Studio Gainax, the legendary anime studio behind Neon Genesis Evangelion, officially dissolved on December 10, 2025, after more than 41 years in the industry. Despite reshaping anime with groundbreaking works, its final years were marked by financial struggles and a 2019 scandal

The studio's closure follows a bankruptcy filing in 2024, bringing an end to an era of bold creativity and cultural impact. Gainax's legacy, however, will continue to shape anime for generations to come.