The second half of 2025 is about to be stacked with anime heat. Whether you're into chaotic fight scenes, emotional arcs, or just want something totally weird and new — there’s something for you. From big-name returns to surprise low-budget bangers, here’s what’s going to blow up your watchlist.
1. Dandadan Season 2
Dropping July 3. If you thought Season 1 was wild, you’re not ready. Dandadan’s back with the Cursed House and Evil Eye arcs — more supernatural madness, more chaos, and way deeper character stuff. The trailer already went viral, so yeah, this one’s about to break the internet again.
2. Sakamoto Days Part 2
Coming July 14. Everyone’s favorite retired assassin dad is back, and the animation glow-up is real. The fights look smoother, the designs are crisp, and the comedy still hits. This one’s shaping up to be the action-comedy of the year.
3. Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra
Another July drop, and it’s a dark fantasy ride. Based on Jun’s novel, this one’s got civilization vs. corruption, creepy world-building, and that serious, epic tone that fantasy lovers eat up. The trailer’s already giving chills.
4. Digimon Beatbreak
October’s for the Digi-diehards. Beatbreak is bringing a new, darker storyline with an edgy new Digimon partner that looks like a ninja frog (not kidding). It’s aimed at fans who grew up with the OGs, but even new viewers can hop in. Expect drama, nostalgia, and evolution hype.
1. Michinoku-toge
This one’s on YouTube — totally indie, totally different. An alien soldier becomes a mythological creature in feudal Japan. Sounds insane? It is. Hand-drawn art, dark vibes, and a story that somehow hits emotionally. Absolute proof that anime doesn’t need a huge budget to be amazing.
2. Country Bumpkin
The title sounds goofy, but don’t sleep on this. It dropped quietly in Spring and is all heart. Think small-town vibes mixed with action and strong character writing. It’s the kind of show you don’t expect to love — then suddenly you’re 10 episodes deep.
2025 is proving that anime is as creative and hype as ever — whether it’s top-tier sequels or indie hits flying under the radar. Whatever you're into, there’s something dropping soon that’s gonna be your next obsession. So yeah, get ready to binge.