Netmarble has invested $1.45M in the Solo Leveling anime production committee, fueling speculation about Season 3’s release date, budget, and future.
The Solo Leveling anime has just received a major production update, and fans are buzzing with excitement about what it could mean for Solo Leveling Season 3.
According to The Bell, South Korean game giant Netmarble has invested nearly two billion won (~US$1.45 million) into the anime’s production committee, giving the company a 20% stake. With key players like Sony and Piccoma already involved, this move could mark a turning point for the future of the anime.
Netmarble is no stranger to the franchise. The studio developed Solo Leveling: ARISE, the hit mobile RPG that quickly reached the Top 10 revenue charts in 27 countries.
The company is also working on two new titles:
By directly funding the anime, Netmarble ensures the series remains active and globally relevant, which in turn supports its gaming ecosystem.
While fans are hopeful, official news about Solo Leveling Season 3 has been scarce.
The first two seasons already required a massive 220,000 animation frames, highlighting just how ambitious the project is.
With a 20% stake worth $1.45M, fans estimate the total production budget could reach around $7.25M — far beyond the average $1–2M per anime season.
For context:
This raises speculation that Season 3 could feature movie-level animation quality or even a longer season run. Some theories suggest that Seasons 3 and 4 could be produced together.
Many fans believe the Aniplex Online Festival could deliver the long-awaited Season 3 announcement. While there’s still no confirmed release date, Netmarble’s investment has given the community fresh hope that the project is moving forward.
Until then, fans can enjoy the expanding Solo Leveling universe through the anime and Solo Leveling: ARISE