The Best Anime Series of 2024: A Critic’s Picks

2024 has been a great year for cinephiles and weebs! Audiences saw the release of a lot of new movies and series. Anime fans were also not disappointed this year. From action to horror, anime has pushed its boundaries this year. 2024 saw the release of multiple new anime series, some of which immediately became viewers’ favourites. In this article, we will be discussing the top 5 anime series released in 2024 so far!

Anime has captivated the weebs with its compelling storylines, stunning animation, and strong messages. Even if you are a one-time anime watcher, you would love the below-mentioned anime series. These series have it all; from gore to love! Take a look at the top 5 anime series picked just for you!

1. Delicious in Dungeons (Danjon Meshi)

Delicious in Dungeons is an anime series released on January 4 of this year. It is adapted from Ryoko Kui’s Delicious in Dungeons. It is a 24-episode series animated by Trigger Studios. Yoshihiro Miyajima has directed this beautiful anime series that revolves around dungeon food. The tale is of Laois and his friends after they are attacked by a Red Dragon during their adventure time. They lost their money and food inside the deep dungeon. Fear of starvation and death, Laois makes a decision to eat monsters! They eat all types of monsters including slimes, basilisks, mimics, and dragons!

This anime series has an IMDb rating of 8 out of 10 and has gotten positive reviews. Audiences loved the gorgeous art and animation and the storyline revolving around food. The series has multiple dark moments blended very well with comedy. You can watch this series on Netflix!

2. Kaiju No. 8

Kaiju No. 8 is an anime series adapted from Naoya Matsumoto’s manga by the same name! This series was directed by Tomomi Kamiya and Shigeyuki Miya. The story revolves around the appearance of monsters called “kaiju” in Japan. To fight them off, the Defence Corps have been appointed. Kafka Hibino is a 32-year-old man who aspires to become a part of the Defence Corps. However, his dreams come back when an 18-year-old teenager joins his team. He is reminded of the times when he used to dream big and thought to never settle for less!

This series has a very strong message incorporated with a lot of beautiful dialogue. There are 12 episodes in the first season and it is available to watch on Crunchyroll for free and Prime Video with Premium Subscription. Audiences love the intense and enthralling visuals. The pace of the anime is also good, keeping the dullness out. You can binge-watch this anime in just one sitting. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and watch this anime series today!

3. Dan Da Dan

A very recent anime series that immediately became everyone’s favourite is Dan Da Dan. It is adapted from a Japanese manga by Yukinobu Tatsu. The plot revolves around a high-school girl named Momo Ayase. She believes in ghosts but not aliens. In contrast to that, her friend Ken Takakura believes in aliens but not ghosts. The two make a bet and go to different locations to prove themselves right! Interestingly, Momo is abducted by aliens and a spirit possesses Ken!

The anime series got a lot of positive reviews on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes. You can watch the series on Crunchyroll for free! The audience loved the character’s backstories and uniqueness. They all have their own stories and gradually develop with each episode. The animation style is also very vibrant and detailed. It is perfectly combined with important dialogues and scenes!

4. Orb: On the Movements of the Earth

Another fan-favourite anime series released this year was Orb: On the Movements of the Earth. The story is adapted from the manga written and illustrated by Uoto. It is based on a young prodigy who shows curiosity about the Earth and the Sun. He goes on quests after he finds research works of his master about these two! It is set in the 15th century when people believed that the Sun revolved around the Earth. Those who opposed the idea were burnt and tortured.

It is a beautiful anime series with an IMDb rating of 8! Critiques loved the animation and the aesthetics of this anime. The storyline is very unique and new. However, many people felt the lack of styling in this series. They mentioned how the anime series forgot to add emotions and expressions to the characters’ faces!

5. Dragon Ball Daima

This adventurous anime series perhaps made every Dragon Ball fan’s year! The story revolves around Goku and his friends when they get into a conspiracy. They try to explore the unknown Demon realm with the help of their other friends: Supreme Kai, Glorio, and Panzy! It is the sixth instalment of the Dragon Ball franchise. The anime series has been produced by Toei Animation and directed by Yoshitaka Yashima and Aya Komaki!

With an IMDb rating of 8.1 out of 10, Dragon Ball Daima has captured the hearts of many people. People have mentioned the need for this anime series to feel refreshed and nostalgic. The visuals of this anime series are top-notch! The music tracks of this series are also very appreciated. By far, Dragon Ball Daima has only received positive reviews from the people.