"Fan anticipation" refers to the excitement and high expectations that fans have for something they are looking forward to, such as a new movie, album, or event. Full definition
With fan anticipation high, this should prove to be a match that no fighting game fan should miss. (twingalaxies.com)
Nintendo has fanned the flames of fan anticipation for its first Nintendo Direct of the year by setting fire to cute mini-robot Chibi - Robo. (vg247.com)
Obviously, given Rowling's popularity internationally, and fan anticipation for another Harry Potter-esque story, the success of Fantastic Beasts was never in much doubt. (screenrant.com)