Unlike most fantasy anime, both shows present realistic/raw thoughts and emotions of the characters who find themselves thrown into an unfamiliar fantasy setting. Both shows also possess darker themes and as such would more likely be appreciated by a more mature audience.
Both are Fantasy animes about adventurers who fight goblins, goblins,goblins, goblins and even more goblins, in both the fights against the goblins are very intense in are never easy for the adventures.
while they both have a similar concept of a brutal depiction of adventuring, i do question whether goblin slayer will have any good characters that are likable to keep me watching like grimgar? grimgar was able to keep my attention week after week by contrasting that with nice comfy tone. so we'll see how goblin slayer turns out, and if its got anything more than just "edge"? so if you like goblin slayer i'd say give grimgar a go, i dug it.
Both the shows are set in a dark fantasy setting with killing goblins as their main focus. Also, both the shows are really violent and share similar artstyles.
If you like one of these series, you're sure to like the other.
Both take place in a dark fantasy setting. Instead of the magic, romance, and fluff of most contemporary fantasy/isekai, they focus on the struggle to survive in such a setting, without glossing over the death and violence.
Grimgar was a superior Goblin Slayer long before Goblin Slayer got an anime adaptation. It took a realistic and deliberate if at times overly melancholic view of an adventuring party in a gritty reality where they have to constantly worry about how to budget their meager adventurer income and where combat and killing are given proper weight and respect, with detailed and moving facial expressions that capture the gravity of their moments, all of which are wrapped in a hauntingly beautiful and picturesque watercolor aesthetics.
No rape though. If you just want that, don't half-ass it, go full H. I'm told Kuroinu has what you're looking for.read more
>Same realistic battle system in a fantasy world
>Totally a game setting but not really
>Great interactions between the characters
While the character interactions are great, apart from Goblin Slayer there is not really a unique character so far
Both have kind of similar art style (maybe I only think that).
Both shows involve a party of members dealing with quests that primarily involve killing goblins. Both shows also focus a lot on the characters rather than outside events
Both have a similar concept of a brutal depiction of adventuring, but one one is the baddest since it doesn't pull any punches when it come to starting the 1st episode with a good brutal start.
Both anime shows share the same setting where both are fantasy worlds filled with random creatures, monsters, and magic. They both share great character and social development within the characters of the story. They both have the same approach when it comes to gore as it's realistic and painful and it's up to you to judge which of these 2 has the better gore. They both have a similar approach to adventure and fantasy as the anime shows give you a feeling that it's realistic even though it's fantasy.
Pilot episodes similar with a group of innocent people and violence.
-They both have bloody violence in a fantasy setting, with Goblin slayer's being more traditional with guilds and adventurers.
-They are made by the same animation studio - White Fox
Would recommend both if you are looking for an entertaining violent anime. Don't watch with the intent of getting invested in the characters/story.
Naive people go to city, hoping that their life will go great, they'll do a few things, make money, become famous and... And then life surprises them, people die, lots of blood, MC gets little trauma, then there's a hero saving the day. Done.
Basically - naive characters, op characters, blood and gore, quests and dark atmosphere of the world.
Both are dark fantasy series, which follow a group/party of characters. They are both animated by the same studio, and have very little censorship, if not none at all. They do not shy away from very dark themes, so if you like one you will definitely like the other.
Akame Is another anime that place death as one of its central theme,
People will die in that anime and not in the nicest way
If you liked Goblin, I think you will find akame interesting...
Both have the same amount of fantasy, magic and adventure, but unlike the other one , one doesn't hesitate to pull any string to make it a darker version of any cliche anime with such genre, which is good.
I'm surprised im the first one who made this suggestion. Goblin Slayer is so much like Berserk.
Just like Berserk, this is another Brutal, Dark fantasy with Blood, gore, rape, and a pretty cruel world.
The leads are also very similar in the way that they are both are ruthless and motivated by revenge. They both show no mercy to their enemies and both have a very dark past. They are also not that good at socializing with others.
There are more examples that i will edit once more episodes come out.
I recommend this since this is the best animated depiction of Berserk, but if I recommend something it would be the Berserk manga.
It's a story about a protagonist with a questionable moral, seeking revenge with those fiends that took away the things he used to love.
Both are dark fantasy (even though Goblin Slayer's color palette doesn't fit that well), medievalesque stories, but Berserk goes more towards a linear story and Goblin Slayer to an episodic one.
Berserk is also more immersive, since Goblin Slayer sometimes resembles more an RPG than an actual world.
Berserk and Goblin Slayer are very different, yet very similar. Their worlds are both very harsh, with lots of death every day. Both main characters are quite distant, because of things that have happened to them in the past, but slowly start talking to different people, fighting along side them. Both anime are not afraid to show graphic scenes.
In both, the story takes place in a heroic fantasy type world, and is centered around monsters.
The two MCs are very similar: they're overpowered, have dubious morals, and their real face is never shown. They also both help people for their own benefits. Then, they have a group of girls who swoon over them, but never took interest in it. Because of that, expect some gud fan service.
also woah violence
Both series have that DND feel and take place in a classic fantasy setting. Both have decent amounts of action and solid characters. Overlord is a bit darker than most fantasy anime and fits well alongside Goblin Slayer.
Lots of kick ass fight scenes along with very similar worlds. Goblin Slayer almost feels like an Overlord spin-off, that centers on a very eccentric adventurer and his party, instead of an all-powerful skeleton guy and his diabolical entourage.
In fact one could argue that Goblin Slayer has some elements that are so similar to Overlord, that the 2 creators were either inspired by the same elements, or Goblin Slayer's creator was inspired by Overlord.
Whatever the reason for the two shows being similar, that doesn't stop both of them from being kick ass and a lot of fun to watch.
If you like Goblin slayer you will probably like Berserk as well. Both have some pretty dark moments and are basically about combating evil. The main characters are both clad in armor and both let there fighting do the talking. While you may start watching berserk and notice that Guts is not as scarred as Goblin Slayer, I would just say watch the first season and then you will see where I am coming from.
Without trying to spoil berserk in any way I will just say that by berserk season 2, Guts is a lot more like Goblin slayer in many ways. If you have not seen berserk, it is a must watch and you will most likely get drawn into the Manga as I did. read more
Both shows have a stubborn/simple minded male MC that has a deep hatred for his enemies. They are socially awkward and don't have companions, but as the story progresses they get some. Also, both shows are very dark and got a lot of gore.
Both protagonists have similar ideals and pasts. Except Goblin Slayer's is way more defined and reasonable, and makes more coherent sense narratively. He also grows more as a character.
Both shows have got a simple minded male MC. Their social skills aren't the best but they have the charisma to make them the leaders of their group. Also, both shows are dark and have got a lot of gore.
Both shows feature very cautious heroes who win through being prepared and not fighting "fair". Goblin Slayer is less OP and there is less comedy, but the serious scenes in Shinchou Yuusha are reminiscent of Goblin Slayer.
Both anime feature a protagonist who tries to be prepared for lots of possible scenarios. Both are very serious individuals who can come off as uncaring when they really are caring.
Another fun thing is that both protagonists have the same VA, so you'll end up thinking of the other protagonist when watching (lol).
1. You can find goblins in both
2. The MC is overpowered
3. Races and classes seem pretty familiar to me
BUT
1. Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken is an Isekai while Goblin Slayer is not
2. Reincarnated as a slime seems more of a comedy than a drama (I mean aside from the fight between demon lord and Rimuru, I didn't see any dramatic moments, meanwhile Goblin Slayer is more deep, dark anime, we all remember that scene from ep 1)
3. Smashable Goblins (When you say Goblin Slayer you mean rape, ugly goblins, etc. Meanwhile when you say Reincarnated as a Slime you mean waifu goblins that are actually cute)read more
While the settings for these shows are different, they both have a similar tone and content to them. Both of these anime have an anti hero main character that kills monsters. They are also horror anime filled with blood and guts. I recommended both of these shows for anyone who likes anime with a dark atmosphere to them.
Both are adventure anime with focus more on the action rather than the character development or personalities. Both are fast paced, have good character designs, and good animation.
If you loved Goblin Slayer's seriousness and all-out violence, take the next step out of a fantasy world and into the ruthless world of a Samurai's life in 1600's Japan. Our main character in Shigurui is just as stoic, merciless, and relentless as Goblin Slayer, and the animation is even more gruesome. This anime takes a step up in maturity- and not just in rating. This anime is historical and as realistic as most anime get. Although much older than Goblin Slayer, the detail put into this anime is intricate, the animation, blood-curdling, and the story, much more toned for a older audience.
If you've already seen Shigurui, and you're tired of seeing the same old Racal-boy type characters taking the lead in a bubbly isekai, I would give Goblin Slayer a try. It has a graver tone than most anime airing in the past couple of seasons. read more
-their similar ranking of hunters (adventurers in GS / Demon slayers in KNY) 10 ranks in both .
-they are both about the protagonist hunting monsters as in demons or goblins for killing their loved ones.
-even the names are similar (Goblin / Demon ) Slayer :)
-Goblin slayer is more gruesome and gory than Demon slayer , but they are both not that disturbing if u ask me.
all in all if u liked demon slayer i definetely recommend checking out goblin slayer ....
Both high fantasy shows with interesting premises and worldbuilding, as well a beautiful and cutesy artstyle that hides darker undertones and gorier scenes.
-Both are set in a fantasy world
-Both have lots of killing involved
-Both are made by White Fox
Re:Zero has a better story in my opinion. Both are enjoyable to watch
Both are dark fantasy anime with lots of violence, blood and gore. Both have a dark and moody feeling to them. They both have a character that hunts and kills super natural enemies. If you like one, you should the other as well.
Both main characters are the silent and strong type
Both are determined to meet their end goal no matter how many times they fail without rest
Lots of gore
Involves demons
Both shows show how a bad fantasy RPG campaign looks like, but for different reasons. Chaos Dragon has some bad players (Urobutcher is not alone in this one), while Goblin Slayer would have one of the worst GM imaginable who promptly goes down the list of things not to do.
How is there no rec for Goblin Slayer?
Besides the very infamous "Rape" scene and goblin killing present in both. Here are other similarities
- An adventure, and good action to defeat the (bad guys/goblins)
- Scenes where male MC fights to save or rescue a girl (Happens on many occassions, Alice, Asuna, Selka, Tiese, Ronie, Priestess, unknown elf and Cow Girl)
- Medieval town setting with ranks and statuses (Knights, nobles, commoner, adventurers)
- Male MC wields a distinct, powerful sword, has some "formidable skills, a finishing attack" and is strong
- Male MC won't let past mistake and regret happen again, fights on and won't subject to the world he is in, even if getting hurt in the process (Losing Alice, subjecting to the Taboo Index system in Alicization, Losing his sister, hiding from goblins in Goblin Slayer)
- Male MC has feelings or cares for female MC (Kirito and Eugeo for Alice, Goblin Slayer for Priestess but not obvious)
- Female MC is cute/pretty, has boobs, likes male MC, but does not falter to male MC and would confront them (Alice is on equal level with Kirito and Eugeo, Priestess can't be on her own, but is probably the next most important on the team after Goblin Slayer and the Shaman Lizard)
- MCs support and protect each other (Kirito and Eugeo, Goblin Slayer and his team)
- Mild nudity or sexiness (Some fanservice, if you exclude the Rape)
- Pleasant Art (Pretty and detailed)
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There is one interesting aspect to both of those series that not much anime have - the characters have no names and instead are referred by name of their job/specialization. For example Hero, Priestess, Female Knight, Witch, you get the idea.
Both series turn their genres on their heads.
Shiled Hero, is NOT your typical cookie cutter generic Isekai anime
in the same way:
Goblin Slayer, is NOT your average fantasy anime with some unexpected twists
Same type of "dumb fun." If you're in the mood for an action series that places more emphasis on violence, gore, and (some) fanservice over a well-written story or characters, then either of these series should do the trick.
While these two have a different setting to them, they both have a similar vibe. Both anime are filled with action, violence, blood and gore. Both have a dark and moody feeling to them. If you like one, you should the other as well.
