Fans of the Gachiakuta anime can now dive into Episode 17, which premiered on November 2, 2025, bringing with it a pivotal moment in Rudo’s journey through The Pit. The episode, titled “The World Might Never Be the Same,” dropped at 11:30 PM JST, with international viewers able to stream it shortly after on platforms like Crunchyroll.
This latest installment is set to explore critical developments, including the fate of Zanka, the unfolding schemes of Zodyl, and Rudo’s crucial decisions regarding revenge versus a larger fight.
Release Schedule and Where to Watch
Gachiakuta Episode 17 became available to stream on November 2, 2025, across various regions. For viewers in the US, this translated to release times such as 7:30 AM PDT, 9:30 AM CDT, and 10:30 AM EDT. In the UK, it was available at 3:30 PM GMT. Japanese audiences received the first broadcast via networks like TBS and CBC.
Internationally, Crunchyroll serves as the primary streaming platform for Gachiakuta, offering both subtitled and dubbed versions in North America, Central America, South America, the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, and Southeast Asia. The anime is also available in select Asian regions via Netflix.
Episode 17: A Crossroads for Rudo and the Cleaners
The preceding episodes have set a tense stage, with the Cleaners clashing with the Raiders in a dark chamber. Rudo’s demand for Amo’s location led to a chaotic “trashslide” that separated the Cleaners, leaving Rudo to confront Zodyl Tyhon, who proposed a joint effort to destroy the Sphere. Meanwhile, Zanka was seen struggling against a powered-up Jabber, ending the previous episode in a precarious state.
Episode 17 is expected to directly address the aftermath of these events. Predictions suggest it will be a “calm before the storm” moment where Rudo is forced to choose between personal vengeance and a greater responsibility, potentially shaping his role in the larger conflict. The episode will likely reveal Zanka’s survival and provide more insight into Zodyl’s intricate plans. Furthermore, rising tensions within Rudo’s group and hints about the mysterious connections between the “world above” and “world below” are anticipated to shift the narrative from curiosity to confrontation.
The Gachiakuta Anime’s Ongoing Run
The Gachiakuta anime, produced by Bones Film, premiered on July 6, 2025, and is confirmed for an uninterrupted six-month run, totaling 24 episodes. This consistent broadcast schedule, without breaks, is set to conclude around December 14, 2025. The series follows Rudo, a boy framed for murder and cast into The Pit, a dangerous wasteland filled with mutated garbage monsters. There, he discovers a unique power, wielding “Vital Instruments” from trash, and joins the rogue Cleaners faction to seek revenge against those who condemned him.
While the anime adaptation is progressing, the original Gachiakuta manga, written and illustrated by Kei Urana, began serialization in Weekly Shōnen Magazine in February 2022. As of September 2025, the manga has collected 16 tankōbon volumes. Chapter 17 of the manga, titled “Claw Assault,” was released much earlier, in June 2022, detailing a intense battle for Rudo.
