Solo Leveling is amazing in all respects, from the animation department down to the likable main character, Sung Jin-Woo. Season 2 even took the level higher, giving fans an impressive battle between Jin-Woo and the Ant King on Jeju Island. However, Solo Leveling Season 3 remains unannounced, which is probably one of the reasons why fans are switching favorites.
While Solo Leveling remains a highly successful power fantasy anime, fans are turning to a romance anime from the Summer 2025 lineup, which has quickly become a breakout hit. With its wholesome storytelling, stunning animation, and beautifully animated chemistry between leads, The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity has captured the hearts of viewers worldwide.
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Solo Leveling Isn’t Among 2025’s Five Highest-Rated Anime
Solo Leveling Drops to Sixth Place
- Solo Leveling is behind Lord of the Mysteries.
- Solo Leveling could drop even further.
Solo Leveling has accomplished so much this year, from winning Crunchyroll’s Anime of the Year Award to becoming the streaming giant’s most-viewed anime. Naturally, fans are all eyes on Chugong’s original novel, wondering what’s next for the franchise that has released two successful anime seasons, a mobile game, and more. With such massive success under its belt, it’s surprising to see Solo Leveling drop from MAL’s highest-rated anime of 2025.
As of writing, Solo Leveling is only on the #6 spot, falling behind Lord of the Mysteries, To Be Hero X, Takopi’s Original Sin, The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, and even the romance anime, The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity. It’s expected to drop even further in the coming weeks as newer releases like My Hero Academia Season 8 and Spy x Family Season 3 continue to capture fan attention.
Despite the decline, anime and manhwa fans know that the future is bright for Solo Leveling, especially if it becomes more successful in Japan. It might even reach the same level of popularity as Naruto, Dragon Ball, and Demon Slayer if it continues to release more anime content. In other words, the franchise can easily sustain its popularity for years to come, as Jin-Woo's journey is far from being over in the anime.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity Ranks Higher Than Solo Leveling
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity Is The Highest-Rated Romance Anime of 2025
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity is one of the best anime of the Summer 2025 lineup, captivating fans with heartfelt romance and stellar animation fitting for a one-of-a-kind romance anime. Fans noted how refreshing the main characters are, especially their chemistry, which feels genuine and unforced. Watching Rintaro and Kaoruko's relationship develop was one of the best experiences of the season, if not the entire year.
No wonder fans rated The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity higher than even Solo Leveling in MAL, with a remarkable score of 8.72 as of writing. In comparison, Solo Leveling currently holds a score of 8.64, showing just how much this wholesome and character-driven romance has resonated with the audience. Unfortunately, the second season of The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity is still unconfirmed, leaving fans wanting more.
I just don't want to give up anymore.—Rintaro
Solo Leveling and The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity have nothing in common, yet both manage to attract a massive following in their own ways. Regardless of which anime is more popular, each represents the best of its genre. While Solo Leveling is becoming the gold standard for power fantasy anime, The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity is redefining modern romance.
Solo Leveling Season 3 Could Still Be Far Off
Solo Leveling Fans Are Losing Patience
It’s not unusual for a popular anime to lose traction when it stops releasing new episodes, and Solo Leveling is no exception. In fact, fans are now wondering what the repercussions of delaying Season 3 would be on the entire franchise, especially now that newer titles are beginning to replace it in both relevance and popularity. This is one of the reasons why fans are calling for a quick renewal or teaser announcement just to keep the momentum going for Solo Leveling.
At the moment, there’s no official word about Solo Leveling Season 3, leaving fans in suspense about when Sung Jin-Woo's rise to power will continue. Neither A-1 Pictures nor the production committee has confirmed a release window, which has only frustrated viewers. On the flip side, many fans still believe that the long wait could be a good sign, suggesting that A-1 Pictures is taking its time to deliver yet another successful season.
- Release Date
- 2024 - 2025-00-00
- Network
- Tokyo MX, Gunma TV, BS11, Tochigi TV
- Directors
- Tatsuya Sasaki, Toru Hamasaki
- Writers
- Shigeru Murakoshi, Shingo Irie, Fuka Ishii
Cast
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Taito BanSung Jin-woo -
Genta NakamuraYoo Jin-ho
- Creator(s)
- Chugong
