The beloved DigiDestined from the original Digimon Adventure anime are returning in a new project, Digimon Adventure: Beyond, offering a first look at their adult designs. This exciting development coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Digimon anime’s initial release. Similar to previous anniversary celebrations, the original DigiDestined are back for a new adventure. However, Digimon Adventure: Beyond promises a unique experience, distinct from previous iterations.
This special project brings back Tai and Matt, showcasing them older than their appearances in Digimon Adventure Last Evolution Kizuna. That film already presented significantly older versions of the characters, and this new anime pushes the timeline even further, occurring after the events of Kizuna. The initial designs for Tai and Matt have been revealed ahead of the anime special’s release.
alt text: Tai and Matt, the main characters of Digimon Adventure, are shown in their adult designs for the new anime special, Digimon Adventure: Beyond. They appear older than in previous iterations, marking the 25th anniversary of the series.
Exploring Digimon Adventure: Beyond
Digimon Adventure: Beyond is a special music video project debuting at Digimon Con 2025 this March. Hiroyuki Kakudo, director of the first two Digimon Adventure seasons, returns to helm this project. The special features adult versions of Tai and Matt and hints at appearances from other original DigiDestined members. Set after the events of Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning (itself a sequel to Digimon Adventure Last Evolution Kizuna), the project sees Tai and Matt reunited with their Digimon partners, Agumon and Gabumon.
Digimon Adventure Last Evolution Kizuna served as a farewell to the original DigiDestined, presenting them at a much older age than in the original series. This new anime special pushes their ages even further, commemorating the 25th anniversary. While this project celebrates the past, it also hints at the future of the Digimon anime, suggesting this may not be the last we see of these iconic characters.
The Future of the Digimon Franchise
While the length of Digimon Adventure: Beyond remains undisclosed, it forms part of a larger Bandai crowdfunding campaign in Japan. Fans can anticipate its release during Digimon Con 2025 this spring. Former Digimon producer Hiromi Seki hinted at the franchise’s future in a recent interview with Crunchyroll, stating that a new team is developing the next phase of Digimon Adventure. Seki expressed confidence in the franchise’s continued evolution under this new leadership. Further details regarding the franchise’s future are expected to emerge this spring.
