Among the names mentioned on the list were sequels to famous franchises and adaptations of manga with large followings. For long-time fans, these shows represented years of anticipation, and to see them labeled as failures felt disrespectful.
TThe phrase “how dare you judge” became common in comment sections, showing how personally audiences took the criticism. On platforms like Reddit and X, debates ran long, with some agreeing that the list had a point while others felt it was simply designed to stir drama.
Part of the controversy also came from how expectations are set in the first place. A major anime backed by a well-known studio and promoted heavily will always carry pressure to succeed. If the animation quality dips, the pacing feels off, or the adaptation strays too far from the source material, disappointment often follows.
Critics of the list argued that these challenges are part of the production process and should not result in a harsh label. Supporters of the list countered that the point was not to insult, but to remind studios of the risks of overpromising and underdelivering.