For the cosplay community, Anime Expo 2025 was the major weekend they had been preparing for. From professional cosplayers to dedicated fans, everyone had spent months getting ready for this moment.
The cosplay scene during Anime Expo weekend has always stood out, as it’s where cosplayers unveil their newest creations or showcase their best work. At Anime Expo 2025, many proudly wore their most beloved or finely crafted costumes. Some were deeply committed to faithfully bringing their favorite characters to life. Others added personal flair or a creative twist to familiar designs. A few took things further by turning jokes or memes into clever cosplays. For many, this weekend was the ideal time to debut their latest passion project.
Here is a collection of some of the many cosplayers that I got to meet and their amazing work at Anime Expo 2025:
Cosplaying and cosplay gatherings were among the many highlights of Anime Expo 2025. While there is a plethora of fun during the weekend, cosplaying will always be one of the hallmarks of the overall experience.
This special report is part of 8Bit/Digi‘s coverage of Anime Expo 2025. If you attended the event, please share your thoughts in the comment section below.
Disclaimer: Anime Expo provided me with a pass for the weekend.
8Bit/Digi is an independent media outlet that provides insight into the gamer community of the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Stan Rezaee is the founder and Editor of 8Bit/Digi. He is a journalist and gamer from the Bay Area who has been writing about the medium for over five years.
