The Japanese anime is capable of dragging the viewer in such a way that you simply cannot escape from this fantasy emotional world. Finishing the next series, users immediately begin to search the Internet for options with related topics or plot, if only to extend the viewing pleasure by a little more.
One of these "addictive" animes is the series "No Game - No Life", released in 2014. The story tells about a brother and sister - inveterate gamers whose reputation and ratings on the Internet are off the scale. Siro and Sora are so mired in the virtual world that they sincerely consider real life a base game.
Once a young man under the pseudonym “God” summoned arrogant guys to an alternative world in which games always decide everything. At the same time, humanity was replaced by other races, and the remaining representatives settled in one single town. Will the guys be able to defeat their own pride and delusions in order to save humanity in an alternative world?
Agree, the idea is really attractive. Below we provide a selection of 10 animes that look like “No game, no life” with a common idea and an instructive lesson.
10. Shaman King | 2003
The series captivated the young viewers thanks to the colorful world, action and adventure. The story tells of the modest Monty - an ordinary boy who was attacked by robbers. The guy came to the rescue of the mysterious Yo, who asked the bullies to bashing.
Yo turned out to be the king of shamans, who has secret wisdom and knows how to communicate with spirits. As it turned out, even omnipotent shamans need help, so friends come together to confront evil.
9. Death Parade | 2015
Just one season of anime - and so many impressions! The idea is as old as the world - after death there is a distribution of people between heaven and hell. But those who have especially distinguished themselves after death can end up in Quindecim, a strange place where a mysterious fair-haired barman awaits them.
He, like a real Designer from Saw, invites guests to play the Deadly game, exposing the true identity of the participants. The bet in the game is human life. Decim, as the chief judge, chooses who can get out of Purgatory and in what capacity.
8. Hikaru and Go | 2001-2003
The plot school anime, which tells about an ordinary Japanese boy Hikaru, who made his way to the grandfathers' attic in search of interesting things. So he scoured for antiques, and found an ancient table for playing Go - a kind of Jumanji in our manner. After this moment, Hikaru’s life changes dramatically.
In the table for the game, as it turned out, the spirit of Sai is imprisoned. Once he was a master of Guo, but now he remains in the form of a spirit that is so eager to be released. From this moment, the adventures of friends begin.
7. Yu-Gi-Oh! | 1998-2004
For 6 years, fans have been able to enjoy 27 episodes of colorful anime about the fragile and modest guy Yuga.
A game lover managed to solve the most ancient Egyptian puzzle, after which he mysteriously received a gift of dark powers. Feeling the danger and injustice of the world, Yugi with dark magic proceeds to retaliation and the struggle for justice.
6. Accelerated World | 2012
And again we are talking about a Japanese clogged teenager. Haruyuki is short and well-fed, for which his peers scoff at him, and the girls bypass. The guy has only 2 best friends with whom he lives together in 2040 - the era of implantation of neurolink. With the help of chips, people can go into an alternative reality in the form of an avatar, but even there Haruyuki is no easier.
Once a guy, for no reason, for no reason, was recognized by the recognized school beauty Black Snow, who invited him to participate in the “Brain Explosion” program. All subjects experienced 1000 times faster thinking and perception. With this ability, Haruyuki from the "pig" turned into a Silver Raven - a sports handsome man, faithful to the servant of Lady Black Lotus.
5. Go ahead! Ping Pong School Section | 1995
Anime with light erotic overtones on the subject of school life and sports achievements. In the frame, Japanese schoolchildren who love sports ping pong.
Their section is rapidly gaining popularity and expanding, collecting a wide variety of types: lazy people, crampons, school beauties, etc. The guys share a common passion for the game and a desire to make new friends.
4. Hacking: Beyond the World | 2012
And again, we are transported into the world of the near future, and more precisely in 2024. Here, a young 14-year-old schoolgirl, Sora, after listening to her comrades, decides to play the popular game The World.
But it was Sora who was unlucky - after a certain incident, the events in the game begin to directly interfere with the reality of the students. The girl has to deal with these fantastic events and get out of the delicate situation with dignity and honor.
3. The Chronicles of the Horizon | 2013-2014
Fantasy action movie talks about a popular online toy that captures the attention and mind of tens of thousands of Japanese gamers. At first, the guys simply ran in the form of knights with swords and magicians, but then they noted how the game got out of control and began to control reality.
The young gamer Shiroe is trying, with the help of his comrades, to survive in an almost apocalyptic world. Each of the guys has his own talent and superpowers.
2. Problem children from another world | 2013
There is an alternative world to Garden City, where fabulous creatures live: werewolves, sorcerers, gods, demons, vampires and other evil spirits. In this universe, creatures love to gamble and challenge each other to fights.
The protagonist of the story is the brave and strong Izayoi, as well as the calm and charming Asuka, who is able to control animals. The Black Rabbit girl, who needs to save the family from the local Demon Lords, turns to the heroes for help. So there was a new clan of heroes who are fighting for justice in the alternative world.
1. Sword Art Online | 2014-2018
A series of seasons that were shot over 4 years and excite the imagination of fans with a vivid picture, dramatic plot and subtle humor. The story tells of an experienced player, Kazuto, who is testing a beta version of the upcoming computer game Sword Art Online.
There was one specific “lag” in the game - you cannot voluntarily leave it until you go to the end. Plus, events in the game like death completely affect your real life. Interesting? Well, you will find many episodes of the thriller and action movie, so you won’t be bored.
Here is a selection of game anime series that will not let you get bored for many months. Just enjoy the virtual world, do not forget about the colorful and such interesting real life. This is exactly the main idea of the series from our review ...