Summer 2025 Anime mid-Ranking: Niconico Reveals Top 10
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Dwango Co., Ltd. has announced the top 10 mid-term rankings of all 61 summer anime titles (including free and paid works) distributed on the video streaming service Niconico. This ranking is a unique compilation of works distributed by Wednesday, August 15th, 2025 based on the number of views, comments, and views.
Summer 2025 anime mid-ranking
- The original crime of Tacoile
- Dandadan
- “That dress-up doll falls in love” Season 2
- Badgaru
- Silent Witch: The hidden secret of the Silent Witch
- ruri’s Jewel
- What’s the latest detective?
- There’s no way I could become a lover, it’s unfeasible! (※It wasn’t impossible!?)
- New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT[CENSORED version]
- Intercultural exchange with girls in the arcade
The final episode of Tacoile’s Original Sin, which was released on August 2nd, achieved the highest momentum in the initial velocity rankings, and also ranked number one in the midterm rankings. On Niconico, many memorable lines from the story were posted as comments, such as “That’s why tassels are?” and “I don’t know,” and gradually became memes.In addition, every episode attracted a lot of excitement, with the characters, including Tacopi, being watched with comments such as “Tacopi’s Devil’s Wow,” and every episode was watched.
“Dandadan”, “That Dress-up Doll Is In Love”, “Bad Girl”, and “Silent Witch” also ranked in the top 5 following the initial velocity rankings. The second place in “Dandadan”, episode 18, which was released on August 8th, led the number of comments. In the performance scene of the song “Hunting Soul” by the rock band HAYASii that appeared in the film,the band was filled with comments such as “I’m purifying you,” and many comments such as “God” and “An aggressive song.”
All 10 ranking works are available for unlimited viewing by Niconico Premium members.Enjoy popular summer anime titles as many times as you like with comments.
■ List of unlimited viewing works for premium members: https://anime.nicovideo.jp/special/premium-video
[1st place]The original crime of Tacopy
It began serialization in Shonen Jump+ in 2021, and recorded the highest number of views of serialized works at the time, and although the book is complete, it has sold over 1.45 million copies. This work was also selected as third place in the Men’s Edition of “This Manga Amazing! 2023”. The story follows Tacoile, a “happy alien” who has come to Earth, meets Shizuka, a human girl, and uses her “happy tools” to help bring back Shizuka’s smile.
“Dress-Up Doll Is Love” Season 2 & “Badgaru” Ranked in Anime Trends
The latest anime trends have been revealed, with “Dress-Up Doll Is Love” Season 2 securing the 3rd spot and “Badgaru” taking 4th place.
“Dress-Up Doll Is Love” Season 2 continues the heartwarming comedy that deepens the relationship between Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa through the world of cosplay.Initially requested by Umimu, a popular classmate and cosplay enthusiast, the series is based on the manga serialized in Young Gangan from 2018 to March of this year, boasting over 13 million copies sold. Season 1 premiered in January 2022.
■ “The Dress-up doll Is Love” Season 2 Work Page URL: https://anime.nicovideo.jp/detail/bisquedoll-anime2/index.html
■ The latest episode URL for “That Dress-up doll Is Love” Season 2: https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/so45267950
In 4th place, “Badgaru” is a school comedy following Yutani Yu, a first-year high school student who considers himself a delinquent – bad at everything, except for being bad. The series originates as a four-panel comic currently serialized in Manga Time kirara Carat.
N Anime Announces Summer 2025 Anime Lineup, Featuring Sequels and New Series
N Anime, the anime streaming service operated by Dwango Co.,Ltd., has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup of anime series scheduled to premiere in Summer 2025. The proclamation, made on August 18, 2025, includes a mix of returning favorites and exciting new titles, catering to a diverse range of anime fans. The lineup will be available on Nico Nico and N Anime. Fans can also view the current N Anime Summer 2025 Anime Ranking List and the full N Anime 2025 Summer Anime List.
Summer 2025 anime Highlights
The summer 2025 season promises a strong selection of anime, including:
Dandadan Season 2: Continuing the supernatural action-comedy, the second season of Dandadan will pick up where the first left off, following the adventures of Ken Takakura and Momo Ayase. The series is based on the manga by Tatsuyukinobu.
That Dress-up Doll Is Love Season 2: The charming slice-of-life anime That Dress-up Doll Is Love returns for a second season,further exploring the world of cosplay and the blossoming relationship between Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo. The anime is based on the manga by Fukuda shinichi.
BadGal: A new action anime, BadGal, based on the manga by Nikumaru, is set to debut. Details regarding the plot and characters are currently limited,but the series is generating buzz for its unique art style and premise.
Silent Witch: The Secret of the Silent Witch: This fantasy anime, based on the light novel series by Yozora Festival – Fujimi Nana, will follow the story of a powerful witch navigating a new school and concealing her abilities.
N Anime and Dwango Co., Ltd.
N Anime is a prominent anime streaming platform in Japan, known for its simultaneous broadcasts and extensive library. It is operated by Dwango Co., Ltd., a Japanese technology and entertainment company. Dwango’s Public Relations Department can be contacted at dwango-pr@dwango.co.jp for press inquiries.
Key Takeaways
N Anime has announced its Summer 2025 anime lineup.
The lineup includes sequels to popular series Dandadan and That Dress-up Doll Is Love, alongside new titles BadGal and Silent Witch: The Secret of the Silent Witch.
The anime will be available on Nico Nico and N Anime.
Dwango Co., Ltd. operates N Anime and is the point of contact for press inquiries.
This Summer 2025 lineup demonstrates N Anime’s commitment to providing a diverse and engaging anime experience for its viewers. As the premiere dates approach, further details regarding each series will undoubtedly be revealed, building anticipation among fans.