Highly Anticipated Shonen Anime Called “The Next Big Thing” in First Reviews

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This week, I’m witnessing a flurry of exciting anime returns, including Season 2 of “Dandadan” and “My Dress-Up Darling”. However, amongst all these comebacks, one series stands out as the most anticipated release of the Summer 2025 anime season, with potential to become the next big sensation in the shonen demographic. It’s not just my opinion, but a claim echoed in reviews for this upcoming series. Studio Bones is set to premiere their anime adaptation of “Gachiakuta”, a fresh manga by Kei Urana, this weekend, and the anticipation among fans of the original work is palpable. As we edge closer to the premiere on Crunchyroll, early reviews for the series are already making waves, suggesting that it lives up to the hype.

Kei Urana’s “Gachiakuta” made its debut in Kodansha’s “Weekly Shonen” magazine back in February 2022. So far, 15 volumes of the series have been compiled in Japanese. The first English-language edition was published by Kodansha in January 2024, with six volumes currently available, and the seventh volume set for release later this month. Despite being a relatively new series, “Gachiakuta” has created quite a stir in the manga world, and it looks like its anime adaptation will follow suit.

What Are Critics Saying About Gachiakuta?

Prior to the debut of “Gachiakuta” on Sunday, July 6th, early reviews have started appearing online. A select group of critics were given an exclusive sneak peek at the first episodes of the series during this year’s Anime Expo in Los Angeles. Based on these initial reviews, it appears that “Solo Leveling”, “Demon Slayer”, and “Jujutsu Kaisen” might be facing a formidable new competitor for the shonen genre’s top spot.

At the screenings, ComicBook’s Anime Editor, J.R. Waugh, was present. His review started with, “The premiere of Gachiakuta vividly portrays Rudo’s swift transformation into a blindingly fierce rage in an unforgettable, explosive opening that will undoubtedly grab the audience’s focus.” For longtime fans, it’s reassuring to see their cherished series emanating a potent, vengeful ambiance, making it stand out among typical shonen productions.

According to FandomWire’s review, the opening episodes of the anime “Gachiakuta” are impressive and could become a major shonen title. This sentiment is echoed by Gizmodo, who even went as far as to predict that “Gachiakuta” will be the next big thing in this genre. The reviews highlight the unique position of “Gachiakuta” within the dynamic world of shonen anime, stating that it doesn’t just fill a vacancy left by shows like “Demon Slayer” or “My Hero Academia”, but rather expands that void to accommodate something fresh, raw, and potentially iconic.

Gachiakuta Releases This Weekend

This upcoming weekend is shaping up to be particularly exciting for anime enthusiasts, especially those eagerly awaiting the premiere of “Gachiakuta“. If the buzz surrounding it has left you thrilled beyond measure, mark your calendars! The series is set to air this Sunday (July 6th), and manga fans are positively buzzing with anticipation.

If you’re not familiar with it, the acclaimed series titled Gachiakuta revolves around Rudo, wrongfully accused of homicide and banished to a desolate expanse known as the Pit, teeming with ferocious creatures. In this harsh environment, he uncovers a hidden power within himself and becomes part of the Cleaners, an alliance of outcasts imbued with extraordinary abilities, who battle these monsters in the hope of finding a way to break free from their own personal Hell.

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2025-07-05 03:10