Solo Leveling is anime’s new hottest title, stealing the industry spotlight in 2024 with its debut, and shattering records with its near-masterful second season. The journey of protagonist Sung Jinwoo, from “World’s Weakest Hunter” to national level and beyond, has captured the attention of anime fans around the world. Incredibly tight pacing and jaw-dropping visuals, especially during its sophomore outing, have seemingly made the series a perennial candidate for anime of the year.