However, fans received unexpected updates from the streaming platform, as the series’ English dubs are set to face delays.
The highly anticipated episode 5, originally scheduled to premiere on February 15th, was pushed back to a week without any official explanation from Crunchyroll.
To make up for the delay, the platform confirmed that two new dubbed episodes will be released on February 22nd, as noted in a Collider report.
A minor setback for powerful performance anime
Despite this unexpected hiatus, the English dub went well, premiering just two weeks after the subtitle version was made available to US audiences. Since its debut in January, Solo Leveling Season 2 has maintained an upward trajectory, surpassing expectations, and has hampered major anime hits like Jujutsu Kaisen on Crunchyroll’s ratings chart.
According to streaming data, Solo Leveling Season 2 boasts an impressive 96% 5-star rating from over 500,000 viewers, with 94% of Jujutsu Kaisen exceeding 94% from nearly 491,000 ratings.
Only one piece and the Demon Slayer stand ahead in terms of overall rankings, solidifying the series as one of Crunchyroll’s top performance titles.
Expanding the solo leveling universe
The increased global success of solo leveling has encouraged multiple expansions within the franchise.
Following the overwhelming popularity of the first season, the spinoff Webtoon was introduced to further develop the storyline.
Additionally, ahead of the season 2 premiere, Crunchyroll released the $6.3 million compilation film Solo Leveling: Reawakening, a testament to the franchise’s constant fanbase.
Beyond anime, solo leveling has also entered live action, with Kakao Entertainment confirming earlier this year that the K-Drama adaptation is currently in early development.
What do you expect from “Solo Leveling” Season 2?
With 13 episodes in the second season, the anime continues to follow the transformation of Sung Jin Woo from the weakest hunter to one of the most terrifying beings present.
Having gained the ability to level up after surviving a rare double dungeon, Jin Woo evolved into a Shadow Lord and swayed the power to command Shadow Soldiers.
As his abilities become stronger, he is no longer fighting alone. It is to connect with elite hunters and fight against powerful threats born from the interdimensional gates.
Meanwhile, Jin Woo embarks on a personal mission to gather materials for the sacred water of life, a cure that can save his sick mother.
Voice actor Alex Le has returned to his voice with his English dub, lending his talent to Marvel’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man animated series.
When will dub resume?
Despite the short delay, Crunchyroll confirmed that Solo Leveling Season 2 – Arise from the Shadow-Arise will return on February 22nd with two English-covered episodes.
FAQ:
Is solo leveling a hit or a flop?
Solo Leveling has become extremely popular thanks to its successful webtoon and well-received anime adaptation.
Where can I watch Solo Leveling Season 2?
The anime can be viewed on Crunchyroll.
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