What Anime Should I Watch?

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Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or totally new to the world of anime, one thing’s for sure: there are tons of amazing anime shows out there. So many, in fact, that we’re here to help narrow things down for you.

So, should your next anime be a blood-pumping action show, a jaw-dropping fantasy series, or something totally different? Hit “Start Quiz” and we’ll match you to the perfect anime series.

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Questions Overview

1. If you were an anime hero, your main goal would be:
  1. Fighting against evil
  2. Finding new galaxies
  3. Winning first place
  4. Finding true love
  5. Surviving in a new world
  6. Discovering life's meaning
2. You really love characters who are:
  1. Brave
  2. Quick-witted
  3. Ambitious
  4. Goofy
  5. Stubborn
  6. Sensitive
3. Your favorite part of any anime is the
  1. Comic relief character
  2. Unpredictable plot
  3. Tear-jerking dialogue
  4. Unsettling atmosphere
  5. Heart-pounding competitions
  6. Unforgettable setting
4. Which anime setting appeals most to you?
  1. A fantastical world
  2. A high school
  3. An apocalypse
  4. A futuristic society
  5. A workplace
  6. A tournament
5. The anime character you’d find the most interesting would be a:
  1. Wizard-in-training
  2. Unlucky student
  3. The Chosen One
  4. School idol
  5. Millionaire
  6. Pilot
6. Your favorite trait in a villain is their:
  1. Cruelty
  2. Arrogance
  3. Good looks
  4. Ambition
  5. Charisma
  6. Obsession
7. Your favorite moments in anime are when the character:
  1. Confesses their love
  2. Gets revenge
  3. Wins the big game
  4. Understands themselves
  5. Unlocks their potential
  6. Becomes famous
8. If you could master any hobby, it would be:
  1. Singing
  2. Tennis
  3. Stand-up comedy
  4. Robotics
  5. Hiking
  6. Astrology
9. If you could make your own anime, what would the main color scheme be?
  1. Pink and white
  2. Red and black
  3. Coral and teal
  4. Yellow and light green
  5. Gray and lime green
  6. Dark blue and light purple
10. What’s your favorite subject in school?
  1. Gym
  2. Theatre
  3. Physics
  4. History
  5. Astronomy
  6. English
11. On your wall, you’re hanging up a poster of:
  1. Robots in space
  2. Skulls and pentagrams
  3. Cartoon bunnies
  4. A fantasy world
  5. Your favorite athlete
  6. Your favorite band
12. What type of movie sounds most appealing?
  1. A slapstick comedy
  2. A timeless love story
  3. A spell-binding fantasy
  4. A tale of redemption
  5. An action-packed adventure
  6. A futuristic, deep-space saga

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The World of Anime Genres

Like any other visual medium, anime shows are given a wide variety of categories—some of which you might not be familiar with, unless you’re already a pretty dedicated anime fan. We’re here to break down some labels you might not be familiar with, so you can be totally informed while you’re searching for a new show to binge.

  • Shonen: Shonen is an action- and adventure-packed genre that’s technically meant to cater toward boys (older kids and teens), though plenty of people beyond the target demographic enjoy shonen series. Shonen is a large umbrella that encompasses a lot of different subgenres, like sports, slice of life, comedy, etc.
    • Examples: Dragon Ball, One Piece, My Hero Academia
  • Shoujo: Shoujo is a more romantic- and relationship-based genre that’s geared toward girls (tweens and teens).
    • Examples: Ouran High School Host Club, Sailor Moon, Kaichou wa Maid-sama!
  • Seinen: Seinen is a wide genre that’s technically meant to target older men (e.g., college students, guys with jobs, etc.). A variety of sub-genres can fall in seinen territory, like sci-fi, sports, comedy, and more.
    • Examples: Tokyo Ghoul, One Punch Man, Vinland Saga
  • Josei: Josei is a genre that caters to women (typically older than the shoujo target audience) and focuses on more grounded, mature stories.
    • Examples: Paradise Kiss, Princess Jellyfish, Honey and Clover
  • Slice of life: The slice of life genre typically portrays realistic, everyday experiences and settings.
    • Examples: Usagi Drop, Hyouka, Clannad
  • Isekai: Isekai is a special type of fantasy genre that revolves around characters being transported to a completely different world/universe.
    • Examples: Re:Zero, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Sword Art Online
  • Mecha: The mecha genre centers around large robots/mechs and characters who use these robots to enter battle.
    • Examples: Neon Genesis Evangelion, Gurren Lagann, Mobile Suit Gundam 00

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