Summary
The 2010s was arguably the best decade foranimedue to a rise in its popularity, which led to higher production quality and many studios experimenting with more interesting and unique concepts. Not only were some of the most famous anime of all time released in the 2010s, but also a lot of underrated gems that are just as good.
This list will rank all the best anime we have come across that were released in the decade of 2010. Of course, it will be a little biased due to our personal preferences, but we will also attempt to take in public perception as much as possible.
10Vinland Saga
Although most of it was released in the 2020s, Vinland Saga did make its debut in 2019, and it deserves a spot on this list, especially due to how good it is. Set in the early Middle Ages, this anime has a very in-depth, detailed, and emotional storyline along with a slow pace that makes you feel very attached to the characters, even one episode into the show.
Unlike most other anime on this list thatexcel in actionand has brilliant animation, Vinland Saga focuses more on the storytelling aspect andits 24 episodes take you on a journey of revenge, hatred, and love.
9Steins; Gate
Steins; Gate is not for everyone, as its slow-paced start can put a lot of viewers off, but if you stick with it, then you may realize that this is one of the best-written anime out there, which comes with a special, unique visual novelesque art style.
This show correctly does time-travel, without overcomplicating things,and while keeping a consistent story with both fun and emotional moments. The voice-acting is also something that personally stands out, especially the performance of Mamoru Miyano as Rintarou.
8My Hero Academia
Although it has extended way beyond the 2010s, My Hero Academia is still one of the best shows of the decade. This isa shounen animethat follows the story of a young boy, blessed with the strongest superpowers, and his struggles and adventures in the process of dealing with them.
This show portrays a very interesting world, where the catch is that almost everybody has some sort of superpower and the crime rate has gone high because of it. The creative and unique fight sequences are what stand out in this show, and they are backed by an amazing soundtrack as well.
7JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
Not everyone may agree with this take, but we still believe that JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is one of the best anime of the 2010s. While it may not contain the emotional depth that some other shows on this list do, it isjust plain old fun with some great action and a unique concept, which makes it a fun change-up.
Set across five parts, this anime follows the story of the Joestar family, all of whom use their supernatural strengths to fight against evil spirits across different periods. It’s a creative world, and the mix of interesting characters and enemies is what sets this show apart and makes it unique but so much fun.
6Made In Abyss
Made In Abyss follows the story of a girl named Riko, and her adventures with her robot friend Reg into an abyss to find her lost mother. This is one of thebest fantasy animeout there, and while it may seem a little too simple at the beginning with its cute art style, it soon justifies its TV-14 rating with a lot of dark, gory, and mildly sexual scenes as well.
There is always a constant sense of mystery in your mind due to the show’s amazing, dark world-building, and there areso many events that leave you feeling scared and uncomfortable.
5Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Debuting towards the end of the 2010s, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba became famous for itsamazing animation styleinspired directly by its manga. This is also perfectly complemented byintense action scenes and an epic original soundtrack, produced by legendary composers such as Go Shiina and Yuki Kajiura.
This show also has a great story, following the adventures of Tanjiro, who is a typical shounen protagonist on his journey to becoming a demon slayer to avenge his family’s death.
4Hunter x Hunter
Hunter x Hunter has something for all types of Anime fans. From long, epic battles to funny moments, some of the best characters, and a deep emotional storyline about friendship and loss, this show takes you on a journey throughout its six seasons andnever gets dull in the process.
This is a great Anime for people looking to get into the genre, as it is very fast-paced and also has the perfect mix of lighthearted and dramatic stuff. Every character in this show seems to have their own real personality with their morals which makes them much more likable and makes the show a lot more relatable.
3One-Punch Man
One of the most famous anime ever made, One-Punch Man has had a huge impact on pop culture and the anime world. This is arguablythe funniest show on this list, and perhaps the funniest anime we’ve ever seen, mainly due to its hilarious protagonist Saitama, who breaks all the conventional rules you would expect a superhero in an anime to follow.
Although it may not have the most in-depth plotlines, it has a mix of intense and fluid action scenes, a unique animation style, and of course, its great humor, which makes it the perfect lighthearted watch.
2Haikyu!!
Haikyu!! is a sports anime that follows the story of a young kid called Shouyou, and his journey to becoming a great volleyball player. This show puts you through a whole range of emotions, with there being some very emotional, heartfelt moments as well as a lot of laughs.
Although it is great for everyone, we would especially recommend all sports fans to give this show a go, asit shows the immense strategy, teamwork, and the emotions and sacrifices required to make it to the top spot in a sport, which every sportsperson will appreciate.
1Attack On Titan
One of the most critically acclaimed and popular anime of all time, there isn’t a better choice for the first spot than Attack On Titan. Every scene in this show feels amazing to look at due to its beautiful art style, and its soundtrack is widely consideredone of if not the best Anime OSTs of all time.
Although its story of humans vs demons may appear relatively simple from the outside, it is much more than that and the show touches on several humanistic themes such as greed, honor, war, and much more throughout its four seasons. Its plot twists are also one of the best parts of Attack on Titan and will have you hooked throughout the show.
