The Cel Block: Anime Reviews & Analysis for the Gen-X Fan

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Summer Anime Picks & the Rise of Heartwarming Iyashikei - Pinned Up Ink

As summer heats up, anime fans have plenty to explore—from Rent-a-Girlfriend’s dramatic return to the soothing rise of the iyashikei genre. Discover how series like Frieren and the upcoming Wash It All Away offer peaceful escapes amidst seasonal hype. Whether you’ve been glued to your screen or need a wind-down watch, this article serves as a thoughtful, entertaining roundup of what’s hot—and what’s healing.

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Crunchyroll Summer 2025 Anime Lineup: The Streaming Shake-Up - Pinned Up Ink

Crunchyroll’s Summer 2025 anime lineup redefines the streaming landscape with 40+ blockbuster returns and bold new debuts. Anchored by Dan Da Dan, Kaiju No. 8, and global-first donghua, this season marks Crunchyroll’s bid for anime dominance. Explore the strategies, headline series, standout premieres, and industry impacts in our in-depth analysis of what promises to be a milestone moment in anime history.

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HIDIVE's Summer 2025 Strategy: Beating Titans with Curation & Dubs - Pinned Up Ink

As anime giants battle for dominance in Summer 2025, HIDIVE offers a curated alternative with a strategy built on quality dubs and niche appeal. Anchored by Call of the Night Season 2 and the “Summer of Dubs” initiative, HIDIVE delivers focused, genre-diverse programming to dub-first fans. Its boutique approach targets viewers who seek thoughtful curation over sheer volume in a saturated streaming market.

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Shinsei Galverse: A New Era of Anime Born from Web3 - Pinned Up Ink

Shinsei Galverse follows Zero, a mysterious cosmic entity who crash-lands on war-torn planet Amatera with no memory. Joining resistance leader Ring, she battles the Gevuran invaders while discovering her true identity as a "Galverse." Originally an NFT project featuring 8,888 diverse "Gals," this crowdfunded anime blends 90s nostalgia with modern storytelling, premiering Summer 2025 on YouTube and other platforms.

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