We are already in the new year, and many exciting anime series are on the way. But before starting our year with the new content of the otaku world, we otakus shouldn’t miss out on the interesting anime series that was released in 2024.
Well, 2024 has been a great year for the otaku world; we got to see many amazing pieces. So here are the Top 10 Anime Series of 2024 That Shouldn’t Be Missed Out On!
10. Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! (IMDb 7.6)
Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines is a romantic comedy anime series based on the novel and manga versions of it. It was aired on July 14, 2024, and ended on September 29, 2024. The story revolves around Kazuhiko Nukumizu and Anna Yanami.
One day, Kazuhiko witnesses that the popular girl Anna gets rejected by his classmate. This makes him make fun of Anna and gives her the fun name “losing heroine,” but his fun gets him back when he slowly gets involved with Anna.
9. The Fable (IMDb 7.7)
Available on Disney Hotstar, The Fable is a nail-biting, quirky, and humorous anime series. It’s a perfect blend of action, comedy, and thriller. The Fable is based on the manga of the same name, which was originally aired from November 1, 2014, to November 18, 2019.
The story is about Fable, who is a ruthless and popular killer. He has power and possesses the skills to end anyone in just 6 seconds. Life gets hard for him when he gets banned from everything and ordered to live a normal life.
8. YATAGARASU: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master (IMDb 7.7)
Yatagarasu is a must-watch anime series of 2024. The plot, characters, and animation are top-notch. So far, it has 1 season, and the first season is more than enough; at the same time, fans are craving more of it.
The storyline of this anime is about Yukiya and his struggle to earn the throne. Yukiya gets involved with Wakamiya to serve in Yamauchi, but his real struggle starts when he aims for the throne of Prince of Hitsugu.
7. A Sign of Affection (IMDb 7.8)
A Sign of Affection is one of the cutest and most romantic anime series of 2024. If romance is your favorite genre, then you shouldn’t be missing out on this. Written by Suu Morishita, A Sign of Affection is based on the manga version.
The plot revolves around Yuki Itose, who has hearing issues. She has congenital hearing loss, and her only way of communication is sign language. She can also read lips and communicate through texts. Her world starts to feel different when she finds herself drawn towards a man who gets her attention.
6. Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle (IMDb 7.8)
Who hasn’t heard of Haikyu? Watching anime series and not knowing about Haikyu is a sin. And we all know the fan following of Haikyu; this year, too, Haikyu didn’t disappoint us with its content. Haikyu definitely deserves its spot in the top 10 anime list.
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle is a film version of the animated series. It is basically a sequel to the animated series. The story has the same theme as the movie, which is based on the manga. It was officially released on February 16, 2024.
5. Mom, I’m Sorry (IMDb 7.8)
Well, the top 10 anime list gets more interesting because we have a family anime series that is Chinese. Mom, I’m Sorry is a Chinese anime series based on the webtoon of the same name. It focuses on Dong Cui Can, who is a young and nerdy man who makes a decision that changes his and his mother’s life.
Dong Cui Can exchange his life expectancy in order to free his mother from the terminal illness she is suffering from, but things get very tangled and messy.
4. Look Back (IMDb 7.9)
Look Back is not a series but a coming-of-age drama film that focuses on two girls and their lives. The film is based on the web manga named the same. It was released on June 28, 2024, in Japan.
Look Back depicts two characters named Yuumi Kawai and Mizuki Yoshida. Both of them are passionate about art and painting but are different from one another. Art connects them and their bond, but things start to take a twist when there’s a clash between them.
3. Delicious in Dungeon (IMDb 8.0)
Delicious in Dungeon is a must-watch anime series of 2024 and deserves its place in the top 10 anime list. It is a very well-known one among otakus and has gained a positive response from the audience.
Delicious in Dungeon is about a group of adventurers trying to raid dungeons in the hope of encountering the Golden Kingdom. It is believed that the Golden Kingdom is mysterious and is the real treasure that can bring benefits to the group who finds it.
2. Kaiju No. 8 (IMDb 8.3)
Monster #8, also known as Kaiju No. 8, is an adventure and science fantasy anime series based on the manga version. The novel series is written by Keiji Ando and was originally published in 2020.
The anime series depicts the story of Kafka Hibino, who earns the ability to turn into a Kaiju after gulping a parasitic creature. The story gets interesting when he tries to join an organization focusing on ceasing Kaiju.
1. Solo Leveling (IMDb 8.3)
Among the top 10 anime series of 2024, Solo Leveling is at the top. The Solo Leveling series is a novel series, and the TV series is based on it. It’s a web novel written by Chugong. Solo Leveling is known for its storyline and the characters that basically complement each other.
It focuses on Sung Jinwoo and his struggles to survive in a world where mankind must survive against monsters. The story is a blend of action and portal fantasy depicting the life of the main character, who finds it difficult to survive.
Conclusion
That wraps up the list of the top 10 anime series of 2024 according to IMDb ratings, but the world of anime doesn’t stop here. These are some of the must-watch series of the year, with many others like Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War still making waves. Stay tuned to our page for more updates and recommendations!
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