Solo leveling is a great anime that has shown incredible growth. It caught the attention of fans right after its first season premiered and has now become the biggest anime on Crunchyroll with its second season. No fan was waiting Solo leveling to become as big as it currently is, but it has proven to appeal to a wide audience and even won the title of Anime of the Year 2025.
Undoubtedly, Solo leveling is a sensation, mainly due to its crazy battles and fast pace. Few anime can replicate what Solo Leveling has achieved so far, but there are a few that stand a chance.
Kagurabachi
Kagurabachi is a great manga that many fans are eagerly waiting for an anime adaptation. Based on many rumors, it looks like it will happen soon. The exact release date hasn't been confirmed yet, but it could be the new Solo Leveling when it premieres.
Kagurabachi has some of the best battles in the new shonen mangaand if it gets a good adaptation, it could reach new heights in popularity and even compete with the likes of Solo Leveling or Jujutsu Kaisen. This tale of wizards with a strong focus on swordsmanship will captivate fans.
The omniscient reader's point of view
The omniscient reader's point of view it doesn't have an anime adaptation yet, and none are confirmed at this time. However, it is one of the most popular Manhwa series for good reason. His story and actions are incredible and if it gets a good adaptation, it could become the new Solo Leveling and possibly the new greatest anime based on the Manhwa.which surpasses even Chugong's story in this regard.
The Omniscient Reader's View follows the story of Kim Dokja as his world becomes a novel that only he has read – Three Ways to Survive in a Broken World. As the only one who knows what will happen, he is determined to change the ending.
Lord of mysteries
Lord of Mysteries's the anime adaptation started immediately after the end of Solo Leveling Season 2. This story based on a Chinese novel has definitely gained popularity over time. However, currently Solo Leveling seems to be more mainstream overseas.
However, this story, following Klein Moretti in a Victorian world of great mysteries and thrilling battles, will have fans begging for more content. It only has one season at the moment, but more seasons are already confirmed to be on the way.
Stellar Swordmaster
The Steller Swordmaster is one of Webtoon's most popular Manhwa series. To the surprise of many, was confirmed to receive an anime adaptation through a collaboration between Webtoon and Warner Bros. It is not known exactly when the anime will be released.
Depending on how good it is Steller Swordmaster could become the new Solo Levelingand the modern face of all Manhwa-based anime series. Fans can't wait to hear more about this new adaptation.
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Gachiakuta
Gachiakuta is a new anime that debuted last year. It's pretty easy to say that fans are already hooked on this series based on the manga by creator Kei Urano. The story of Gachiakuta follows Rudo in a dystopian world where some are exiled to live in the slums because they are the children of criminals. The world of Gachiakuta, like Solo Leveling, is full of intense combatalthough here using vital tools.
Gachiakuta definitely had some of the best episodes and battles of 2025 and fans can't wait for more. If this continues, Solo Leveling could soon be surpassed by Gachiakuta.
To be an X hero
To be an X hero is another big fan-favorite Chinese anime. This anime series exploded in 2025 and is already working on a 2nd season after its huge success.
With an ending like My Hero Academia, To Be Hero X has the perfect chance to dominate the superhero anime genre.. While it doesn't share too many similarities with Solo Leveling, the fact is that it features some exciting battles and has a great power-up system. In the sense that it is a modern series with vibrant tropes, Hero X can certainly compete with Solo Levelingand fans can't wait to see more.
Boruto
Boruto definitely not a new anime series. It has always been popular because it carries the legacy of one of the greatest anime series of all time, Naruto. However, Boruto was never as popular as its predecessorand his anime being on hiatus certainly didn't help.
Now, fans are expecting his anime to return after a two-year hiatus. This is especially likely since a new Boruto manga called Two Blue Vortex started with a much darker tone and bigger battles. Boruto could rise to become a series with battles on a similar scale to Solo Leveling. With better animation and being seasonal, Boruto's popularity could skyrocket and fans absolutely cannot wait for his official return.
