On Reddit , fans discussed the anime they stopped watching halfway through and the reasons behind that decision. This type of discussion highlights diverse expectations and personal experiences.
The reasons why someone decides to abandon an anime halfway through are varied and reflect both subjective and objective aspects of the viewing experience. Below, we explore some of the most common reasons mentioned in the debate:
- Slow Pace: One of the reasons is the series' pacing. Some anime can take a while to develop their main plot, resulting in boring early episodes.
- Lack of Connection with Characters: Emotional connection with characters is crucial for many. If characters fail to generate empathy, viewers may lose interest in continuing the story.
- Predictable or Cliché Story: Originality in the plot is another determining factor. Stories that feel repetitive or follow tropes and clichés without bringing anything new can be off-putting.
- Animation Quality: Visual quality is an important aspect for many anime fans. Inconsistent, poor, or buggy animation can be distracting and diminish the overall enjoyment of the series.
- Criticism and External Opinions: In short, the opinions of other fans, friends, or online critics can influence the perception of a series. If an anime receives persistent negative reviews, some viewers may decide to abandon it before investing more time.
The Reddit debate highlights that while the decision to stop watching anime halfway through may seem simple, it is influenced by a combination of factors.
Check out some anime that fans stopped watching:
- "I stopped watching the second season of Vinland Saga because I found it so boring. And also Sword Art Online."
- "Tokyo Ghoul. It's a shame because I loved the manga. They couldn't maintain the plot, the animation quality dropped, and when they finally decided to return to the original story, they didn't fix the discrepancies, so anyone who only watched the anime was left confused."
- "Not exactly in the middle, but Ninja Kamui. Man, I swear I can't handle the mecha suits. It was tolerable at first, but in my opinion, by episode 9, it was out the window. The ninjas were already crazy in the series, what was the need?"
- “I stopped watching Boruto: Naruto Next Generations because I couldn't connect with Boruto and I thought most of the characters were cheap versions of the original cast.”
- “The Rising of the Shield Hero. At first, it felt like it wasn't just another generic isekai #372628, but it ended up being a generic isekai with all the bad clichés.”
- "Tokyo Revengers. I expected some development in the protagonist's character, but no, nothing happened."
- “Rent A Girlfriend after the second season. It was pretty boring for me.”
- “I stopped watching Black Clover because I couldn't tolerate Asta screaming for no reason every two seconds.”
- "Nisekoi. I read that there's no real resolution at the end of the manga, and I can't stand that kind of thing."
- “Whisper Me A Love Song due to its poor production quality.”
- “The second season of Yakusoku no Neverland was when I realized they deviated too much from the original canon.”
- “Yashahime, I got bored immediately, and by the end of the season, I realized I couldn't waste my time on it.”
- "I stopped watching Fate/Apocrypha a few episodes before the end because I felt nothing for the main story. I think most Fate stories have a predetermined ending, so once you're three-quarters of the way through the series, you already know what it's going to be."
- “I also stopped watching Re because I didn't like it. I liked the characters (especially the magical girl who, once brought to the real world, did much more damage than in her original universe, which irritated her; and the villain had an incredible design), but the narrative couldn't grab me. I might finish it someday, but hey.”
- "I finished Naruto Shippuden's Pain Arc and some filler episodes and took a break to watch other series. I never picked it up again, but I always tell myself I should finish it someday."
- “I stopped watching MASHLE because it got boring and repetitive, even though it was good at first.”
- "Most recently, the current season of the slime isekai. The second season had pacing issues, and this one started off so boring that I just couldn't keep going."
Finally, these are some anime that fans stopped watching halfway through. Also, let us know what you think in the comments and be sure to follow AnimeNew on our WhatsApp and on Google News .
Source: Reddit
