When discussing the most epic anime of the past decade, Attack on Titan (AOT) always tops the list. It’s impossible to overlook the lasting legacy AOT has built, becoming one of the greatest anime series of all time. With Attack on Titan officially concluded, the void it leaves in fans’ hearts is not easy to fill.
Finding a series that matches AOT’s scale is no small feat. However, one anime has made a strong comeback in 2025 and is earning widespread acclaim. Its manga has long been regarded as one of the best ever, and now its anime adaptation is making huge strides. That anime is Chainsaw Man.
The masterpiece by Tatsuki Fujimoto recently released a new feature film, and nearly every fan who’s watched it has praised it highly. Despite different premises, Chainsaw Man has officially become a must-watch for all Attack on Titan fans.
From survival to violence, these two anime share surprising similarities
Chainsaw Man follows Denji, a boy fused with the devil dog Pochita, becoming a human-devil hybrid. In a world full of devils, Denji joins the Public Safety Devil Hunters and uses his powers to fight.
Attack on Titan fans will quickly notice the parallels. Both series deeply explore themes of violence, survival, and coming of age in harsh worlds.
Although Attack on Titan is a shonen series, it’s widely recognized as more mature than most anime. Chainsaw Man carries a similar tone and, in many ways, is even more mature and brutal in content.
The Reze film: A stunning revival that makes Chainsaw Man the “Attack on Titan of 2025”
Chainsaw Man’s anime adaptation first aired in 2021 but unfortunately fell short of fan expectations. However, the situation has completely changed. Chainsaw Man is once again making waves worldwide, thanks to the recently released feature film adaptation of the Reze Arc.
The Reze film is one of the biggest animated releases of 2025 and is even competing directly with Infinity Castle in some regions. This new movie is truly outstanding and has fixed many flaws from the original anime series. It’s not an exaggeration to call it the best animated film of 2025. While it may not surpass Infinity Castle overall, Reze offers far superior visuals and a touching story that fans can’t help but love. This is what earns it the title of “Attack on Titan of 2025.”
Thanks to the Reze film, the Chainsaw Man franchise has been reborn. Fans now recognize that this series is well worth their time, and it’s sure to become one of the most successful anime in the near future. In every way, Chainsaw Man has made a powerful comeback, and we can only hope for even more outstanding adaptations to continue the story.