This is the "Eternal War" of anime fandom. The "Subs vs. Dubs" debate has raged since anime first became popular in the West. Both formats (subs and dubs) not only have value but are critical to the global health and growth of the anime industry. An informed, modern fan understands when and why to use each. Subs vs. Dubs: Why Both Have Value The oldest "Fandom War" is the choice of how to...

The “curse of video game adaptations” is a real phenomenon. For decades, most anime based on video games were, at best, 20‑minute commercials and, at worst, rushed adaptations that stripped away everything that made the original great. But that has changed. In the modern era of streaming, creators have had the freedom to take the lore and world of a video game and build something...

Psychological horror in anime does not depend on gore or jumpscares, but on atmosphere, the manipulation of perception, and the slow disintegration of reality. These series force the viewer to question the sanity of the characters and the world around them, generating a much more lasting existential dread. Here are five essential examples of the genre.   1. Paranoia and the Fear of...

For millions of people in the West (America and Europe), the word “anime” wasn’t learned online. It came from a single source: a programming block on Cartoon Network called Toonami. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Toonami was, for many, the only gateway to shows like Dragon Ball Z, Sailor Moon, and Gundam Wing. But its legacy runs much deeper than its lineup. It...

An animation studio's influence is measured by technical innovation, cultural impact, and production quality consistency. The ten studios listed below have defined the evolution of Japanese animation (Anime) from its origin to the digital era. Their methodology and filmography set the global industry standard.   1. Pioneers and Foundations (1960 - 1980)   This stage laid the...