5 Reasons Why The Devil Is A Part-Timer! Season 4 (The Final Arc) Is Still Highly Possible
As of December 2025, official news regarding a fourth season of the beloved anime series, The Devil is a Part-Timer! (Hataraku Maou-sama!), remains unconfirmed. Following the conclusion of the third anime installment (often referred to as the second part of the sequel series) in 2023, fans have been left in suspense, wondering if Demon Lord Satan and Hero Emilia will ever return to the world of MgRonald’s and the streets of modern-day Tokyo.
Despite the silence from the production committee and Studio 3Hz, the possibility of a "Final Season" or "Season 4" is far from over. The core reason lies in the vast amount of light novel source material that still needs to be adapted to provide a complete, though controversial, conclusion to Sadao Maou’s epic journey from Ente Isla’s Demon King to a dedicated part-timer.
The Unofficial Status of The Devil is a Part-Timer! Season 4
The anime adaptation of Satoshi Wagahara’s original light novel series has had a famously staggered release schedule. The first season by Studio White Fox aired in 2013, followed by a nine-year gap before Studio 3Hz took over for the sequel series, which was split into two cours (often called Season 2 and Season 3 by fans).
The 2023 sequel series successfully brought back fan-favorite characters like Sadao Maou, Emi Yusa, Chiho Sasaki, Shiro Ashiya, Hanzō Urushihara, and Suzuno Kamazuki. However, the final episode did not include an immediate "Season 4" announcement, which is a common practice for confirmed anime continuations.
The current status is a waiting game. The production team, having just completed a demanding two-part sequel, may be taking a hiatus before addressing the remaining source material. The anime's popularity and the demand for a definitive ending make the green light for a final season a strong commercial possibility.
Light Novel Coverage: How Much Story is Left for the Final Season?
The most compelling argument for a Season 4 is the sheer volume of unadapted content. The original light novel series concluded with Volume 21, meaning the entire story is complete and ready for a full adaptation.
- Season 1 (2013): Adapted Light Novel Volumes 1 and 2.
- The Sequel Series (2022 & 2023): These seasons are estimated to have covered the storyline up to around Light Novel Volume 10 or 11, introducing crucial new characters and plot points, such as Alas Ramus and the complexities of the Angelic/Demon conflict.
This leaves approximately 10 to 11 full light novel volumes (Volumes 11-21) remaining to tell the complete story. A single 12 or 13-episode season is typically not enough to cover this much material without heavily rushing the plot. Therefore, a potential "Season 4" would likely be a full 24-episode season or, more likely, another split-cour sequel (Season 4 and Season 5) to properly conclude the series. The final arc of the story, which includes the resolution of the war and the primary relationships, is contained within these later volumes.
The Controversial Ending and What a Final Season Must Address
The biggest hurdle and the most significant point of fan curiosity surrounding a final season is the light novel’s highly controversial ending. This ending has divided the entire fandom and is a major topic of discussion in the anime community.
The core of the controversy revolves around Demon Lord Sadao Maou’s final romantic choice. Throughout the series, the narrative establishes a complex, evolving relationship between Maou and the Hero, Emi Yusa. Many fans rooted for this "Devil x Hero" pairing, believing their shared experiences in the human world and their co-parenting of Alas Ramus made them the natural endgame.
However, in the final volume of the light novel, Maou ultimately chooses Chiho Sasaki, his human coworker at MgRonald’s.
A potential Season 4 would have to tackle this storyline head-on, covering the events that lead to this conclusion. The production studio will face the difficult choice of either:
- Adapting the ending faithfully: This risks alienating a large portion of the audience who were invested in the Maou x Emi relationship.
- Creating an anime-original ending: This is a rare move, but a few anime series have done it to satisfy the fanbase, though it would deviate from Satoshi Wagahara’s original vision.
The sheer drama and curiosity surrounding the resolution of the Maou-Emi-Chiho love triangle ensure that a final season would be a massive event, regardless of the outcome. The anime has the opportunity to contextualize the controversial choices and provide a visual conclusion to the emotional journey of all the characters.
Entities and Key Players in a Potential Season 4
For a final season to happen, the return of several key entities would be necessary. The continuity of the production staff and the original voice cast is often the biggest factor in an anime's renewal.
Key Characters (Entities)
- Sadao Maou (Demon Lord Satan): The protagonist, still working his part-time job.
- Emi Yusa (Hero Emilia): The Hero, now a full-time mother figure and Maou’s frenemy.
- Chiho Sasaki: Maou’s human coworker and love interest.
- Shirō Ashiya (Alciel): Maou’s loyal general and housekeeper.
- Hanzō Urushihara (Lucifer): The fallen angel and NEET roommate.
- Suzuno Kamazuki (Crestia Bell): The Grand Inquisitor, now a neighbor.
- Alas Ramus: The child who complicates the Maou-Emi relationship.
- Gabriel: A prominent Angel from Ente Isla.
Production & Source Material (Entities)
- Original Author: Satoshi Wagahara
- Light Novel Illustrator: 029 (Oniku)
- Anime Studio (Sequels): Studio 3Hz
- Original Studio (Season 1): White Fox
- Original Light Novel Count: 21 Volumes
- Manga Adaptation Status: Concluding in June 2025 (Volume 24).
- Genre: Isekai, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Slice of Life
In conclusion, while an official "The Devil is a Part-Timer! Season 4" release date has not been announced as of late 2025, the remaining 10+ volumes of the completed light novel provide a clear path for a final, climactic anime adaptation. The immense fan interest, driven largely by the desire to see the controversial ending play out on screen, makes the production of a final season a strong financial and creative possibility for the studio. Fans must remain patient and continue to support the existing seasons to send a clear message to the production committee: the world is ready to see the Demon Lord’s story finally conclude.
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