Toei Animation’s recent update has left One Piece fans disappointed, as the studio announced a new special episode rather than resuming the main plot. Following a six-month break, audiences were hoping for the story to pick up again, but instead were met with what many see as a filler distraction. The decision has sparked backlash online, with fans calling out the studio for moving too slowly and focusing more on side content than actual progression.

Toei slammed for One Piece special episode

If you’re a One Piece fan, you probably know that the anime was on a six-month hiatus, during which it was said the series would return with improvements. However, there’s currently a lot of chatter and mixed opinions surrounding its comeback. The animation studio Toei is now facing backlash for a different reason, fans are upset that even after such a long break, the studio continues to release filler content, labeling them as “special episodes.” The recent announcement of another One Piece special episode has left many fans disappointed and frustrated.

Reacting to it, one wrote, “Took a 6 month break, still doing multiple weeks of filler episodes. How to completely kill the momentum of the anime. Thank you Toei.” Another added, “They abused us there. We had a 6-month break as a reminder.” A third went on to add, “A special episode damn I will wait longer for a normal episode but it’s fine.”

When will One Piece special episode release?

The One Piece special episode titled “Dr. Chopper’s Adventure Checkup – Good Friends at a Crossroad” will be released on June 22, 2025, in Japan.

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