I Have Watched 70+ Anime, but I Never Got Over These 10

10. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

With Season 2 currently airing its final episodes this month, Frieren has cemented itself as the new peak of the fantasy genre. It’s the ultimate "post-anime depression" show because it starts where others end. Watching an immortal elf grapple with the regrets of a journey she thought was "short" forces you to look at your own life and the people you've taken for granted.

9. My Hero Academia

The "Deku era" officially ended in late 2025, and the anime community is still mourning. The final episodes went above and beyond the manga's conclusion, adding deeply emotional scenes of Class 1-A in adulthood that provided a level of closure rarely seen in Shonen. It’s hard to imagine the seasonal lineup without a new "Plus Ultra" moment.

8. Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World

Subaru Nagatsuki is the most human protagonist in Isekai, and that is why his story is so haunting. We just saw the "Counterattack Arc" wrap up in 2025, and the anticipation for Season 4 (premiering April 8, 2026) is at a breaking point. The upcoming "Loss Arc" promises to push Subaru’s psychological limits even further, proving that you don't just watch him suffer, you feel every ounce of his trauma.

7. Violet Evergarden

This is the show you watch when you need to remember how to feel. Kyoto Animation’s peak visual work tells the story of an ex-soldier seeking the meaning of "I love you." Whether it's the famous Episode 10 (the letters) or the final movie, Violet Evergarden is a masterclass in empathy that leaves a permanent mark on your heart.

6. Summertime Rendering

A perfect, 25-episode supernatural mystery that grips you from the first second. Since its release, it has become the gold standard for "time-loop" thrillers. The stakes are so high, and the "Shadow" threat is so terrifyingly intelligent, that finishing it leaves you with a feeling of "nothing else can match this tension."

5. Jujutsu Kaisen

The "King of Curses" era is in its endgame. With the manga finished and Season 3 (The Culling Game) dominating the current 2026 charts, the sheer brutality of Gege Akutami’s world is unforgettable. In a genre where characters usually have plot armor, JJK’s willingness to let favorites fall makes every fight feel like a genuine life-or-death crisis.

4. Naruto: Shippuden

This "Classic" still holds its ground. The tragedy of the Uchiha, the pain of Nagato, and Naruto’s lonely swing are fundamental blocks of the anime experience. By 2026, as the Boruto era undergoes its own shifts, nostalgia for the original journey to become Hokage remains a cornerstone of the medium.

3. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

We are currently in the middle of the Infinity Castle Movie Trilogy (2025–2026), and Ufotable’s animation has reached a level that feels impossible. The battle against Muzan Kibutsuji is more than just a fight; it’s a generational struggle of breathing styles and family bonds. The sheer visual spectacle makes it impossible to forget.

2. Oregairu (My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU)

The "philosophy of the loner." Hachiman Hikigaya’s cynical worldview and the search for something "genuine" resonated with a generation of fans. Even years after its conclusion, the subtle character growth and the complex social dynamics of the Service Club remain the gold standard for high school dramas.

1. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

The "Perfect Anime." After seeing 70+ shows, you realize how rare it is for a series to have a flawless beginning, middle, and end. The Elric brothers’ journey to find their bodies and discovering the dark truth of their world remains the #1 recommendation for a reason. It is the benchmark against which all other storytelling is measured.