Defining a "Hidden Gem" | GR Anime Discussion

A video on YouTube. In Anime, a Krater category.

Summary by Krater

An explainer defining what constitutes a "hidden gem" anime through criteria like quality, popularity, and time since release, using examples like Revolutionary Girl Utena, Higurashi, and Black Clover.

From the video

Answers: What actually makes an anime a hidden gem?

hidden gem anime definition
anime popularity criteria
anime notoriety over time
evaluating classic anime

What it concludes

A hidden gem anime must meet high quality standards to justify why people do not talk about it.
A hidden gem anime cannot have a massive mainstream fan base.
Popularity of shows wanes over time, meaning formerly popular shows can become hidden gems years later.
Anime shows that are over 10 years old have a much higher likelihood of being unknown to newer fans.

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