Most-Hyped Anime Episodes That Broke the Internet and Crashed Streaming Platforms

Anime has come a long way from being seen as a niche subculture. Today, some of its biggest releases generate the same level of excitement as blockbuster movies or major sporting events, with fans counting down the days until an episode finally drops. But while trending on social media is basically the new normal, every now and then, an episode becomes so anticipated that streaming platforms simply cannot keep up with the flooding number of viewers.