Top 10 Best Visual Novels Turned Anime
Did you realize that many popular (and some not so popular) anime series that you've watched and enjoyed started out as visual novels? Here are ten examples of series that got their start as a game before becoming an anime.
by otakureview
179,774 views
Top 10 Macho Anime Characters with Gifs
Manly anime series show us how tough, hard and muscular some of the guys can be. Some may be macho anime archetypes while others are better-rounded. Let's take a look at some gents which stand apart from the rest of the pack!
by MisterD98
60,894 views
What anime fan hasn't asked themselves the question "What is anime?" at least once? With a new-found love comes an initial curiosity to learn more. But with an ocean of information out there, it's difficult to know where to begin. Well, why not start here? Let's unveil the mystery that is anime!
55,879 views
Top Kill la Kill Cosplay Collection
Cosplay is an anime fan's way of saying I love you. Kill la Kill is an epic anime with tons of devoted fans worldwide. And what would a devoted fan be if they had the looks and ability to bring the Kill la Kill fantasy world to life and didn't? Come check out some amazing Kill la Kill cosplay!
by futarochan89
803,561 views
Top 7 Virtual MMORPG Anime Like Sword Art Online
These past few years have seen a new, rising trend in anime - a whole bunch of new anime like Sword Art Online - series set in the virtual reality of an online game.
by Law_Light
381,217 views
5 Reasons Why People Love Anime: Interview with Industry Professionals
Anime is one of the most popular forms of animation in the world. But why do the tons of anime fans worldwide like anime so much? Here are 5 reasons - from the perspectives of several people from the anime industry - that could explain this neverending conundrum.
by kami_nomi
116,666 views
A Date with Destiny: Cause and Effect in Boku dake ga Inai Machi
The new anime Boku dake ga Inai Machi (Erased) is the smash hit of the 2016 winter anime season. It expertly handles a cause and effect motif in a way that makes it hard to stop watching and impossible to ignore. Let's explore the intricate central theme of this beautiful anime.
by samcook
21,204 views
Anime in Real Life Japan: Fantasy vs Reality
Avid fans of anime often wonder how similar lives portrayed in virtual stories are to real life in Japan. Although some things are certainly beyond the realm of reality altogether, when it comes to the core of anime compared to reality in Japan, the similarities can be quite vivid, but not always.
by Aiwin
79,644 views
Top 10 Best Cyberpunk Anime of All Time
Welcome to the land of futuristic drama where humans have evolved to cyborgs, computer viruses are the norm of the day and war has completely destroyed the lands. The terminator franchise no longer seems funny, does it?
by Animae333
226,903 views
Deconstructing the Monster Genre: What is True Evil?
The anime adaption of Naoki Urasawa's manga “Monster”, takes the viewer down a dark path that leads to worst parts of the human heart. This anime sets out to prove that true monsters aren't fantastical creatures of fiction, like vampires or demons, but rather us; human beings.
by msoyka
62,049 views
Noblesse: Awakening - Noblesse finally gets an ONA!
Fans of the Noblesse manhwa can finally rejoice as one of the most popular webtoons at the moment finally gets an ONA - Noblesse: Awakening! Let's explore its pros and cons as well as the possibility of a full anime adaptation in the future!
by Aiwin
27,435 views
The Influence of Japanese Animation in Hollywood
From Kubrick to Cameron, anime fans have taken things they've liked in Japanese animation and translated them to live-action films. Why do Hollywood's original films that take inspiration from anime tend to be more successful than those attempts at doing direct anime adaptations?
by removed_user
27,501 views
Sheeh! How Osomatsu-san Became the Unlikeliest Blockbuster in Anime
When it comes to Osomatsu-san's success, there are two kinds of anime people - those surprised as hell by it, and liars. I'm definitely in the first group.
by GuardianEnzo
31,646 views
25 Anime Themed Valentine’s Day Cards: Will You Be Mine?
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner... and so is Senpai. If silently staring from afar and walking (stalking) him/her home didn't seem to work, then these anime valentines will surely do the trick. Here are 25 of the best anime themed Valentine’s Day cards, perfect for your special somebody!
by Ai_Sakura
56,304 views
Interview With Right Stuf President Shawne Kleckner
Did you know before Right Stuf began with anime, they sold telescopes? Find out how they transitioned into selling anime, what has helped them evolve, and a view of the anime industry from Right Stuf President Shawne Kleckner.
by kami_nomi
7,796 views
1,001 Nights of Magi: the Historical Origins of Magi Characters
Did some of the names in Magi sound just a tiny bit familiar to you? That’s because many Magi characters draw their names and inspiration from a certain famous Middle Eastern collection of stories. Better get ready, because it’s going to be a long 1,001 nights!
by Littoface
37,123 views
Top 15 Deadly Zombie Anime Series
Zombies may have roots in Haitian folklore, but their influence has since spread worldwide. Over the past few years, Japan has caught its own case of zombie fever, producing a variety of zombie anime both traditional and unique. Without further ado, here are the 15 deadliest zombie anime ever.
1,189,220 views
How to Convince Your Friend to Watch Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu
Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu has turned into the sleeper hit of the winter 2016 anime season. However, its dry-sounding historical premise has caused this gem to struggle to be seen by more than just the hardcore anime fanbase. Here's how to convince your friends to watch this great anime.
by 5camp
26,073 views
The Mystery Behind the Banned Pokémon Episodes
Despite the anime being the light and enjoyable show it is, there's a number of Pokémon banned episodes due to certain circumstances. Discover why these episodes have been banned in the list below and decide for yourself if they deserve the censorship.
by Law_Light
43,818 views
Space Westerns: From Star Wars to Cowboy Bebop
Spike Spiegel showed us how fun it's to travel through space and catch all those bad guys. But Cowboy Bebop is not the final frontier of the space western, as there are many more that should be highlighted. This is dedicated to all the space cowboys and cowgirls out there.
by MisterD98
33,904 views
