The three episodes of the 2004 OVA are meant to be taken as a part of the same 26-episode series that the characters of the 2004 "Genshiken" anime are watching. The 12-episode 2006 anime seems to be meant as a remake or re-imagining of the franchise (along the lines of "Negima!?" versus "Negima!") within the "Genshiken" universe, as members of the club comment on each episode during the next episode previews. However, this version deviates between the "Genshiken" manga and anime: in the manga, it airs towards the end of Sasahara's fourth year in college, and is not mentioned in the dialogue, while in the anime, it airs at the beginning of Sasahara's third year, and is referenced (if not given much focus) in club activities. "Genshiken" Season 2 refers to, and features some scenes from, a new OVA continuation of the original series; this OVA has yet to be announced for a real-world release, however.