Solo Leveling Season 2 has taken the anime world by storm, earning widespread acclaim for its gripping adaptation. With each episode surpassing expectations, fans have been eagerly anticipating an epic. Given the show’s immense popularity, many speculated that the final episodes would receive special treatment—perhaps an extended finale or back-to-back episodes. Unfortunately, recent updates have dispelled these hopes, confirming that the season will stick to its standard schedule.
Despite the growing anticipation, the final episodes will not break from tradition. The series will continue with its usual weekly release, dashing any hopes of an extended sendoff. While this may come as a letdown to those expecting something grander, Solo Leveling remains one of the most talked-about anime of the year. As the finale approaches, fans can only hope for surprises that make up for the standard rollout.
No Special Finale for Solo Leveling Season 2 Weekly Releases Confirmed
Solo Leveling (A-1 Pictures)
Solo Leveling Season 2 has built a massive following since its premiere in January 2025. The anime has been praised for its faithful adaptation of Chugong’s manhwa, even as it makes a few changes from the source material. Episode 18, “Don’t Look Down on My Guys,” was a game-changer, trending worldwide and even crashing streaming platforms. With each new release, the hype has only grown stronger.
Many fans believed that the final episodes would be handled differently, possibly with a double release or an extended finale. This was based on the overwhelming response to recent episodes, particularly “It Was All Worth It,” which saw record-breaking engagement. However, contrary to these expectations, Solo Leveling’s release schedule will remain unchanged, with one episode dropping per week until the season concludes.
According to sources from the Solo Leveling subreddit, the series will not deviate from its usual structure. Season 2 will consist of 13 episodes, maintaining the same format as Season 1, which had 12 episodes (or 13 if counting the recap episode). The final episode is officially set to air on March 29, 2025, for North American audiences. Any rumors about a special sendoff were simply unfounded speculation.
While some fans are disappointed by the lack of an extended finale, this approach isn’t unusual for high-profile anime. Dragon Ball Daima, despite its immense hype and significant story developments, followed the same weekly schedule. Given Solo Leveling’s success, fans expected something more substantial, especially with concerns that crucial moments from the source material might be rushed in these final episodes.
Solo Leveling (A-1 Pictures)
Even though Season 2 won’t receive a dramatic farewell, that doesn’t mean the anime is done making headlines. Following the Season 1 finale, Solo Leveling Season 2 was confirmed just one day later on March 30, 2024. If history repeats itself, there’s a strong chance that a major announcement could follow the of Season 2 as well.
Meanwhile, Solo Leveling continues to dominate pop culture, with new merchandise rolling out and frequent updates for the online game, Solo Leveling: Arise. While the anime’s finale may not be as grand as some had hoped, fans still have plenty to look forward to in the franchise’s ever-growing universe.
Despite expectations that hit series like House of the Dragon, Shogun, and Arcane would dominate the list of most pirated shows, new data reveals a surprising trend. Anime and manga have taken over the rankings, proving their immense popularity worldwide. While this surge in piracy is concerning for the industry, it also highlights the medium’s growing influence in international markets.
According to a report from data analytics company MUSO, anime accounted for eight of the ten most pirated series in 2024. Only The Boys and House of the Dragon made the cut from outside the anime genre. With anime becoming more accessible through platforms like Crunchyroll and Netflix, this increase in piracy raises questions about the evolving of digital entertainment.
Anime Dominates the List of Most Pirated Shows
Deku (Bones)
Variety’s coverage of MUSO’s research confirms that anime piracy is more rampant than ever. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 led the rankings, followed by My Hero Academia Season 7 and Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2. The widespread demand for anime has led to an increase in illegal streaming and downloads, showing how the medium has overtaken even last year’s biggest shows.
Top 10 Most Pirated TV Shows of 2024
- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3
- My Hero Academia Season 7
- Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2
- House of the Dragon Season 2
- Dandadan Season 1
- Tsukimichi: Moonlight Fantasy Season 2
- The Boys Season 4
- Solo Leveling Season 1
- Tower of God Season 2
- Blue Lock Season 2
While anime piracy has reached new highs, manga piracy has grown at an even faster rate. MUSO’s report shows that manga piracy skyrocketed from 16.5 billion views in the first quarter of 2024 to 25.7 billion by the fourth quarter. A 21.82% increase in views between Q2 and Q3 was noted as highly unusual, signaling a massive rise in illegal consumption.
Unlike anime, manga has not seen the same improvements in accessibility. Many fan-favorite series, including Hajime no Ippo, Basara, and Captain Tsubasa, still lack official English translations. Even major titles like Kingdom and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run have only recently secured English releases, leaving countless other series unavailable to international audiences.
A significant reason for rising manga piracy is the delay between the Japanese and English releases. While simulpubs are becoming more common, many major titles like One Piece, Berserk, and Kagurabachi still experience a gap between their magazine release and official translations. Additionally, the cost of physical and digital volumes remains high, making piracy a more attractive option for many fans.
House of the Dragon
Japanese authorities have intensified efforts to combat anime and manga piracy, with international enforcement measures also taking place. While these crackdowns help reduce piracy in the short term, industry leaders must focus on making legal content more accessible and affordable. Without addressing the root causes of piracy, demand for illegal sources is unlikely to decrease.
