Many fans admitted they had to do a double take, saying some of the teaser's shots looked so realistic that they initially thought they were watching a live-action film.
At the same time, the teaser has sparked an intense debate. Some viewers credit the breathtaking visuals to top-tier traditional animation, while others argue the striking realism stems from advanced compositing, CGI, lighting, and cinematic camera work blending seamlessly together.
Either way, the teaser has become one of the anime community's hottest topics, with fans praising how effortlessly it blurs the line between animation and reality. Whether you call it incredible animation or masterful compositing, Solo Leveling has once again raised the bar for anime visuals.