere date depends on broadcast scheduling and will be announced closer to release.
If any dates shift, we'll communicate updates via email and our official channels. Your rank, rewards, and participation remain valid regardless of timing adjustments.
Prepare now
Explore — Visit gate2.co to see ranks and rewards
Create your account — Be ready when Feb 27 arrives
Follow updates — @oshikatsu_co and @gate_animeEN
Join Discord — discord.gg/oshi
Last updated: 2026 Feb 05
Related articles
Understanding Ranks — The seven ranks and how progression works
Legacy Contributors — Early access for soft launch supporters
Reward Details by Tier — What each rank includes
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