Isekai Anime With the Most Controversial MC Officially Crowned as This Week’s Best Anime

In isekai anime, being controversial doesn’t always stop a series from becoming a massive success. Some shows continue to dominate every weekly ranking because of their strong narrative, memorable characters, and loyal fanbase, no matter how divided opinions may be.

That is exactly what happened this week. Mushoku Tensei Season 3 has officially claimed the No. 1 spot in Anime Trending’s latest weekly rankings from July 19 to July 26, beating several popular sequels and standout new series in one of Summer 2026’s most competitive seasons.

Mushoku Tensei Season 3 Tops a Strong Summer 2026 Anime Lineup

According to Anime Trending’s Week 3 rankings for Summer 2026, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 is officially this week’s best anime. Finishing at the top is a major achievement, especially when the season is packed with returning fan favorites and exciting new titles.

Coming in second is You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2, which continues to win viewers over with its sweet romance and lovable characters. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 3 follows in third place, showing that its over-the-top comedy is still entertaining fans every week.

Here is a quick overview of the top 10 anime according to Anime Trending’s latest weekly rankings (via @AniTrendz on Twitter/X) –

One of the biggest surprises on the list is Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia. Even though it is only in its first season, the fantasy series has quickly become one of the breakout hits of Summer 2026 thanks to its fresh setting and engaging story.

Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You rounded out the Top 5, while Kaiju Girl Caramelise, Goodbye, Lara, and Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 also secured places in the Top 10. The list was completed by I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day and newcomer Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky.

Mushoku Tensei Season 3 Is Entering Its Biggest Story Yet

Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 officially premiered on July 5, 2026, after an early screening of its first two episodes in Japan on July 4. The opening episodes finally show what Eris Boreas Greyrat has been doing since leaving Rudeus, focusing on her difficult sword training and determination to become stronger.

Eris Boreas Greyrat from Mushoku Tensei Season 3. | Credit: Studio Bind

From Episode 3 onward, the anime returned to Rudeus Greyrat as it adapts the Youth Arc. Now living with Sylphiette and Roxy, Rudeus faces a new life filled with family responsibilities, dangerous adventures, and mysteries that have been building since the beginning of the story. Fans can also expect important roles for Eris, Hitogami, Roxy, and Sylphiette as the season moves forward.

Even though Rudeus remains one of the most controversial main characters in modern anime, the latest rankings show that viewers are still excited to follow his journey. With Studio Bind once again delivering beautiful animation and faithfully adapting one of the light novel’s most loved story arcs, Mushoku Tensei Season 3 has every chance of staying among the biggest anime of Summer 2026.

Now the big question: Do you think Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 deserves the No. 1 spot, or is there another Summer 2026 anime that should be leading the rankings? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Mushoku Tensei Season 3 is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.