ONE PUNCH MAN Season 3 Rating is Bad, But These 5 Scenes Are Still Highly Anticipated

Kapanlagi.com - The anime series One-Punch Man returns to greet fans with its third season, which premiered on October 12, 2025. This third season of One-Punch Man is produced by J.C.Staff and continues the adaptation of the highly anticipated "Monster Association Arc" that fans of the manga have been looking forward to.

However, after a very long wait, the newly aired Season 3 has been met with a lukewarm, even negative, reception from hardcore fans. Ratings on several platforms even plummeted. Here are the main reasons why One Punch Man Season 3 has disappointed fans.

When Season 2 moved to J.C.Staff, the quality began to decline, although it was still acceptable. Unfortunately, in Season 3, this issue has worsened. Many fans have complained about the visuals feeling stiff, the excessive use of still images, and backgrounds that seem rushed. Some even hinted that the fight animation feels like a PowerPoint presentation slide.

In fact, this arc is known as one of the most impactful in the series, featuring massive fight scenes, incredible character moments, and allowing many cast members to truly shine.

Therefore, despite the poor ratings, fans are still looking forward to how the iconic scenes from this arc will be visualized in One Punch Man Season 3. Here are some of the most anticipated scenes from One-Punch Man Season 3 taken from the manga version.

1. Epic Battle Tatsumaki vs. Psykos/Psykos-Orochi

One of the most spectacular battles to be presented in the third season is the duel between Tatsumaki, the second-ranked S-Class hero known as the Tornado of Terror, against Psykos, the leader of the Monster Association who later joins forces with the Monster King Orochi. This battle showcases Tatsumaki's incredible psychic powers, where she can even lift an entire city and use it as a weapon.

When Psykos and Orochi join forces, they create a tremendous threat, capable of literally altering the landscape. Tatsumaki, who initially held back her powers to avoid harming heroes and civilians, ultimately unleashes her full strength after Genos helps her evacuate everyone. This scene will be a stunning visual spectacle with tremendous psychic effects.

2. Garou's Evolution

Garou is the anti-hero figure awaited in ONE PUNCH MAN

Garou's journey, the "Hero Hunter," towards monstrosity is one of the central story arcs in this arc. After being severely injured at the end of the second season, Garou is taken to the Monster Association's headquarters and continues to evolve, becoming an increasingly powerful threat. He will face various S-Class heroes, including intense battles against Darkshine and his former teacher, Bang.

The fight between Garou and Bang is highly anticipated, as it is the culmination of their complex relationship, with Bang desperately trying to bring his former student back to his senses. Both will showcase the "Water Stream Rock Smashing Fist" technique at its highest level, demonstrating Garou's evolution that allows him to perform Bang and Bomb's combination techniques alone. Garou's transformation into an increasingly powerful and terrifying monster will be a main highlight.

3. The S-Class Heroes' Assault on the Monster Headquarters

The S-level heroes prepare to enter the monster's lair together.

The Monster Association Arc involves a massive attack by the Hero Association on the underground headquarters of the Monster Association. This is the moment when many S-Class heroes will showcase their full abilities in one-on-one battles against Dragon-level monster executives. The heroes must get through hordes of monsters to save hostages, including Narinki's son, Waganma.

This battle will feature various S-Class heroes such as Atomic Samurai against Black Sperm, Zombieman against Homeless Emperor, and Flashy Flash against Hellfire Flame and Tempest Wind. Each of these fights will be an opportunity for the heroes to shine and show why they are ranked at the top.

Although in reality, the execution of this scene is not optimal in the anime, the heroic moment when the heroes line up to act together is what fans are looking forward to.

4. Saitama VS Orochi

Orochi VS Saitama

Although Saitama often does not get directly involved in the initial conflicts, he will surely find his way to the center of the action. One important moment is his encounter with the Monster King Orochi, the leader of the Monster Association. This fight will be another demonstration of Saitama's unmatched power, as he easily defeats a major threat considered invincible by other heroes.

This battle, although brief from Saitama's perspective, is very significant for the storyline and shows how far Saitama has surpassed all existing threats. It also becomes a turning point in the arc, paving the way for a larger conflict.

5. The Peak of the Fight: Saitama vs. Garou (Cosmic Garou)

The climax of the "Monster Association Arc" is the epic battle between Saitama and Garou, who has reached the "Cosmic Fear Mode." This battle is one of the most anticipated in the history of the One-Punch Man manga, showcasing an unprecedented scale of destruction. Garou, who has evolved to mimic cosmic powers, becomes the most challenging opponent for Saitama so far.

This fight is not just about physical strength, but also about the philosophy of heroism and monsters. Saitama, although always winning with one punch, is forced to take things a bit more seriously when facing the ever-evolving Garou. This scene will be an incredible spectacle, with animation expected to capture the dynamics and intensity of the iconic manga panels. In fact, Saitama showcases new moves like the "Serious Sneeze" capable of destroying part of Jupiter.

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