Steins;Gate is a sci-fi visual novel and anime about a group of friends in Akihabara who accidentally invent a machine capable of sending messages to the past, triggering a complex time-travel conspiracy.

What is the correct watch order?

Release order is recommended for first-timers: Steins;Gate (Episodes 1-24) -> Episode 25 (OVA) -> Movie (Load Region of Déjà Vu). For the full experience including Steins;Gate 0: Watch Steins;Gate eps 1-22 -> Episode 23β -> Steins;Gate 0 -> Steins;Gate eps 23-24.

What is 'Reading Steiner'?

It is the unique ability possessed by the protagonist, Rintaro Okabe, which allows him to retain his memories of previous timelines after the past has been altered and the worldline shifts.

In the series (and real-life urban legend), John Titor is a time traveler from the year 2036 who posts on internet forums (@channel) to warn about a dystopian future ruled by SERN.

What is the difference between Steins;Gate and Steins;Gate 0?

Steins;Gate is the original story. Steins;Gate 0 is a 'midquel' that takes place in an alternate timeline where Okabe failed to save a key character, exploring the darker path that eventually leads to the true ending of the original series.

Is it based on a true story?

While the characters are fictional, the story heavily incorporates real-world elements like the John Titor internet legend from 2000-2001, the CERN (SERN) research facility, and the IBN 5100 (IBM 5100) computer.

What is the meaning of 'El Psy Kongroo'?

It is a nonsensical catchphrase used by Okabe to end his phone conversations. It has no actual meaning, serving as a 'password' for his delusions, but it becomes a symbol of his determination.

Who are the main lab members?

The core members are Lab Mem 001: Rintaro Okabe (Founder), 002: Mayuri Shiina (Cosplayer), 003: Itaru 'Daru' Hashida (Hacker), and 004: Kurisu Makise (Neuroscientist).

What is the Divergence Meter?

A device built by Okabe (in the future) using Nixie tubes. It displays a numerical value representing the current worldline, helping him track how much the timeline has changed relative to the original.

Why is Dr. Pepper so important?

It is Okabe's favorite drink, which he calls the 'Intellectual Drink for the Chosen Ones.' It serves as a recurring motif of his quirky personality and a comfort item throughout his traumatic journey.

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Steins;Gate Characters

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Occupation: Shadow Organization

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Committee of 300

Steins;GateShadow Organization

The secret organization that controls SERN and manipulates world events

Occupation: Shadow Organization

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousSecretiveManipulativePowerfulCalculating

Abilities

Global controlTimeline manipulationResource allocationInformation controlPolitical influence

Quote:

I am Committee of 300.

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Committee of 300 – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Maid Cafe Worker

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Faris NyanNyan

Steins;GateMaid Cafe Worker

A cheerful maid cafe worker who becomes involved in the time travel experiments

Occupation: Maid Cafe Worker

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousCheerfulPlayfulCaringEnergetic

Abilities

Social skillsCheerfulnessCat-like mannerismsFriendshipEmotional support

Quote:

I am Faris NyanNyan.

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Faris NyanNyan – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Super Hacker

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Itaru Hashida (Daru)

Steins;GateSuper Hacker

The lab's computer expert and hacker who provides technical support for experiments

Occupation: Super Hacker

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousOtakuLoyalSkilledHumorous

Abilities

HackingComputer programmingTechnical supportSERN infiltrationGadget creation

Quote:

I am Itaru Hashida (Daru).

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Itaru Hashida (Daru) – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Genius Scientist

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Kurisu Makise

Steins;GateGenius Scientist

A brilliant neuroscientist who becomes involved in time travel research and develops feelings for Okabe

Occupation: Genius Scientist

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousIntelligentTsundereLogicalCaring

Abilities

Neuroscience expertiseTime travel theoryScientific analysisProblem solvingResearch

Quote:

Time is not something that can be stopped or rewound.

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Kurisu Makise – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Genius Scientist

Race: Unknown

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Kurisu Makise

Steins;GateGenius Scientist

A brilliant neuroscientist who becomes involved in time travel research and develops feelings for Ok...

Occupation: Genius Scientist

Race: Unknown

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Genius Scientist

Kurisu Makise – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Lab Member #002

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Mayuri Shiina

Steins;GateLab Member #002

Okabe's childhood friend and the heart of the Future Gadget Laboratory

Occupation: Lab Member #002

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousGentleCaringInnocentOptimistic

Abilities

Emotional supportKindnessIntuitionFriendshipOptimism

Quote:

I am Mayuri Shii.

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Mayuri Shiina – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Rounder

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Moeka Kiryu

Steins;GateRounder

A mysterious woman who communicates primarily through text messages and works for SERN

Occupation: Rounder

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousMysteriousLoyalConflictedQuiet

Abilities

InfiltrationInformation gatheringCombat skillsLoyaltySecrecy

Quote:

I am Moeka Kiryu.

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Moeka Kiryu – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Mad Scientist

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Rintaro Okabe

Steins;GateMad Scientist

A self-proclaimed mad scientist and the founder of the Future Gadget Laboratory who discovers time travel

Occupation: Mad Scientist

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousEccentricDeterminedCaringDramatic

Abilities

Time travel knowledgeScientific deductionLeadershipDeterminationMemory retention

Quote:

The universe has a beginning, but no end. Infinite.

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Rintaro Okabe – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Mad Scientist

Race: Unknown

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Rintaro Okabe

Steins;GateMad Scientist

A self-proclaimed mad scientist and the founder of the Future Gadget Laboratory who discovers time t...

Occupation: Mad Scientist

Race: Unknown

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Mad Scientist

Rintaro Okabe – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Research Organization

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

SERN

Steins;GateResearch Organization

A powerful organization conducting secret time travel experiments and controlling timelines

Occupation: Research Organization

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousSecretivePowerfulControllingRuthless

Abilities

Time travel technologyGlobal influenceResource controlInformation manipulationTimeline control

Quote:

Time travel is the ultimate power.

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SERN – Steins;Gate character profile

Occupation: Time Traveler

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Suzuha Amane

Steins;GateTime Traveler

A time traveler from 2036 who comes to the past to prevent a dystopian future

Occupation: Time Traveler

Debut: Episode 1

Affiliation: Unknown

Race: Human

Gender: Unknown

Age: Unknown

Personality

MysteriousDeterminedSeriousCaringStrong-willed

Abilities

Time travelCombat skillsFuture knowledgeDeterminationSurvival skills

Quote:

I am Suzuha Amane.

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Suzuha Amane – Steins;Gate character profile

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