r/Anime2020s

So I watched OVA 3 and 4 of Haikyuu. It’s been a long time since I watched the main series, but I hadn't seen any of its OVAs or sequel movies. So before watching the movie, I thought of preparing for the Karasuno vs. Nekoma match by watching these OVAs.

​In these two OVAs, the matches that happened off screen were shown. A good amount of focus was given to Lev and their libero (Yaku/Shibayama), and I really liked both of them. I love Kenma too! In Haikyuu, all the teams are great and they all have their own ongoing stories. If the series were shown from their perspective, it would offer a completely different experience.

​The first match against Fukurodani was completely one sided, but the second match against Nohebi was really good. Even though both were short matches, they did their job really well. If there are more off screen matches like these to watch, I'm totally ready for them. So now I'm directly going to watch The Dumpster Battle and I'm super excited for it!

Lalatina Ford Dustiness ❤️

So, let's talk about the final My Hero Academia movie, You're Next. First of all, the movie's main conflict stems entirely from a single line, 'You're next.' I really liked how Dark Might interpreted that line in a completely different way. On top of that, he came from a villain family, and despite being a villain, he was a massive fan of All Might. His powers were also super cool. But when Deku enters his domain, touches the tree, and remarks that it feels hollow on the inside, I loved how that line mirrors Dark Might himself. Even though he resembles All Might on the outside, he is completely hollow on the inside as a person. Later on, we learn that he didn't even naturally look like All Might, he altered his face just to resemble him, that's how deep his obsession went. In the final sequence, when he stops putting on an act after being backed into a corner, he reveals his true form as a monster.

​I also really liked how he served as a direct contrast to the main trio, All Might's true successors. Dark Might admired All Might purely because of his raw power, whereas when the three of them strike him while reciting their own individual reasons for admiring All Might, that scene was awesome! Another thing, I feel like Dark Might's family isn't even a real family, he literally kills one of his own family members. It's more like a mafia crime syndicate that he just calls his family.

​The movie's original characters, Anna and Giulio, were fantastic too. They might honestly be my favorites across all four movies, maybe right after Melissa.

​Another unique thing about this movie was that it didn't bother giving any background context for the main series, it just threw us straight into this world. If a new viewer watched this, they'd think it was set in some post-apocalyptic world. The movie also had its own opening song, which was super cool. The soundtrack was amazing, and while many people found the pacing too fast, I personally didn't feel that way. The animation was top tier, every single fight scene was incredible, and the final battle blew my mind!

​It's kind of ironic how All Might wasn't really featured much in this movie, but since this was more about his true successors than All Might himself, I don't really have any complaints. Other movies might be technically better in certain aspects, but in terms of pure enjoyment, this one takes the crown for me and is my personal favorite. If I were to rate it, I'd give it a 9.2/10.

The Apothecary Diaries is officially returning with Season 3 on October 2, 2026! 🌸

But that’s not all... a brand-new anime original movie is also coming on December 11, 2026, giving fans even more of Maomao and Jinshi’s story to look forward to!

Which one are you more excited for? 👀

My New-Gen Peak Anime Picks of the 2020s

Jujutsu Kaisen (2020) is an anime that made a splash among anime titles,  embracing a much darker, grittier direction and  pushing anime fights, and more to a new level.

Chainsaw Man (2022) is the second anime title to make a splash among anime titles,  showcasing a cinematic style alongside  colorful and intriguing characters who stay with you for a long time.

Dorohedoro (2020) is such an extraordinary anime,  throwing you into a bizarre world filled with magic,  showing the full color palette of blood with an almost unreasonable amount of mushroom madness.

The Eminence in Shadow (2022) is an extraordinary anime with a unique delivery,  brilliantly flipping standard isekai tropes  while showcasing an almighty reincarnated character and his "I am Atomic."

DanDaDan (2024) is the next that took the world by storm and became a beloved title, showcasing the fun relationship between a couple  backed by a wild mix of occultism and UFOs.

Kaiju No. 8 (2024) is an anime that I think many have been waiting for, eager to see the adaptation of the manga about fighting giant Kaiju monsters on screen  while bringing daikaiju culture back into the mainstream.

Sentai Daishikkaku (2024) is an anime deconstruction of the superhero genre that portrays superheroes as supervillains, offering an interesting look at the Rangers  by effectively flipping the roles of heroes and villains.

Sentenced to Be a Hero (2026) is a banger that completely surprised by presenting medieval dark fantasy in anime as something truly exceptional, backed by a strong plot.

Gachiakuta (2025) is a banger that breaks the anime mold. Its art style and storytelling are on a whole different level.

To Be Hero X (2025) is a compelling, character-driven animated with a unique way of telling the story about superheroes.

And then there are two manga that, in my opinion, have every chance of becoming the next major anime hits. I hope their anime adaptations get announced very soon.

Gokurakugai (?) is a cool manga that immediately caught my attention. Its visual style really reminds me of DanDaDan.

Choujin X (?) is another awesome manga that reminds me of highly-rated darker titles like Chainsaw Man.

All of these titles feature cool storytelling and plot. They genuinely have a story to tell.
The characters are cool and vibrant, endearing themselves to you and making you want to root for them.
The art and animation styles are stunning. Ensuring that every moment is captivating to watch.
On top of that, they have banger openings with amazing music that you just want to keep listening to.
What I also love about these titles is how dark undertones are masterfully blended with comedic moments, paired with those jaw-dropping, unique character transformations, and the beautifully crafted, compelling dynamics between the protagonist and their companions, and, of course, the fascinating concepts behind their unique worlds.
They are truly phenomenal.

And there is one more title I want to mention.

The Vermilion Mask (Late 2026) - I heard about this upcoming anime quite recently, and it completely caught my attention. I think it has every chance of making it onto this list and becoming another standout title. I’ve already read the first few chapters of the manga, and the plot, along with the whole concept of the masks, is incredibly intriguing.

So, these are my picks.

My own experience. My personal vision. My view.

Have you watched these titles? Could you briefly write about your impressions of them?
Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Don't hesitate to ask questions, and I'd love to hear your feedback. A-and your vision.

^(In the future, I'll also publish a post on Mid-Gen Anime, which is positioned between the new and the classics.)