One Punch Man season 3 returned this fall with weekly installments of the Monster Association arc, but the conversation around Episode 4 has shifted from hype to heat. In the same breath, fans want hard info on Episode 5’s exact air time and where to watch. Below is a precise rundown of the outrage around Episode 4, the widely discussed “Royal Ripper” animation mistake earlier in the season, and the locked-in schedule for Episode 5.

What Happened With Episode 4: “Backlash Intensifies”

After the November 2, 2025, drop of Episode 4, fan reaction hardened into a sustained wave of complaints about animation and scene consistency. The backlash reached a point where some viewers publicly advocated ending the anime, saying they’ve “given enough chances” to the current production team. That ex

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