What Does Ovas Mean In Anime

Ova stands for original video animation, which refers to animated works that are produced specifically for release in home media formats without a prior theatrical release or television. An ova can be an adaption, original series, movie, etc. As well as bonus and special eps for existing tv anime on their disc release. If it's a bonus ep for a series, it can either be an. Ova and oav are now entirely interchangeable terms, with the latter simply standing for original animated video rather than original video animation.

Typically, ovas are produced for home.