The original Fate/stay night visual novel developed by Type-Moon is released, introducing the story and characters that would become the foundation of the franchise.
A new anime adaptation focusing on the Unlimited Blade Works route of the visual novel is released by Ufotable, praised for its animation quality and story.
The prequel anime series Fate/Zero produced by Ufotable airs, based on the light novel by Gen Urobuchi, expanding the Fate universe.
The mobile game Fate/Grand Order is launched in Japan, becoming one of the most popular and financially successful parts of the Fate franchise.