Anime and watch party glossary
Plain definitions of 9 anime and watch party terms, with what each one means for a group watching together.
- Watchroom — A shared space for watching together in sync.
- Asynchronous watching — Watching the same show on your own schedules.
- Dub vs sub for watch parties — Choosing audio and subtitles for a mixed group.
- Anime marathon — Many episodes or a whole series in one sitting.
- Anime simulcast — Episodes released internationally as they air in Japan.
- Anime filler — Episodes not adapted from the original manga.
- OVA — Original Video Animation, released straight to home video.
- Shonen anime — Anime aimed at teenage boys: action, friendship, growth.
- Crunchyroll Mega Fan — What Crunchyroll's Mega Fan tier changes.
Published October 19, 2026 · By AniDachi · Editorial policy
Start a Watchroom
Install the Chrome extension in about 2 minutes — Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix watchrooms.