Link Click is ACTUALLY the Best Anime of 2021.

Link Click has skyrocketed in the ratings after the series (or season) finished recently, taking the number 20 spot on MyAnimeList. And it is INCREDIBLE. This show has absolutely blown me away, even more than its fellow Spring 2021 underrated anime Odd Taxi did. And I'm sure you have questions: What is Link Click? What makes it so good, what is it about, what is a donghua, wh-
Along with my last video on Link Click from two weeks ago, this video gives you everything you need to know about the series and why it is so amazing! Check it out!
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► Timestamps:
0:00 - What is Link Click?
3:19 - ACC's Quick Recap
4:12 - Writing a Time Travel Story
5:45 - The Horror of Time Travel...
9:20 - ...and the Beauty of It.
11:13 - The Power of Cliffhangers
13:17 - A Bit of Everything
► Music:
A bunch of copyright-free tunes (mainly from Legend of Zelda BOTW & One Piece). If u wanna know the tracks, just leave a comment asking!
► Tags:
#anime #linkclick #donghua
► Thumbnail Design & Visuals:
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[@sharp8185]

The cliffhangers with the outro starting in the background and then the four beeps to fully kick the outro in after a cliffhanger always makes me hype

[@ParadoxS3]

Can't explain how much I relate to this. Always hypes you up once you start hearing that phone noise...

[@skykinggaming2090]

Those beeps man, always hits hard

[@JkAlombro]

Especially on the ending of episode 3 when the ball went in.

[@bombintheseeinq]

Ouran.

[@exatyl711]

FR the outro makes you get all excited and hyper and wanting to know what happens in the next episode. I love it

[@lialiakicks]

I literally SCREAMED at the end of each episode. Those cliffhangers were BRUTAL😂

[@hedera1775]

idk if i screamed but i definetly agree lol

[@amalik6061]

It's my first Chinese anime and I don't regret watching it. It's easily on my personal top 5 anime of all time. Can't wait for Season 2.

[@michaelas4810]

Donghua*

[@ryboits75]

Kings Avatar is pretty lit too

[@edogawakonan8930]

I am a Chinese, and yes, it's also my first Donghua ive watched, i used to watch Anime alot, but didnt expect Donghua is this good!!!

[@youbluethatone1017]

To Be Hero

[@plague-thirster3177]

@Brian Bruh that’s like calling all humans “Africans” just because humans originated from Africa.

[@thefishiest]

i actually cried so many times watching this show. parents just hit too close to homs man. it was delivered so well. i really related to missing your parents and not being able to see them for long periods of time.

[@AzureSky-dq5xf]

Ik there's most who was close to crying/tearing up, but the parents was way too close that I immediately thought of them and bawled my eyes out.

[@zzasdfwas]

Time travel is not even the biggest conundrum in the show. The particular form of time travel uses mind control/possession, which is kinda a bigger deal than the time travel itself. Because a big part of the show is how the thoughts and feelings of the affect Cheng and vice versa. It makes the show more psychological than most time travel which focus more on details of events and history. Which is good because it really grips the heart.

[@someone4585]

This show is so unique it’s amazing

[@bintangdilangit3348]

What i like about link clik are they realistic really human in character i mean thats what real human gonna react to problems, people are completed the emotional rollercoaster in story, and in the same time the character itself not over react. Maybe it will be less entertaining for many people, but for me who are tired of seeing anime patterns that must be admittedly kind similar lately this feels refreshing

[@shelboob1]

Enjoyed this anime the op and closing song bop! Honestly if they don't make a second season the ending was justified and awesome 👏 plus who doesn't like emotional trainwreck male lead characters

[@kandade4563]

It's called donghua, not anime btw

[@PlatinumSperms]

Season 2 has already been announced

[@ishaanwalia8293]

The ending was a cliffhanger, i really thought it would end at her being saved and no new season, but i enjoy this even more, because im obsessed with this series and want more....

[@anstupidguy_bread8884]

i fricking hated it

[@WHYNOTLBENI]

@@kandade4563 that stands for animations

[@aayak8705]

literally this donghua is CRAMMED WITH CLIFF HANGERS. IN EVERY SINGLE EPISODE. I don't know if I should hate it or love it, but this is one of the only anime/donghua that I binged through the entire series in a day. So damn worth the time.

[@pewpewpew1834]

„This Video has no spoilers“ Immediately spoils the ending of the first episode

[@caigou]

LMAO🤣

[@thsxi]

For me, I found it similar to Violet Evergarden with its episodic nature and telling other people’s stories other than the lead[s] and having and over arching plot at the end of the season.

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

agreed

[@night._.kitten]

It's better than violet evergarden...this one was fun and ve was boring for me

[@night._.kitten]

@@Itz_Rubayet yeah🥲 I'm still mad that violet didn't end up with that girls she danced with 👀

[@idk-ye7ur]

@@night._.kitten I hope that's not the reason you found it boring. xd

[@pleejithoj1712]

link click was the first 10/10 anime for me, i love it and its so slept on. originally i was just bored and saw the neat art of it on animelab so decided to give it a go, didn't expect much just something to past the time. i didn't realize it would literally become one of my most favourite series

[@_M1_a]

It's donghua, not anime

[@_kei__la_]

this anime is genius. I thought it would just be a simple show, but after episode 9 I realized that there’s so much more about it

[@idk3284]

The art is just very pretty, and the ending of season 1 is just- gah. Tho off topic but the songs is bop, like dang the OP AND ED is so nice. Honestly what makes me like this donghua so much is that yes they time travel, but not like most other, the main character time traavel to other person AND have the personality and memory of that person. Making the conflict more heart breaking, knowing what happen yet you can't change the past, or it'll ruin your own timeline.

[@blizz3166]

It was incredibly frustrating to find KZbinrs that talks about this show. So thank you for reviewing it! What a show. And by the way you pronounce Cheng Xiaoshi fine :)

[@HGateAgain]

I had never watched a donghua until I stumbled upon this one by accident. I can now safely say that it’s my new obsession. I cannot express how much I adore this show! … … … … Also, I’m a simp for Cheng Xiaoshi🙃

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

aren't we all

[@ayuzawa_yukina]

I just shut down myself in every cliffhanger episode and cried for 20 minutes and talked to myself for 10 minutes and continued the Whole season

[@SukiCassiopeiaYJ]

I'm happy to see someone finally say this!! Like for real, Link Click is so underrated, it should be illegal!! Hopefully more people can appreciate this gem soon, as it deserves because its a masterpiece👑

[@edogawakonan8930]

I literally watch this show from first ep to last ep in 1 sit. I just can't stop it, this is easily be my top 5 anime(Donghua) of all time.

[@Hiddinnie]

I really wish more people were talking about this show bc it’s so good, I hate that people won’t give it a chance just bc it’s Chinese

[@cyreptus4604]

i'm not used to watching animes that aren't in japanese but that op and ed fucking slapped

[@xpeng121]

if funimation and wakanim didn't buy this anime, i think it will only know by very small group of people. Most west anime stream provider don't buy many Chinese anime. I hope link click will change the situation. But another issue is that there is not many Chinese anime has the high quality like link click. So I also hope on the following time will have more and more.

[@kaivitee15]

Do you any other Chinese anime that are good like link click?

[@williewillus]

@@kaivitee15 Scissor Seven is good, though the style is quite different from Link Click. First two seasons are on Netflix.

[@xpeng121]

@@kaivitee15 yes scissor seven, and maybe Ling Long: Incarnation? idk will you like 3D CGI or not

[@xpeng121]

@@kaivitee15 But i will say link click is the best so far

[@ajinurfajri1952]

Dont forget Mo dao zu shi and The Kings avatar

[@Xue_Ying]

I really love seeing this show get some mainstream anime love. It deserves it. The artists and producers deserve it. Very happy that they announced S2 is already in production and they plan to drop us little gems in the meantime.

[@tobi79777]

Just finished this anime and holy hell. Im so shook. The beeping before every episode cuts to the ending?? Super hype. The art? Stunning. The characters?? I love them all so much. I love how emotional the dark haired guy gets. Ugh i wish i could get these songs on spotify

[@Emilie-hz9ws]

yess!! I've been watching Link Click since it premiered, and I've barely seen anyone talk about it until these last few weeks after around episode 9, I'm so happy that it's gaining the audience it deserves! It's absolutely incredible, I've been fixated on it for weeks. #20 on MAL? INSANE! And so well deserved. It's a masterpiece in it's own right, and I can't wait to see more and more fans come and find it. I can feel it coming, especially after finding this video, which I loved!

[@alianaru2126]

Easily my favorite anime of all time. Definitely deserves more recognition!

[@paranthamanr5902]

I can't stop thinking about it as it always ends with cliffhanger... Meanwhile: (Link click end song) Stop thinking about it 🙃

[@_weyhxx]

Link Click is the perfect mic between thrilling steins;gate and emotional Violet Evergarden... I just loved this Anime...

[@annamariamoci5835]

Few pieces of media can make me shed any tears at all. Link click made me cry like a baby in five episodes

[@emilyks6238]

I saved this video to my watch later a few weeks ago and this week I binged the whole show and let me tell you... it's GOOD, like REALLY GOOD. Only 11 episodes but every single one had me getting emotional and excited to continue.

[@graceakande6125]

I’m literally in love with this show

[@sagungratu7114]

tis donghua is amazing like really emotional rollercoaster for me damn they need to get more appreciation. this is the anime i watched marathon without making me sleepy im so happy for this, after so many years i watched anime and get bored of it this is very good refreshment

[@lukefowler544]

this might be my favorite anime next to naruto, after the first episode, i knew i had to finish it just because the intro and outro were such bangers

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

absolutely

[@thanisbaddie4938]

Best donghua can't wait for season 2 going to cry when release

[@jalakamkiran7392]

Man link click was so fucking awesome...the last 4 episodes were pure gold.. just the cliff hanger was so awesome ....like fuck...and not to forget...the sound track at the end of each episode was so fucking awesome...

[@elleem3951]

What a great detailed heartfelt review! Wholesome.

[@lamiah.2938]

Ofc it is! I love it... I was really getting bored of anime after watching it for yearSsss and I was always a fan of Chinese donghuas AND I now love donghuas more than anime despite being so underrated.

[@chapachuu]

I agrée with the vid title. Link Click is easily one of the best anime I’ve watched in years. It’s been in my watch list for a while and I finally binged it yesterday. I’m glad I waited because season two is out this summer and I would have hated to wait longer because of the cliff hanger. I loved everything about this show.

[@cabreramariabelen3263]

I discovered thi jewel and saw it all before coming back because I didn't want to risk any spoliler hahaha very good explanation. all the points you made are reat and the Get backers part I didn't realize even when I ALSO LOVE that series. Thanks a lot for the review

[@keceyshen]

From April to July, I witnessed Link Click skyrocketing from #200+ to #20 on MAL! Odd Taxi is also fantastic! And yes, Anime Culture Corner, the biggest and bestest youtube channel felt it as well lololol. Loved both shows and your videos!

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

ayee haha thank you

[@deathdoor]

I watched Odd Taxi and while is good and all it disappointed me a bit. Video here talked like Link Click was successful in telling a really hard to tell story involving time travel mechanics and I agree. There where moments when I feared was seeing plot holes unfolding, that the script had limits, but gladly it was just during the moment and later scenes filled those roles. Oh, I was talking about Odd Taxi. Despite having no such complex mechanics, being "just" a story with and ensemble cast, there where at least two moments where the story very clearly went too far and forced it's hand to make things happening, those moments removed a lot of enjoyment and decreased my trust in the script.

[@deathdoor]

@Adam Huang Forgot to write something here about Odd Taxi. For what I understood there was some material happening outside of the episodes, so you never had access to "all the clues".

[@SiberianHeartty]

Amazing review!! I had the same thoughts about cliffhangers and how well they tie everything together and keep you invested:) This storytelling style is pretty genius and I can’t wait to see what more it has to say

[@animezyon8557]

Bro this anime is so good guys if you want to watch this. Watch it instantly it is good asf it is a bit similar to Zankyou no terror

[@lifesfailure939]

The absolute pain those cliff hanger episodes gave me, I hate my ability to get invested in side character because it’s so painful to watch the shit happen, like last episode I tried to manifest shit to happen, I won’t spoil but if you’ve seen all of it you’ll know what I’m talking about, phenomenal show I need a season 2 Jesus Christ

[@ry.0]

Love the slowly aproach it has and then... Love the rythm of link click, refreshing

[@kaseynorth]

starting it tonight, can't wait

[@carrotmiku15]

Absolutely loved this show. Great review!

[@eclipsesonic]

I finished it two nights ago and it blew me away! Legitimately one of the most brilliant shows I've ever watched. To say that I cannot wait for season 2 would be an understatement!

[@rohithg4743]

Surely the biggest and bestest channel on ytube Since you're able to find these hidden gems since many channels don't these days I'll count on your reccomendations always XD

[@user-XCorisaX]

Link click really reminds me of Madoka Magica where actions have consequences, and the time travel plot as well…

[@slugsinameatgrinder8734]

its such a good show. I did not see the ending comming at ALL. Im so hyped for season 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ariah5093]

Insane anime, easily one of my favorites already (and I've seen a lot of anime). I'm actually triggered at how many people haven't even heard of it yet.

[@yunfanz]

I completely agree. The fact that this is not Japanese is a huge burden for it. The Chinese animation industry has been on the rise for a decade already pumping out some extremely innovative works in recent years while the Japanese anime industry on the other hand felt stale. It’s a surprise that it took this long for a Chinese work to make a splash in a global community.

[@heskyemile5038]

I was not expecting that ending. I thought it was just going to end there

[@Lulu_0809]

I found out about it yesterday, binge-watched it, fell in love with the art style and the characters, loved how there wasn’t a shoved in monologue explaining how to powers worked, basically loved everything about it. The last episode is a crime, even tho it hypes the next season I’m just arhaghsghsh Also the cover art (or just the official art in general) is literally gorgeous!

[@TheMambomile]

You summed up everything I thought and felt so well, and then some! I'm usually somewhat stone-hearted when watching shows, but I was almost reduced to tears twice; Cheng Xiaoshi's VA did such an incredible job during those heartbreaking angst-heavy scenes-I felt his pain like it was my own! I can't wait for the second season, whenever it finally drops. Regardless, I know I won't be ready for it 😭😭

[@via45]

One of the best outros ever, sends shivers everytime.

[@idealess718]

I loved it I waited for each episode from ep 1 It was so worth it, I am VERY VERY impatient so that says a lot. 15/10

[@louyue2439]

omg thank you for making this video! I stopped after the first few minutes and decided to watch the show. Binged the whole thing, and it was amazing! I can't believe I was missing out on such a gem! (actually I'm glad that I only watched it now lol, don't think I would've survived with all these cliffhangers) And now I'm back to finish this video!

[@shadow.100]

I've seen link click, and I have to say it's one of the best anime I ever seen, and I am extremely happy to see that there's someone talking about it. It's really undreted. I really hope the link click will get more attention from ppl

[@AlexGelinas42069]

I saw this video come up in my recommendations, and since I generally trust your opinions went to watch the show before even checking your video out. Just finished episode 5 and have to say - holy shit.

[@ajanureeves7979]

i just found this channel but men you got pretty good review and analysis, makes me want to watch more of your vid

[@looniemoonie5955]

Hey I am a new subscriber. Just wanted to thank you because if it wasn't for THIS video, the chances are I could have missed this gem. Really, THANK YOU. I just binged first 8 episodes and this is a masterpiece, can't wait to watch the rest!

[@thatscapjr374]

After watching both your videos on Link Click I gave it a watch and binged it all in one day. It is definitely one of my favorite animated shows this season. I know this doesn't necessarily relate to these anime relate to the theme of time travel but I feel like you may enjoy Satoshi Kon's millennium actress and NANA from Madhouse studio. Thanks again for the recommendation :)

[@pokkets9284]

This show had me enticed every single episode. I cared about every single character in a way that is so difficult to do. I watched the intro and outro every episode, they were amazing!! I wish so badly this would be English dubbed, I know some people don’t like reading subtitles and think it would do so well dubbed!

[@nashwaan2956]

I really can't wait for the next season, especially with an ending like that

[@Mark-xw5yt]

This show is peak. It's so beautiful and the plot is obviously great. All the character designs are so pretty

[@tsukasa1608]

The last episode was a shocker! Can't wait for Season 2!!

[@sofialu226]

I know how to tell how good it is... When I finished it, it took Fourth place in my Top 10 favourite anime of all time from the +240 I've watched xD It have been so long since I watched an Anime that Hooked me so fast a so strongly leaving me with that much hype. IS TOO GOOD. Solid 9.5/10 for me

[@smdigkid6929]

Been waiting for someone to make a video about it after if finish airing. Thank you!

[@ghostyens]

you deserve way more subs and views on your stuff; your commentary, editing, and general reviewing style is really great and just high quality! this video was really pleasant to watch all around.

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

thank you!! share it around 🙌🙌

[@PlatinumSperms]

I just finished it and wow it was perfect and I cannot wait for Season 2!!!!!

[@elijoy2585]

Just finished watching this, and I'm so glad I did! This is one of my favorites and I'm glad that most of the people who've watched it agree!

[@piotr004]

Brilliant analysis. I particularly loved how you compared "Link Click" to other anime with time-travel mechanics (like "Orange" and "Steins;Gate" - "Steins;Gate" is my favourite sci-fi, the best believable time-travel story, the absolute legend).

[@mahathirtoky1556]

season 2 has been anounced i can't wait for it man

[@noobu]

MIND BLOWING BYE I AM OFF TO BINGEWATCHING EP 6

[@sangeethreddychejerla6527]

Wow it 's quite interesting ,this will be really enjoyable

[@pigboykool]

For anyone interested in Chinese anime, I also recommend "The Outcast" and "Rakshasa Street" are also very good.

[@tadakixd8571]

Completely agree! Season 4 pf the outcast just started too!

[@pigboykool]

@@tadakixd8571 Yep, have not watched it yet, but definitely looking forward to S4 of the Outcast

[@ry.0]

The recomendation i was wating for

[@pigboykool]

@@ry.0 "To be a heroine" is another very good anime by the team of Link Click. I think it's still available in YT

[@shadow.100]

Sounds interesting, I want to see more chinse anime, I like their art, honestly. I'll check it out. Thanks, stranger.

[@ahanatajnimkhan7272]

Please do another video on this after you finish watching season 2 🙌

[@veelor4632]

both great reviews

[@koi7782]

I can’t wait for next episode!!!! AAAAAHHH

[@Aratta13]

Hi!! I came to thank you for recommending this anime! I watched your video a few months ago and was kinda reluctant but eventually started watching it. I was so scared I'd get wrecked, and I actually did but in a good way lol! It was just like you said!! I loved it, and I'm anxiously waiting for the 2nd season. Anyways, just wanted to let you know I had a great time thanks to you haha! Take care 😍

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

ayee i’m glad!

[@cinnamon3578]

So many new Chinese animes coming out this year like Mo Duzhe, YangYao the Spirit Catcher too. I hope they are as good as link click

[@admiralrex69]

Ayee Les go the vids here!

[@33pandagamer]

I've been watching the dub of Link Click, and I'm kinda obsessed.

[@svt-energyskincare5188]

Season 2 of link click , ,,,, wheRE ARE YOU PLEASE I CANT STAY STILL WITH THIS ENDING!! This donghua really has it all😭😭❤

[@novercamilo5390]

As we all know big animeyoutubers are not in the side of reviewing anime anymore but i think thats ok.. So this kind of contents kind of making me feel nostalgic in a way i feel happy..😅😂😁

[@Kais40000]

2:19 I STARTING LAUGHING SO HARD- edit: I'm just laughing throught the PAIN.

[@rickashley4118]

It deserves best anime of 2021 😩✊ so what if it's Chinese? I cried watching Link Click the message in last episode is beautiful ... :) It great I can't wait for season 2

[@brodarian]

Odd Taxi is so fucking incredible I thought nothing else this year could top it. little did I know I would come to like link click even more and it came out in the same season

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

this comment

[@itzzahh0998]

I love the show so much. 10/10 🌟 can't wait for season 2

[@Nakama4Forever]

Wow this shows amazing. I never even heard of it till now. I freaking love Steins gate so I gotta check this out

[@AnimeAnalysis1909]

Seriously "Link Click" surprised me. Never thought this anime would me toooo good...

[@celestialaura7]

Please please please please PLEASE talk about bokutachi no remake!!! It’s airing this seasonal rotation and is exactly like link click in the sense of it talks about a guy who goes back 10 years to change his life and make it better. Everything seems to go well at first, but without any spoilers, he ends up making things worse for some others as changing his past changes their future. It’s a masterpiece of an anime and isn’t scared to dive into the hardships of time travel, and for a hidden gem sparks the same kinds of feelings for me as link click did. Please give it a go, and please talk about it 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@SHINYA_CORE]

I can't wait till it gets the attention it deserves

[@jholestauthor]

Ive watched the donghua ever since its episode 3 came out, I don’t think i’ll regret clicking on it ever. edit: i choked on air seeing 2:20 edit 2: loved how you pronounced cheng xiaoshi

[@gtronics]

this anime was mind-blowing

[@BloodiedJZ28]

Loved the emotions the show built up, it did such a great job getting me to care about the characters....even though I understand why they did it as creators, for me the ending took the air out of the emotions I felt about the characters from the main arc....spoiler ahead: her not choosing how her future will play out but having an antagonist make that choice for her made me stop viewing her as a character who has a backstory, feelings, desires but instead as a victim who was just unlucky...and now for the main character it'll be less about how he can do good without hurting others with the power he has but about how he can use his powers to take down the enemy

[@tofire2261]

It s gettin a 2nd season definitely, also, it s doing wonderful in china. It has millions of views, i think around 150m cummulatively, so its not flopping, it s just not well known in the west.

[@AnimeCultureCorner]

good

[@Susan-vi1jh]

I found the donghua through KZbin Scamboli's random recommendation. I never even watched or knew the channel before. But I never ever would regret that random click

[@JustTP94]

By far one of the best anime I've ever seen.

[@M87.683]

Donghua*

[@sandeshkarki6121]

I just finished it recently and i am watching every single video with link click in thumbnail.