Few anime shows have changed the world like Attack on Titan did. From its exciting start in 2013 to its emotional ending in 2023, the series gave fans amazing animation, deep ideas to think about, and unforgettable characters in the series. Now, almost two years after it ended, Attack On Titan Set to Win Its Biggest Crunchyroll Award, the first-ever Global Impact Award from Crunchyroll on 25 May 2025.
Crunchyroll’s Anime Awards usually celebrate the best anime of the year, but this new award is different. It honors shows that have made a big impact that lasts even after the show ends. Attack on Titan is the perfect as choice to win this award first. For over 10 years, it has been loved by fans all over the world and helped make anime more popular and accepted everywhere. This award isn’t just a prize for anime, it’s a thank-you to the production team and the anime for changing the way people see anime.
Attack on Titan: The Defining Anime of the Last Decade
Anime has been getting more popular among people since the early 2000s, but Attack on Titan was a turning point in the industry. It wasn’t just the exciting action, amazing world-building, or emotional music, though the show had all of that. It was the right mix of good timing, easy access, and strong emotions that helped it reach far beyond typical anime fans.
When Attack on Titan came out in 2013, it immediately stood out. The very first episode ended with a shocking moment that surprised many viewers. As the series went on, the story changed and grew, exploring big ideas like freedom, control, and the endless cycle of violence. What started as a survival story turned into a deep political drama, and fans stayed hooked by its bold storytelling.
Crunchyroll, the top anime streaming service in the West, helped Attack on Titan reach more people. As the anime got more popular, so did Crunchyroll, many fans even joined the platform just to watch the show. This strong connection between the show and the platform helped both grow together. In fact, the series played a big part in making anime popular and respected in places where it used to be a small, niche interest.
Now Attack on Titan Set to Win Its Biggest Crunchyroll Award
As Attack on Titan gets ready to accept their most important award, it stands not just as a finished anime, but as a legend in this anime industry. Over its 10 years, it has inspired fan art, cosplay, academic talks, and deep conversations about war, what’s right and wrong, and freedom. Characters like Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, Levi, and Armin have become famous worldwide, each with loyal fans.
More importantly, Attack on Titan helped anime become more popular across the world. It proved that anime can tell deep, meaningful stories while still being fun to watch. It showed that great stories can connect with people no matter where they’re from or what language they speak. By winning the first Global Impact Award, it shows that this series is more than just an anime show, it’s a worldwide movement.
Looking forward, anime has many rising stars. Shows like Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer, and Solo Leveling are exciting the next generation of fans. But the path they’re following was shaped by Attack on Titan. It showed what anime could be, not just fun, but also powerful, thoughtful, and important.
As fans celebrate this award, one thing is certain: Attack on Titan may be over, but its influence is just getting started among the fans.