Tired of the real world? Total envelopment in ultra-immersive gaming, whether by choice or by force, falls under the "isekai" genre in anime. But why is this theme so prevalent? From the NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) lifestyles portrayed in Himouto! Umaru-Chan and Recovery of an MMO Junkie to the total departure from reality in shows like No Game, No life and Rising of the Shield Hero, we examine how escapist fantasies captivate audiences with every new season.

SPOILER ALERT! In this episode, we spoil Recovery of an MMO Junkie, The World God Only Knows, The Rising of the Shield Hero, Btooom!, Accel World, No Game, No Life, and Himouto! Umaru-Chan

Content Warning: Slavery and violence