One Piece vs the One Piece: What’s changed in the fast-paced remake

One Piece is one of the Big Three anime series that has been a global sensation due to its exceptional plot. From the second Luffy entered the story as a boy with big dreams to watching him be closer than ever to achieving it has made fans emotional. While the story has remained timeless and a masterpiece, the pacing has not.

Toei Animation is the production house that has been animating this series since it began, and it has announced news that the One Piece anime is getting a remake, where they will work on the pacing.

Many viewers tend to skip this show because of the large number of episodes it has. In addition to the number of episodes, the anime is heavily criticized for its pacing, which is extremely slow.

So, to revitalize the series and make it appealing to new viewers, the production house decided to accelerate the tempo to deliver the iconic story in a better format. This is an interesting choice as it caters to the modern audience.

As of June 2025, the One Piece anime currently has over 1150 episodes, but a Toei Animation remake of this anime would reportedly have the same narrative arcs in just 282 episodes. However, the condensed number of episodes is not the only upside to this new remake.

The original series was released in 1999, and as of now, the production team is well equipped to deliver the same story with better animation. Characters will receive sharper character designs, fluid fight choreography, and dazzling color palettes. This would mean that the story would not only be faster but also visually more appealing.

While many fans would prefer watching the original version of this anime, the fast-paced version would be a good choice if viewers want to catch up on the storyline faster before the Final Saga concludes. Additionally, this again would be a good choice if viewers enjoy a modern style of animation.

A side-by-side comparison of the original One Piece series with the new remake

Originally, Toei Animation was so faithful to the materials in manga that they animated it exactly without missing a beat. That is why it feels so long; with this new One Piece remake, they plan to remove unnecessary buildup, which most viewers find boring.

What is lost in translation?

Those who have watched the original series agree that One Piece is a masterpiece and has flawlessly adapted Eiichiro Oda’s manga. That is why some have argued that this new remake could potentially sacrifice some crucial moments for speed.

For instance, in the original anime, moments had room to breathe. Usopp’s arc in Water 7, for example, gave us several episodes to explore his insecurities and fears. In the remake, those scenes are still there, but they're condensed, sometimes to the point of feeling abrupt. This is a trade-off: less emotional drag, but sometimes less emotional depth too.

Many viewers enjoy the nostalgia of the classic animation style of the show. For longtime fans, that is One Piece. For new fans, it may come off as dated. The One Piece strips that away in favor of modern style. While beautiful, it may not scratch the nostalgic itch for older fans.

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In conclusion, this series is not competing with itself; it is only offering a choice to viewers to select which version they would be more comfortable with.

You’d start with the One Piece to experience the story at full throttle, then dive into the original for the extra flavor, filler, and charm. But even if you only pick one, you’re still setting sail on one of the greatest adventures anime has ever told.

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