If you liked
IS: Infinite Stratos
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...then you might like
Gakusen Toshi Asterisk
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Gakusen Toshi Asterisk is very similar to IS: infinite Stratos. This is why:
1. Both GTA and IS is in the future, sci-fi setting.
2. Both series is harem, comedy and action themes.
3. Story approach resembles a lot. Even the charachters.
4. MC are both strong and also just started on a new "combat-school".
If you are looking for animes with action/comedy/harem/romance, then this is it. They both will give you a good time of comedy combined with ecchi here and there.
If you liked
One Piece
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...then you might like
Dragon Ball Super
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they are both animated by the worst studio in Japan
If you liked
Naruto
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...then you might like
Hunter x Hunter (2011)
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-both MC have ONE goal
-while Hunter x Hunter have Nen abilities, Naruto have Chakra abilities
-Hunter x Hunter is for mature people while naruto is for kids
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If you liked
One Piece
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...then you might like
Fairy Tail
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Both have the same feeling of an never ending adventure
-long-running shounen
-Kickass MC
If you liked
Hourou Musuko
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...then you might like
Yagate Kimi ni Naru
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Do you want to watch a show that covers a wide swath of LGBT issues with relative seriousness and delve into numerous different ideas about human identity? Do you enjoy shows that revel in quiet softness and faint, sad smiles? Of course you do, and both Hourou Musuko and Yagate Kimi ni Naru do exactly these things.
Anime rec by Thedude3445 - 3 hours ago
If you liked
Kishuku Gakkou no Juliet
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...then you might like
Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Tensai-tachi no Renai Zunousen
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-Set in a School
-Both have feelings for each other.
-Hide their feelings from other people.
If you liked
Ergo Proxy
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...then you might like
Shinsekai yori
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Both Ergo Proxy and Shinsekai Yori feature characters living in a world shrouded with mystery hidden in plain sight, that becomes clearer as the story progresses. Both stories feature very philosophical themes, and both will leave you intrigued with how the story will conclude. Both have thrilling conclusions and powerful revelations. If you enjoyed one, definitely check out the other.
Anime rec by sunsetbridge - 5 hours ago
If you liked
Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt
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...then you might like
Shimoneta to Iu Gainen ga Sonzai Shinai Taikutsu na Sekai
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Both are great series for people who like dirty jokes
If you liked
Danshi Koukousei no Nichijou
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...then you might like
Konbini Kareshi
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If you're looking for a slice of life comedy about boys, head on over to Daily Lives of High School Boys! You won't be disappointed~
Anime rec by Verria-Nichole - 6 hours ago
If you liked
Yaoguai Mingdan
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...then you might like
Aishen Qiaokeli-ing...
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Chinese series, about 10 minutes, romance, supernatural, etc.
Aishen is more on the side of comedy, however Yaoguai is more dramatic.
if it does not bother you that the language is Chinese you will surely like it
Anime rec by Feliluisi98 - 7 hours ago
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If you liked
Yaoguai Mingdan
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...then you might like
Huyao Xiao Hongniang
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Chinese series <3. We are talking about two really different stories, but at the same time very similar with the whole theme of reincarnation and demons, etc.
Huyao is translated into Japanese, Yagouai is not. but leaving aside that I think that if you liked one you'll like the other
(Huyao is more comedy / romance and Yagouai is more drama / romance)
Anime rec by Feliluisi98 - 7 hours ago
If you liked
Nejimaki Seirei Senki: Tenkyou no Alderamin
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...then you might like
Knight's & Magic
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- Both main characters are geniuses
~ Ikta (tactical)
~ Ernesti (engineering)
-Both main characters have a good group of trusted friends
-Both series have wars
-Both series are fast paced
~Though K&M is a little better with its pacing.
-Both series are set in a fantasy land
-Both series have magic
~Spirits in Alderamin
~Regular magical ability in K&M
-Both series have improvements made to remain on top
~ K&M decks out their mechas
~ Alderamin decks out their strategy game
Alderamin is like the more realistic, thoughtful older brother to K&M, and while not as flashy, is entertaining all the same. These shows have different feels to them, but what them both, and you'll see yourself pointing out the little similarities which makes you feel glad you can hold onto some kind of nostalgia from one show or the other.
Anime rec by Verria-Nichole - 8 hours ago
If you liked
Bleach
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...then you might like
Yuu☆Yuu☆Hakusho
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Both are supernatural battle shounen anime by Studio Pierrot based on Shounen Jump manga.
Anime rec by ViniShiroyasha - 9 hours ago
If you liked
Bakemonogatari
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...then you might like
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Bunny Girl Senpai no Yume wo Minai
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Both have very harem like feels to them, however the main guy has a girlfriend in both. That girl is the first girl that he helps in the series.
In both series, the main guy is helping girls with their odd supernatural occurrences.
The main girl character is mysterious, calm, and not quite tsundere- but still snaps at her boyfriend sometimes.
The main boy character is quirky, sarcastic, laid-back, and blunt. They both say odd things that make people surrounding them confused.
There is a smart girl in both series who has a sensitive undertone. This has caused her to take on two forms, one for each of her personalities.
Both series also have a younger girl who looked up to the main girl character, but her emotions have made the two even more distant.
Both have a lot of quirky dialogue and rely heavily on interactions between the characters, especially the main two. However, Bunny Girl Senpai seems to have more of a grounded plot and focus. Monogatari runs wild with its themes and often is very abstract. Bunny Girl Senpai clearly was inspired by the latter.
If you liked
Made in Abyss
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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Both anime feature children that have to go through some bad circumstances while they explore the world around them (In The Promised Neverland they have to, in Made in Abyss they want to).
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If you liked
Naruto
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...then you might like
Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon
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I'll get it out of the way- I'm aware that Naruto is aimed more at boys, while Sailor Moon has more of a girl demographic. HOWEVER-
I believe both shows are okay for both genders to enjoy, there are different aspects in both that boys and girls would like.
Both shows have a lot of fighting and action. The characters each have special moves and techniques that define their character.
Both have a silly, blond haired protagonist. They tend to be the most laid-back and goofy character in their group, but they are willing to step up to protect their comrades when necessary.
That same protagonist grows during the series. They mature and become wiser with experience.
Both of the main characters even have a catchphrase! Naruto says "Believe it!" and Usagi says "I'll Punish You!"
Both series are fun! However, there are emotional and more serious moments to both. I find them both fun to binge, and you can watch both with younger kids.
If you liked
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion
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...then you might like
Alien 9
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Both have young kids fighting foreign creatures. It is their given duty to do so.
Both have a very cowardly and sensitive protagonist. That protagonist is terrified of what they are supposed to be fighting, and tries to avoid it when possible.
There is also a main character in each show who is very enthusiastic to fight and takes pride in it. That becomes their downfall in the end, however.
I compare Alien 9 SPECIFICALLY to The End of Eva because there is a scene in the last episode of Alien 9 that felt very inspired by the latter. I'll give you a hint- they both involve choking.
Both have a sad ending that almost felt unfinished.
Both have lighter moments, but the show in its entirety will make you feel uneasy. They are both bleak, unsettling, but have lots of creative merit.
If you liked
Mahoromatic: Automatic Maiden
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...then you might like
Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
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Both have a cute, over-powered non-human maid who is deeply devoted and in love with their master.
They are also both slice of life with some drama sprinkled in. Both deal with the theme of running out of time to spend with your loved ones.
Most importantly, both have ecchi humor ;)
I prefer Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, but they both have very sweet moments.
If you liked
Chobits
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...then you might like
DearS
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The both story about a young man living alone, studying in high school, meeting a girl who does not know anything, the girls are beautiful and the hair is very long. The young man is finally in love.
But the girl in chobits is a personal computer, while in DearS the girl is a space creature.
If you liked
Overlord
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...then you might like
Quanzhi Gaoshou
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Both MCs are gamers in their real life and part of a guild, though only the protagonist of Quanzhi Gaoshou is a pro gamer.
In these MMO-RPG (Yggdrasil for Overlord and GLORY for Quanzhi) you can choose from a vast variety of classes in order to create your avatar.
Both MCs are overpowered and no one can defeat them; they can use unique skills and weapons and they are more experienced than everyone else.
Both anime's focus is on MC himself and fighting against other users (Quanzhi) and/or NPC (Overlord).
If you liked
3-gatsu no Lion
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...then you might like
Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue.
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Both stories start off with a depressive main character who doesn't communicate much with other people. They live on their own. They are very good at their work but they lack interactions with others. As the story goes on they find that "something" that keeps them going further in life (it's different for either series!)
If you like stories like these, check them out!
If you liked
Akuma no Riddle
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...then you might like
Ansatsu Kyoushitsu
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-both have red and blue haired mc's
-assasins
-gay
- similar plotline: all characters set to kill one person
- except this time there's someone to stop them.
Anime rec by blahblahanime - Yesterday, 3:36 PM
If you liked
Tantei Opera Milky Holmes
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...then you might like
Endro~!
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The cast is in a (unbeknownst to them) teacher/student relationship with their 'adversaries.' The setup is similar enough that sometimes some of the same humor comes through, although fans of Milky Holmes might not think Endro has the same off-kilter sense about itself. Fans of one will most likely enjoy the other.
Anime rec by syncrogazer - Yesterday, 2:22 PM
If you liked
Pokemon Sun & Moon
|
...then you might like
Last Period: Owarinaki Rasen no Monogatari
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The villains in A Last Period are like Jesse and James combined with Team Skull. Kinda like Pokemon the villains are lovable comic relief.
Both shows are closely based off of a game but make up their own plot.
If you liked
Saiyuuki Reload: Burial
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...then you might like
Saiyuuki
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The first reincarnation of Goku the Monkey King.
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 1:01 PM
If you liked
Midnight Eye: Gokuu
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...then you might like
Saiyuuki
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The second reincarnation of Goku the Monkey King
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 1:00 PM
If you liked
Working!!
|
...then you might like
Gochuumon wa Usagi Desu ka?
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both take place at work (for the most time) and are comedy animes with funny characters with wierd traits
If you liked
Nyanko Days
|
...then you might like
Nekopara
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both have cat girls. OWO. and both are very short so its great if you dont have much time.
If you liked
Lucky☆Star
|
...then you might like
K-On!
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both cute girls doing cute things but K-On does it better XD.
If you liked
Ouran Koukou Host Club
|
...then you might like
Kaguya-sama wa Kokurasetai: Tensai-tachi no Renai Zunousen
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If you like comedy, strong female character and a rich school, then you will also like Ouran high school
If you liked
Death Note
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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Both have mindgames and have a lot of tension. If you like Yakusoku no Neverland, I'm sure you'll like Death Note!
If you liked
Steins;Gate
|
...then you might like
Occultic;Nine
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Steins;Gate and Occultic;Nine have plenty of similarities, despite being based on two completely different aspects: science research and paranormal activities. In both shows something that our main characters can't understand at first happens, farther both series are based on investigating the strange phenomena. Moreover both are a mixture of drama and comedy, alternating heart breaking and funny moments.
fun fact: an occultic;9 character makes numerous references to steins;gate itself.
If you liked
Great Teacher Onizuka
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...then you might like
Golden Boy
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Both have same Atmosphere
If you liked
Owari no Seraph
|
...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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The Promised Neverland and Seraph of the End are both anime about children being raised as livestock for man-eating creatures. Both anime are adaptations of Shonen manga published in one of Shueisha's Jump magazines, The Promised Neverland is published in Weekly Shonen Jump, and Seraph of the End is published in Jump SQ. The Promised Neverland is more about mind games, while Seraph of the End is more action oriented.
Anime rec by 64BitRatchet - Yesterday, 9:38 AM
If you liked
Senki Zesshou Symphogear
|
...then you might like
Mahou Shoujo Tokushusen Asuka
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Both anime involve badass magical girls and lots of action and fighting. Both shows involve wars with creatures from other worlds and the government and military are involved with the magical girls as well. The stories feel similar, Spec-Ops Asuka is just a bit darker. You should watch these shows if you want to see magical girls being badass.
Anime rec by MorningStorm666 - Yesterday, 8:07 AM
If you liked
Tsumiki no Ie
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...then you might like
Furiko
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Both are meaningful shorts about life and how time flies by, reminding us of our final destiny.
If you liked
Akira
|
...then you might like
Spriggan
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*Both movies have psychic powers
*Similar main charracters ,Yu vs Macdougall and Kaneda vs Tetsuo
*Both movies talks about conflict and power struggle
*Similar art style
If you liked
Momoko, Kaeru no Uta ga Kikoeru yo.
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...then you might like
Happy Birthday: Inochi Kagayaku Toki
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Both tell wholesome stories of lacking acceptance, admitting mistakes, forgiveness, grief and loss.
They have similar vibes and were produced by Magic Bus, the same studio that made Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu.
If you liked
Mahoutsukai Tai! OVA
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...then you might like
Mahou Shoujo-tai Arusu
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Two of the many collections of Harry Potter on his dvd shelf.
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 7:32 AM
If you liked
Angel Densetsu
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...then you might like
Sakamoto Desu ga?
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Which boss do you want to follow in your entire high school life. The scary one? Or perhaps the cool one?
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 7:29 AM
If you liked
Higashi no Eden: Air Communication
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...then you might like
Mobile Suit Gundam AGE
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A must have device for your unlimited ambitions. One is for conquer the world. The other is for rule the universe.
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 7:26 AM
If you liked
Rean no Tsubasa
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...then you might like
Gundam: G no Reconguista
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Do you know my rollercoaster name in my amusement park? YOSHIYUKI TOMINO.
Anime rec by darksidious - Yesterday, 7:24 AM
If you liked
Aldnoah.Zero
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...then you might like
Egao no Daika
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The two series have a similar world, a similar set-up for conflict, characters with similar traits and circumstances and are largely character-driven.
In both stories, two sides (nations in EnD, an empire vs. a union of nations in AZ) are fighting a war over resources. One side can't feed its people due to environmental circumstances of the land they inhabit. One side is technologically superior to the other due to a mysterious energy source available only to them. Thus they have more powerful mechs while the other side has strength in numbers. There's an idealistic, peace-loving princess leading one of the waring nations, being more of a figurehead than an actual ruler. Said nation also has strong chivalric values that the other lacks.
At the heart of both series are its dual protagonists. There's one on each side of the war, giving us insight into both sides' motivations, reasons and methods for the war. Both protagonists are sympathetic. One of them is emotionally upfront while the other doesn't show their emotions, though there are subtle (or not so subtle, depending on the series) hints to what they're feeling.
Anime rec by GenkiTrash - Yesterday, 7:23 AM
If you liked
Photon
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...then you might like
1+2=Paradise
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Both have similar feel with -
=> kind of dumb MC
=> Harem of girls who fall for the MC
=> Incredibly sexy girls
=> Photon has better comedy than 1+2
If you liked
Koe no Katachi
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...then you might like
Kimi no Na wa.
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I personally cannot help but be reminded of the other movie when thinking about one of them. Perhaps it has something to do with both films releasing within the same season and me watching both of them within the same week. Anyhow, if you're into the bittersweet genre and crave romance that involves profoundly heart-wrenching moments, then both of these (+/- 2-hours) anime films are worth seeing!
If you liked
Air
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...then you might like
Kanon (2006)
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I am hard-pressed to write out an actual recommendation here; probably doing this more so to present a suggestion to Key fans. There isn't much to say other than both of the series are the same anime in my opinion, just in different clothing. My reason for mentioning Key fans (though this suggestion can be for visual novel fans as well) is that the original stories of both of series started out as visual novels, whether you knew this already or not. It's difficult for these anime series to compare to original content (obviously) and while the visual novels are less convenient to obtain as quickly as loading up an anime streaming site, they will deliver the full "Key" essence and provide much more "feels" respective to each series; especially considering each character has their own "route" (each with a plausible amount of character backstory that adds to the feels) as opposed to the anime adapting to a canon route of which not every anime/VN fan would agree as that route/route's "girl" being the one they'd truly choose.
If you liked
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex
|
...then you might like
Psycho-Pass
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Aside from being masterpieces of the psychological genre, both series are set in a cyberpunk world and include plenty of thought-provoking philosophical moments and exhilarating action to keep you at the edge of your seat, especially in the later episodes.
In short, what truly sets either of these series above the average anime and makes the other absolutely worth watching if you wholeheartedly enjoyed one, is how there is neither black nor white characterization and character morals, in addition to unpredictable plot direction... By the end of the series (particularly in Psycho-Pass imo) you may end up rooting for what you (as the viewer) believe is the best course of action for the respective content's humanity, as opposed to what is "justice" or some commonly accepted ideology. Find out for yourself; enjoy!
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If you liked
Overlord
|
...then you might like
Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken
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Same isekai feeling. Both characters are trying to establish a nation and they both have strong loyal servants
Anime rec by Afriyieau1 - Yesterday, 1:43 AM
If you liked
Serial Experiments Lain
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...then you might like
Boogiepop wa Warawanai
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-Both series tend to be mind trips
-Should watch more than once since you'll more than likely miss details the first time viewing
-Both are heavily around mysteries surrounding adolescent girls
(I really don't know how nobody made a recommendation to Lain yet)
If you liked
High Score Girl
|
...then you might like
Karakai Jouzu no Takagi-san
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Both protagonists are playful boys who enjoy being around a specific girl
If you liked
High School DxD
|
...then you might like
Akame ga Kill!
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The drawings, the powers and all the story is identical in both of them, I have to say that Akame Ga Kill! story is a bit deeper and better constructed.
High School DxD have hentai, Akame Ga Kill! does not (just a bit).
Both have a super strange and gifted main character
Both generates a lot of hype with the power ups
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If you liked
High School DxD
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...then you might like
Hagure Yuusha no Aesthetica
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Both have random hentai moments
Both have some sort of powerful main character
Both are funny
If you liked
Yuru Yuri
|
...then you might like
Kitakubu Katsudou Kiroku
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Both Anime shows the daily life of schoolgirls with their random activities, colorful personalization.
Anime rec by JustPassingBy98 - Jan 18, 2019
If you liked
Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka
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...then you might like
Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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Both main characters start off weak and get stronger progressively through the story. Both shows have a leveling and stat system similar to those of a video game
If you liked
Osomatsu-san
|
...then you might like
JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken: Diamond wa Kudakenai
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- Both have a more colorful and lively vibe
- several inconsequential doing things around town and getting into trouble
"A little heavier than usual."
-Both has a very unique and memorable style
Anime rec by ShakaExperience - Jan 18, 2019
If you liked
Negima!?
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...then you might like
Bakemonogatari
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If you saw bakemonogatari you will realize that there are very similar scenes, they share some themes (Magic, vampires, etc.) are not the same type of series, but the dynamics of the narration and some scenes are very similar
Anime rec by Feliluisi98 - Jan 18, 2019
If you liked
Gintama
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...then you might like
Asobi Asobase
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Similarities;Both has over-the-top humour(with a side of overly detailed reaction faces), funny trio with their own quirky personalities, and just enough sexual innuendos to make you laugh like an idiot!
Differences; Gintama is more action shonen oriented, with some serious dramatic moments in a sci-fi setting, while Asobi is more lighthearted and takes place in high school.
Anime rec by mechanizedframe - Jan 18, 2019
If you liked
Puni Puni☆Poemii
|
...then you might like
Mahou Shoujo Ore
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Mahou Shoujo Ore harkens back to the feel of magical girl parody OVA series from the early and mid 2000s like Dokuro-chan, Dai Mahou Touge (Magical Witch Punie-Chan), and Puni Puni Poemii. All of these shows use hyper-violence (and sometimes fan service) as a source of comedy. Mahou Shoujo Ore adds a little extra bit of spice with gender bending magical girl transformations.
If you enjoyed one of the old OVAs, check out Ore; if you liked Ore, check out these old pioneers.
If you liked
Dai Mahou Touge
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...then you might like
Mahou Shoujo Ore
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Mahou Shoujo Ore harkens back to the feel of magical girl parody OVA series from the early and mid 2000s like Dokuro-chan, Dai Mahou Touge (Magical Witch Punie-Chan), and Puni Puni Poemii. All of these shows use hyper-violence (and sometimes fan service) as a source of comedy. Mahou Shoujo Ore adds a little extra bit of spice with gender bending magical girl transformations.
If you enjoyed one of the old OVAs, check out Ore; if you liked Ore, check out these old pioneers.
If you liked
Bokusatsu Tenshi Dokuro-chan
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...then you might like
Mahou Shoujo Ore
|
Mahou Shoujo Ore harkens back to the feel of magical girl parody OVA series from the early and mid 2000s like Dokuro-chan, Dai Mahou Touge (Magical Witch Punie-Chan), and Puni Puni Poemii. All of these shows use hyper-violence (and sometimes fan service) as a source of comedy. Mahou Shoujo Ore adds a little extra bit of spice with gender bending magical girl transformations.
If you enjoyed one of the old OVAs, check out Ore; if you liked Ore, check out these old pioneers.
If you liked
Amanchu!
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...then you might like
Yuru Camp△
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Yuru Camp and Amanchu! are both relaxing slice of life series about the outdoors with Yuru Camp focusing on camping and Amanchu! focusing on scuba diving. Both also include a dynamic between a rather laid back girl becoming friends with a much more energetic/silly girl.
If you liked
Tegamibachi
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...then you might like
Violet Evergarden
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Both series are very similar in terms of structure and theme. They both involve letters that are the embodiment of the heart and thoughts of the person, have the protagonist as a postal worker of some kind, and tell emotional stories involving the letters and their senders or recipients.
Both have differences though. Tegami Bachi is about delivering letter, while Evergarden is about the writing of those letters. Tegami Bachi is more shounen adventure/fantasy based while Evergarden is more grounded in reality. The protagonist of Tegami Bachi, Lag Seeing, is very emotional while Violet starts off as very stoic and unemotional.
However, the core concept of emotional stories involving "letters of the heart" is so deeply integrated in each series that the differences just serve to make them distinct from one another rather than separate them completely.
Anime rec by MagicPolly - Jan 18, 2019
If you liked
Hibike! Euphonium
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...then you might like
Sora yori mo Tooi Basho
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Both Sound! Euphonium and A Place Further Than The Universe seem to be typical cute-girl slice-of-life shows on the surface, but in reality they are heart-felt coming of age stories that go well beyond slice of life anime (not that there is anything wrong with that genre). If you look closely, you'll notice that neither of these anime actually have the "Slice of Life" genre tag listed for them on MAL.
Both are about reaching for a goal which first seems unreachable: turning around a school's concert band program to be the best in the country, and being part of an expedition to Antarctica.
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If you liked
K-On!
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...then you might like
BanG Dream!
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better band anime in every sense of the meaning
If you liked
New Game!
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...then you might like
Comic Girls
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Both are slice of life shows following a cute female cast of characters producing art. New Game! is about girls making art for video games while Comic Girls is about girls making manga. Both are great examples of the cute girls + activity subgenre of the cute girls doing cute things subgenre of slice of life, but you may like one over the other depending on if making video games or making manga is more interesting to you.
If you liked
Azumanga Daioh
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...then you might like
Asobi Asobase
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If you've seen Asobi Asobase and would like to see the roots of "true" slice of life comedy, check out Azumanga Daioh. If Azumanga Daioh was a long-time favorite of yours and you'd like to see what slice of life comedy has become, watch Asobi Asobase.
While Asobi Asobase is a bit more bonkers at times and definitely more crass than Azumanga Daioh, both share a similar feel in comedic timing. The girls in Asobi Asobase are also much more often simply horrible people compared to the generally "good girls" of Azumanga Daioh.
If you liked
Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!
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...then you might like
Endro~!
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Both are fantasy-comedies with a similar ridiculous sense of humor.
If you liked
Naruto: Shippuuden
|
...then you might like
Hunter x Hunter (2011)
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If you like shounen anime with likeable characters, frequent power ups, and great fights, this is the show for you.
Why I recommend HxH:
- Every aspect of chakra (Nen for HxH) is explained. How they gather it, focus it, use it; the general mechanics of their powers is explained in detail for both anime - and this is something to be appreciated.
- Most fights are well choreographed. The MC in HxH is generally far more tactical than Naruto, so the fights in HxH in general are more tactical in nature -- especially the big fights.
Note: Hunter x Hunter does start off slow. Their powers don't begin to arise for quite some time, however stick with it and you'll enjoy it. I highly recommend this anime.
Anime rec by Dragonheardt - Jan 18, 2019
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If you liked
High School DxD
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...then you might like
Akiba's Trip The Animation
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both main characters have the power to strip people
If you liked
Zettai Bouei Leviathan
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...then you might like
Endro~!
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Cute Girls Doing Cute Things in a fantasy setting.
If you liked
Beck
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...then you might like
Sakamichi no Apollon
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If you like Sakamichi no Apollon/Kids on the Slope, then I think Beck/Mongolian Chop Squad might be right up your alley. Both series are about young people performing music and growing as a result of their exploration of the art. They both work as coming of age stories, with characters in both plots becoming different people by the end of their respective narratives.
Beck is a bit more gritty than Kids on the Slope as it takes place in the mid 2000s and focuses on young rockers trying to make a name for themselves. It isn't quite as visually charming but I still found it to be well done for the time in which it released. It's also longer at 26 episodes, but it starts to go a lot faster the deeper in you go.
I wholeheartedly believe you'll enjoy Beck if you enjoyed Kids on the Slope as both series explore the performance and love of music as a way of developing lasting social bonds. They may have a different feel to them but the themes of friendship, growing up and changing oneself are strong in both anime. Both shows teach us that music can help us change and grow as people.
Anime rec by SelfAppointedFAN - Jan 18, 2019
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If you liked
Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
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...then you might like
Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan
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Well, the main characters (at least one) is super powerful. While they hide it from basically everyone except the people they live it.
Both are also very funny and have comedy and stuff.
I'm bad at writing stuff like this... but yeah. Try it. You won't be disappointed (I hope)
If you liked
Ore no Kanojo to Osananajimi ga Shuraba Sugiru
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...then you might like
Gotoubun no Hanayome
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Of course these two are similar because they are both your standard, vanilla harem show, but what what makes them noticeably connected is the main male leads mentality. Both are very studious and value education more than your typical youthful fantasies, especially the idea of falling in love. They share this sentiment largely because they want to help their family financially. The art styles are both surprisingly unique but similar to each other. Boasting bright pastel colors and giving the female characters bold hair colors that really make them stand out.
If you liked
Days (TV)
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...then you might like
Captain Tsubasa (2018)
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Both feel-good football anime.
If you liked
Darling in the FranXX
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...then you might like
Girly Air Force
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(Contains minor spoilers below)
A lot of common points, both purely physical / visual and also related to the story.
Futuristic universe (this one shows up some combat airplanes with a futuristic armament & design) ; main character with pink hairs (can't miss this detail) ; strong growing up relationship between her & the other male character
Main character having an issue to pilot (in Ditf : a mecha ; in GAF, an airplane) until the male character appears, etc
For now, many more similarities but I won't spoil. Just consider GAF is a younger (meaning closer in the time from reality) scifi anime, showing up air fights, strong male/female relationship, etc
If you liked
Hetalia Axis Powers
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...then you might like
Hataraku Saibou
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Both are "edutainment" anime that use humor to educate its audience on real concepts. Hetalia focuses on history while Hataraku Saibou discusses biology. Though Hetalia has an overarching WWII storyline and repeating gags, like Hataraku Saibou, Hetalia can be picked up at any episode due to its episodic formula.
Anime rec by Ultima_Oblivion - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Koisuru Boukun
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...then you might like
Yuri!!! on Ice
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I think that Yuri on ICE and Koisuru Boukun is very similar as they are both in the yaoi genre and both have a growing romance between the two leading males in both animes. Both animes brought me to tears! ( but im just an emotional guy :P) and even though Koisuru Boukun is a much shorter anime than yuri on ICE, it still has a similar story depth when it comes to the romance portion. So go give it a try <3
Anime rec by HardeepIsGay - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Ima, Soko ni Iru Boku
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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In both cases the show is focused in a cast compounded by kids in a dark adventure where the odds seems to be against them. I think Neverland is probably going to be a lot more "tamed/light" compared to Ima soko ni iru boku.
Anime rec by DaCraziGuy - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Bokurano
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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Both shows are about kids in a dark setting where they are in a situation without much hope. In both shows the kids seem to face something similar to aliens or mosters but in a totally different way.
Anime rec by DaCraziGuy - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Shokugeki no Souma
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...then you might like
Kakegurui
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The obvious comparison is the fact that there is an orgasm almost every episode over something people normally don't have orgasms to.
one more thing that's similar are the mind games, not sure if i'm remembering right but most of the time you never hear what Souma or Yumeko are thinking, instead it's the tag along (Tadokoro & Suzui) that have a game going through their head and going into a panic over what is gonna happen and how Souma/Yumeko is gonna win this.
you also see the thoughts going through their over confident opponent and how they go into total madness when they realize that they will be absolutely BTFO'd.
If you liked
Samurai Flamenco
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...then you might like
SSSS.Gridman
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An homage and a love letter to tokusatsu, complete with the tropes we all know and love, a delightful cast of characters, and a story that goes in a direction you wouldn't expect.
Anime rec by Neko-Hoshishima - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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Both of these shows have a combination of sweet and innocent moments but before you know it turns on its head and turns disturbing fast.
You will be standing on your feet for much of the scenes wondering what is going on and what will eventually happen. They like to delay the darker moments and you can differently feel the fear the characters of both series are experiencing under different circumstances.
Both shows follow a group of children trying to solve a mystery. The characters have a similar feel around them, and the shows are of the same genres (Horror & Mystery).
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If you liked
Darling in the FranXX
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...then you might like
Girly Air Force
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Both have a childhood friend and the other main protagonist as love interests
Both main characters parents are not present
Both involve flying machines to protect humanity
Both involve girls created to fight
Both involve main character showing the other how to be a normal human
Anime rec by masqueradedoll - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Neon Genesis Evangelion
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...then you might like
Bokurano
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Young children fighting for the world in giant robots, both are also psychological.
If you liked
Paradise Kiss
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...then you might like
Nana
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These two anime give of the same kind of mature feel, interesting unique characters and both have the same author.
If you liked
Shingeki no Kyojin
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...then you might like
Yakusoku no Neverland
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My first impression of this anime : 'This feels awfully like Attack on Titan'
There are three main protagonists like Eren, Armin and Mikasa. They were surrounded by wall and trying to escape it (Although the wall doesn't play that big role in here like in Attack on Titan does). There's also these human eater creatures. Also I think Eren say something similar about them being trapped inside a wall like cattle. Well, in this case they are literally the cattle.
I'd say there are also Death Note feel to it, but I lean more towards Attack on Titan.
If you liked
Boku dake ga Inai Machi
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...then you might like
Kimi no Suizou wo Tabetai
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These two Animes both resemble the pain of being parted from their dear friends.The plot of these stories are great!!
Anime rec by aneendyadg - Jan 17, 2019
If you liked
Tsuki wa Higashi ni Hi wa Nishi ni: Operation Sanctuary
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...then you might like
Island
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Similar female characters around the main lead with time travel aspect in both. Both also have that kind of drama that comes with these types of anime.
If you liked
Stranger: Mukou Hadan
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...then you might like
Dororo
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A travelling swordsman in old Japan who is usually a badass loner gets a chippy little boy accompanying him as he defeats enemies all over Japan and is forced to protect the boy and confront his past.
Anime rec by WeeboBaggins - Jan 16, 2019
If you liked
Absolute Duo
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...then you might like
Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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-Both male protaganists use a shield for fighting and have a female to fight with a sword
Anime rec by freakstrings - Jan 16, 2019
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If you liked
Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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...then you might like
Isekai Maou to Shoukan Shoujo no Dorei Majutsu
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- Main protag sent to another world
- Initially misunderstood
- 2 girls to follow around with MC
- Game-like mechanics (RPG fantasy)
- Slaves as an early driving factor (less mentioned later)
One standing difference is that Diablo is very strong from the beginning while Naofumi starts off with nothing, to get stronger later throughout the series. Different personalities as well.
If you liked
Kanojo to Kanojo no Neko: Everything Flows
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...then you might like
Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue.
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Both anime are about the relationship between a human and a cat and the story is told from both their points of view.
Both human characters, at the start of the story, don't like having a pet that much (little Miyu from "Kanojo" was about to leave her cat, Daru, behind), but as the story proceeds the bond between them grows stronger.
If you liked
Akatsuki no Yona
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...then you might like
Akagami no Shirayuki-hime
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- both have female red haired main characters with one or more love interests
- themes of royalty and fantasy
-yona has dragons
-shirayuki has herbs
Anime rec by blahblahanime - Jan 16, 2019
If you liked
Trigun
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...then you might like
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan
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If you want to see a pacifist MC with a dark past be pushed far beyond his limit of patience, pushed into a corner, and forced to destroy his enemies in awesome fight scenes, look no further.
Each show also has light hearted comedic relief, great plots, memorable characters, and great english voice acting.
Anime rec by Dragonheardt - Jan 16, 2019
If you liked
Tonari no Kyuuketsuki-san
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...then you might like
Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita!
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-the MC falls in love with a kuudere-ish girl
-the MC is constantly trying to get them to wear cute clothes
-both are shoujo ai
Anime rec by bubudesuwa - Jan 16, 2019
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If you liked
Trigun
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...then you might like
Sunabouzu
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Both animes have:
- Post apocalyptic future desert setting
- Silly main characters who are very good at what they do when they get serious
- Lots of very great gunfighting scenes
- Very funny comedic elements sewn into each episode
- Episodic format that weaves and builds up to the main plot
- Good plots that are more complex than first meets the eye
- Both have very good and polished english dubs (Usually i do subs but I'd HIGHLY recommend both in english for the best comedic elements to shine)
Differences:
- Desert Punk is generally a more raunchy show and the characters are far more merciless. The MC of Desert Punk emphasizes that you need to be merciless in their world while Trigun's MC emphasizes pacifism.
- Trigun's MC has more of a complex background
Anime rec by Dragonheardt - Jan 16, 2019
If you liked
Blame! Movie
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...then you might like
Shoujo Shuumatsu Ryokou
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Huge uninhabitant city/world that was build way in the past. This anime is way more calm but if you enjoy just the dystopic feeling this anime might be something for you.
If you liked
Hai to Gensou no Grimgar
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...then you might like
Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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similar setting although hai to gensou no grimgar is more drama oriented and struggles more in the new environment.
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If you liked
Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari
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...then you might like
Kemurikusa (TV)
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The same isekai thingy that involves a guy finding himself in an alternate world, except in Tate the guy is in an medieval setting, while in Kemurikusa the huy is in some post apocalyptic world.
Anime rec by JiangHaoyi1979 - Jan 16, 2019
If you liked
Perman
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...then you might like
Nyani ga Nyandaa Nyandaa Kamen
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Both stories revolve around a student who hide their identity as heroes. The heroes have similar friends.They both are challenged by villains/rivals and always win. They both have a mask/helmet and cape as their costumes and both are cartoons loved especially by kids. Both the shows have 25min episodes and have similar ratings (slightly above 6).
However, Perman is older and in it's plot there are other supporting heroes with lesser known villains. In Mighty Masked Niyander, Niyander is the only hero with his sidekick , a birdlike creature named pidori.