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Play MapleStory long enough, and repetitive grinding becomes difficult to avoid.

Exploring new areas and trying out new skills is fun at first. But once you're following similar routes on the same map over and over, watching nothing but the game screen can start to feel tedious.

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That's especially noticeable during extended farming sessions, when you settle into one spot and grind for a long time.

With that in mind, this post focuses on anime to watch while gaming.

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Let's take a closer look.

Why Grinding in MapleStory Gets Boring

Farming in MapleStory can feel boring mainly because you spend so much time using the same skills and following similar routes on the same map.

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Once your character is reasonably well-equipped and you've chosen a grinding map, your gameplay gradually settles into a predictable routine.

You move between monster spawn points, use area-of-effect skills, then repeat the same route.

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Gaining EXP and optimizing your routine is satisfying at first, but the longer you grind, the more tiring it can become to watch only the game screen.

I think that's why players look for something to put on alongside the game, especially during the extended farming sessions commonly known as “재획” in MapleStory, where you grind in one spot for hours.

YouTube and music are options too, but if you're setting aside an hour or two to grind, watching anime while you play can make the time pass surprisingly quickly.

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Not every series is a good fit, though. Choosing one at random can leave you struggling to focus on both the game and the anime.

My pick this time is Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2.

Why I Recommend Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is a 10-episode series released on Netflix on October 20, 2026. Its shorter length makes it easy to start without committing to a long-running anime.

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Produced once again by CD PROJEKT RED and TRIGGER, it follows a new cast of characters in Night City, the setting of Cyberpunk 2077.

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Rather than directly continuing the previous characters' stories, it is more of a standalone, 10-episode story featuring new characters. I really enjoyed the original series and the game, and this season was just as enjoyable for me.

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The atmosphere is quite different from that of a cheerful slice-of-life anime.

Between the neon-filled streets of Night City, fast-paced action, intense music, and striking direction, I found it a good way to break up the tedium of farming.

Why It Works Well During Farming Sessions

Once you settle into a familiar grinding map in MapleStory, you tend to follow a fairly fixed route.

Edgerunners 2 offers a contrast, with fast action, quick scene changes, and the consistently intense atmosphere of Night City.

The two feel completely different, which can make an otherwise monotonous grinding session less dull.

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The 10-episode length also makes it a good fit for farming sessions.

You can start an episode when you begin farming, then take a short break or organize your inventory when it ends. That makes it easy to watch in manageable stretches.

If you're farming on a familiar map, I highly recommend watching anime while you play.

If you're leveling up and refining a new grinding rotation, though, I'd recommend focusing on the game until you're comfortable with the routine.

In particular, I wouldn't recommend watching while you're still practicing your route on a map you've just visited for the first time.

It's better to put on anime once grinding feels familiar and has settled into a repetitive routine.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How many episodes does Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 have?

A. There are 10 episodes in total, all available on Netflix as of October 20, 2026.

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Q. Do I need to watch the previous series first?

A. Season 2 is set in the same universe, but it was made as a standalone story featuring new characters.

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Q. Is it a good choice to watch while farming in MapleStory?

A. Yes, if you're already comfortable with the map and your character's controls. It's a good way to ease the boredom of long grinding sessions spent repeating the same route.

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Q. Should I watch it while grinding on a map I'm visiting for the first time?

A. I wouldn't recommend it at first. It's better to learn your grinding rotation and skill sequence, then start watching once you're into the repetitive part of the grind.

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During long farming sessions in MapleStory, following the same route over and over can get boring, even when gaining EXP and accumulating mesos is satisfying.

Putting on a recent release with an intense atmosphere and a fast-paced story, such as Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, can help ease that monotony.

At 10 episodes, it isn't overly long, and it's easy to watch an episode or two at a time while farming.

In short, if you're looking for anime to watch during MapleStory farming sessions or long stretches of repetitive grinding, I recommend Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2.

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