One Punch Man enthusiasts express gratitude following Season 3 development

One Punch Man Season 3 was initially thought to be animated by MAPPA, but it has been clarified that this is not the case – causing a divide among fans.

One Punch Man is a popular superhero series loved for its blend of comedy and action. The main character, Saitama, is a hero who is often underestimated and constantly faces chaotic situations due to his overwhelming strength.

The anime's first season came out in 2015 with amazing animation by Madhouse. The second season in 2019 was handled by J.C. Staff. In 2022, the announcement of a third season was made. Even though the creators never mentioned MAPPA's name, fans believed it was the studio taking over the project.

Recently, an update on Season 3 confirmed that J.C. Staff is the official animation studio, much to the delight of fans.

J.C Staff will be animating One Punch Man Season 3

A recent update from Jujutsu Kaisen (@Go_Lover) on X/Twitter revealed that One Punch Man Season 3 will not be animated by MAPPA, but by J.C. Staff.

Fans are now shocked to see the shift in attitude towards MAPPA. Once a beloved studio, things have changed after JJK Season 2. With controversies and reports of poor treatment towards employees, fans are now avoiding MAPPA.

Now that MAPPA will not be animating the next season of One Punch Man, fans are showing support for the animators. However, some fans were not satisfied with the animation in Season 2 and are hoping for Madhouse to make a return. One fan on X expressed, “NOOOO MADHOUSE WHERE ARE YOU THEY’RE GONNA RUIN IT,” while another fan wrote, “NOOOO NOT AGAIN PLEASE.”

Some fans admit that they are not familiar with the other works of the studio, but they are adamant about not compromising the animation quality of One Punch Man Season 3. With the upcoming season expected to showcase significant fights, fans are urging J.C. Staff not to repeat the same mistakes from the previous season.

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Editor's P/S:

The announcement that J.C. Staff will be animating One Punch Man Season 3 has sparked mixed reactions among fans. Some are delighted that the studio responsible for Season 2 will be returning, while others express concern over the quality of animation, particularly in light of the studio's previous efforts. The news has also highlighted the shift in fan sentiment towards MAPPA, a studio once admired for its exceptional work but now facing criticism due to controversies and reports of employee mistreatment.

As a fan of the series, I understand the desire for high-quality animation, especially given the action-packed nature of One Punch Man. While J.C. Staff has faced criticism for Season 2, it's important to remember that the studio has also produced acclaimed works such as Toradora! and Food Wars!. I remain hopeful that the studio will learn from past mistakes and deliver an animated adaptation that meets the expectations of fans and does justice to the iconic characters and story.