New Delhi, Sept. 19 -- The first half of 2025 was a blockbuster season for anime, led by the global success of Solo Leveling. Game Rant reported that the second season of the series delivered stunning visuals, action-packed arcs, and the highly anticipated Jeju Island storyline.

The anime swept the Crunchyroll Awards, taking home titles including Anime of the Year and Best Main Character for Sung Jinwoo. With a 12-episode run and record-breaking viewership numbers, many fans assumed Solo Levelling had already locked in its place as 2025's best anime.

However, in June, another contender arrived to quietly claim the crown. Takopi's Original Sin, based on the emotionally charged manga, released its six-episode season and stunned viewers wo...