My Hero Academia was a sensational series that gained immense popularity in Japan, but also worldwide. My Hero Academia achieved great success, thanks to its incredible story from the manga, but it wouldn't be as big as it is today without its amazing anime adaptation.
Kohei Horikoshi recommends the new My Hero Academia replacement to fans
MHA has a new replacement recommended by Horikoshi – and it could be Shonen Jump's next big hit.
My Hero Academia's Anime adaptation started in 2016, and it recently reached its beautiful conclusion in 2025. For almost 10 years, its anime adaptation was handled by Studio Bones, and many would say it was the studio's biggest new project.
Now, with My Hero Academia over, however, Studio Bones needs a new golden childand that series might already be here. At the moment, it seems Studio Bone's new replacement for My Hero Academia might just be the new hit series, Gachiakuta. Gachiakuta has just started this year, with many new projects already underway. Of course, Bones isn't completely abandoning My Hero Academia, and there are more MHA projects on the way as well.
Gachiakuta is Studio Bone's new big hit replacing MHA
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My Hero Academia has left a big hole
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Studio Bones will now rely on the big hit Gachiakuta
My Hero Academia Season 8 had fans on the edge of their seats with the immense quality it delivered. Many would consider it the Anime of the Year, and not just because of how great the final arc was. The animation, direction and production delivered by the legendary Studio Bones was on a whole other level. The fans' expectations were not only met, but absolutely exceeded in every way. My Hero Academia Season 8 was so good that not a single episode got less than 9/10.
People are not born equal. Each takes form differently, which leads us to care for others. It is because one's mind and body are different from someone else's that we are drawn to others in search of common ground. This is the truth about society that I learned when I was 17. — Izuku Midoriya, My Hero Academia
Still, My Hero Academia's main anime is now over, and with it, Studio Bone's biggest series is out of the picture. This has left a huge void for a new series to become the studio's biggest project, and many believe it to be none other than Gachiakuta.
Gachiakuta is a new Shonen series that has become an instant sensation
Gachiakuta is a new anime series animated by Studio Bones. This anime was originally released on July 6, 2025and for now, it's still releasing new episodes every week, even though it's nearing the end of its first season.
It's pretty clear to see Gachiakuta has been a hit with most anime fans. The story, based on the manga of the same name, is written and illustrated by the talented mangaka Kei Urana, and it has already stuck with fans. It follows the story of the main character Rudo, who is far from the average shonen MC. Rudo is driven by nothing but revenge. After being dumped in the pit, he awakens to his powers and unlocks important instruments. Rudo and the other characters in the show are fascinating to follow, and with dark twists, exciting battles, this series has been an enjoyable ride for everyone.
Gachiakuta season 1 is not even over yet, and many new projects are already planned for the series. For example, a new video game is already in development, as is a stage play.
Gachiakuta Season 2 has already been confirmed and features special treatment from Studio Bones
Gachiakuta season 1 was huge. In Japan it became very popular immediately and abroad, it became one of Crunchyroll's most popular series of the year.
The series has undoubtedly become massive in a short time. As such, many fans will be happy to discover that the future of the series is already in motion. Gachiakuta Season 2 has already been confirmed and greenlit by Studio Bones. This is huge, and all fans of the series are excited.
My Hero Academia Anime will officially make a big change to the manga
The anime is about to take a departure from the manga and change the ending.
However, the exact details, such as the release date, or even the year of release, have yet to be revealed to fans. It will be at least 2027 for a new season, possibly 2028 depending on how many episodes are produced and how everything goes.
Studio Bones is still not done with My Hero Academia
While My Hero Academia's main anime is over, and Gachiakuta is rising as Bones' next big hit, that doesn't mean MHA has been abandoned by them. It's actually the opposite. Although there is no more manga content to adapt, My Hero Academia is still getting more animated content.
For example during Jump Festa 2026 it was revealed My Hero Academia will have a twelfth episode in May 2026, titled “More”. This episode will cover the extra chapter of Horikoshi, MHA chapter 431.
However, it does not end there. My Hero Academia also has a spin-off sequel animated by Studio Bones called My Hero Academia Vigilantes. My Hero Academia Vigilantes got its first season in 2025, and it will soon return in 2026 with a second season. It is more than likely that Studio Bones will give this spin-off one to two more seasons.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't miss everything. But as long as I can still inspire and encourage others, I would still say that this is the story of how we became great heroes. All of us, throughout this time… this is the story of how we will continue to reach out to help forever. — Izuku Midoriya at the end of My Hero Academia Chapter 430
Of course, one cannot forget either the huge possibility of a My Hero Academia animated film. Although not confirmed yet, it is almost inevitable at this point. Jump Festa 2026 also strongly hinted at that, as two more future projects remain for MHA.
My Hero Academia will remain Studio Bones' most iconic series ever
While Gachiakuta is taking over Studio Bones now, it's unlikely to surpass it My Hero Academia general success. My Hero Academia is by far one of the most famous anime series everand its main character, Deku, is also one of the biggest faces of Shonen anime.
Gachiakuta is still far from reaching this level of fame. The only other Studio Bones anime that can really compete with My Hero Academia is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood can be said to be the greatest anime of all time.
In general ratings it is still over My Hero Academia. Both series will be remembered for years to come, but whether that will be the case for Gachiakuta remains to be seen.
My Hero Academia is a story about heroes in a world where special powers, called Quirks, are assigned to people at birth. In a world where heroes and villains battle, Deku aims to become the greatest hero of all time like his idol, All Might. The My Hero Academia manga ended with 431 chapters for fans to read. All these chapters are available on Manga Plus. My Hero Academia is also airing its final season, which will consist of 11 episodes in total. The series can be seen on Crunchyroll.
