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Sakamoto Daysisn’t a run-of-the-mill hitman series in any case. With peak action scenes and character development, it outclasses most shonen anime in more ways than one.
It stands as one of the most awaited anime adaptations of 2025. And while the trailer garnered a mixed bag of reviews, fans may have been wrong to throw brickbats for this very reason.
While the first trailer seemed underwhelming to most readers, the final teaser had fans eating their words. It is the constant seesaw of expectations that leaves readers on the fence regarding the animated adaption.
But most of all, TMS may have exposed itself to a risk regarding its recent move. This may prove detrimental to the series in the long run, especially with its viewership and reception.
Sakamoto Days’trailer had critics eating their words
Sakamoto Daysis a much-awaited and anticipated anime of 2025. From fights to character development, it screams iconic in more ways than one. The anime is set to highlight Yuto Suzuki’s brilliance in most aspects.
This holds especially true for Suzuki’s impeccable art style along with his intricate panels. It isn’t surprising to see anime adaptations fumble when it comes to replicating elements from manga. The series, however, might be an exception to that.
Recently, most readers and viewers were quick tojudge the bookby its cover. Most fans commented on the lackluster animation as a response to the first teaser. And while this makes sense, for the most part, fans may have spoken too soon.
The final trailer’s release had most fans as well as critics tucking their tails in shame. This is evident with the battle choreography which is nothing short of marvellous. To say the least, most Internet users would vouch for its promising feat.
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The anime’s final trailer had viewers bedazzled on X. This is how most of themresponded.
AND THIS IS WHY YOU WAIT BEFORE YOU JUDGEhttps://t.co/7Wfkanwc36pic.twitter.com/rffQgHqozl
IM SAYING. This trailer was fire
Catching bullets with chopsticks is so cold😭
Saw the opening and thought it was gonna be Ass💀💀pic.twitter.com/BlvjVAewjI
These people had no patience fr like jeez
By and by, the trailer looks promising in more ways than one. It overshadows the criticism for the most part. But there’s a catch to that as well, especially with how TMS may have screwed the pooch.
The studio might be skating on thin ice with fans’ responses, reviews, and its recent move in the trailer. And though the anime silenced the deafening criticism, it raises major concerns.
TMS might be skating on thin ice with its recent move
Before working onSakamoto Days, TMS produced notable works. Their roster includes a diverse range of anime includingKamisama Kiss, Dr. Stone, Baki, andFruits Basket. It is lesser known compared to the animation giants such as MAPPA and Toei.
Regardless of that, the studio is set to notch up Suzuki’s manga in every possible way. With the final trailer, the studiooutlined its finessein recreating the iconic battle sequences and the brilliance of badass action scenes. And while it shuts the critics, the studio is skating on thin ice nonetheless.
In retrospect, anime adaptations have grappled with the major issue of pacing, animation as well as translation. While TMS eloquently laid out the groundwork through its finesse, it may haveflatlined several elements.
Shin’s character along with the art style had most fans calling it dull and lackluster. While it seems flatlined, the studio may have overexceeded people’s expectations with the final trailer. This defeats the purpose of storytelling.
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Above all, though,Sakamoto Daysgetting a mixed bag of reviews is understandable. This is evident with the overhyping strategy along with the inability to sustain mystery. The recent trailer left no room for surprise. Regardless of that, the series might surpass itself eventually.
Sakamoto Daysis set to premiere on 11th January 2025 on Crunchyroll. The manga is available on Shueisha’s Manga Plus app.
Himanshi Jeswani
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
