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If you liked The World Is Mine add

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Both manga are humanist stories about intense emotional turmoil, twisted worldviews, and degeneracy that taints the romantic elements heavily. Both provide immensely disturbing material at times to provoke complex thoughts about the human condition, meaning of life, and societal secularism and possess unique artistic qualities to achieve and enhance such messages. Both also contain religious undertones dealing and explore existentialism through it.

If you liked RahXephon add

...then you might like Argento Soma add

Both of these mecha shows explore humanistic sympathy within the environment of war. Another notable feature is its prominence of the secondary cast, all featuring very intricately woven and fully developed roles despite the brutal setting that surrounds them. They are similar both structurally, contain notably 90s styled art and coloring in its visuals, and have a comforting yet cold atmosphere.

If you liked Texhnolyze add

...then you might like Ashita no Joe 2 add

Although prominently featuring an activity, such as the refinement of advanced technology in Texhnolyze, or the sport of boxing in Ashita no Joe, each show accompanies its protagonist alongside their involvement in these interests. They start in an almost animal state, to a refined master of their craft. They change and evolve with the revelations made about each subject as well, finding an end to these journeys in a certain comforting, bittersweet appreciation of fleeting life.

If you liked Tajuu Jinkaku Tantei Psycho add

...then you might like The World Is Mine add

Many instances of unemotional brutality and gore are depicted in order to paint a bleak, nihilistic portrait of society with main characters changing drastically, taking on different appearances and playing a significant role as a renounced, perhaps respected influential character that dictates the future in humanity's changing standards of morals and what it means to be human. While both contain a heavy sense of realism, both also have lightly supernatural elements that are used to further develop its themes without the story seeming too fantasy which would make them seem incorrectly like comfortable works. They are unapologetic.

If you liked Cencoroll add

...then you might like Inochi no Tabekata add

Eve's music videos often contain many strange creatures that inherit strange abilities, holding a metaphorical purpose in order to explain psychological states of the characters that interact with them. Cencoroll almost uses this same formula, instead prioritizing the evolving narrative more heavily in comparison while using these creatures to give the characters extra emotional depth as they progress through the story. Eve's music videos would likely also take this form if they were longer and had more time for plot development.

If you liked Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight add

...then you might like Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e add

Both have plots that revolve around a competitive educational setting, with thematic developments hinging, at its core, between the social life and relationships between classmates. Due to this format, both hold similarly suspicious authoritarian undertones.

If you liked Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor add

...then you might like Bus Gamer add

Characters are thrown (by choice) into deadly games and discover the meaning of life and death, as well as the futility of their own lives. You'll feel like the stakes are high when in fact, the only thing to lose is yourself. Both share a grungey urban atmosphere and have a 90s-styled feel, despite being made in the same era.

If you liked Zombie-Loan add

...then you might like Shiki add

Zombie-Loan and Shiki aesthetically have extremely similar lanky and 'edgy' art styles and ways of shading (very much hard colors and pure black shadows). Also, the stories are both about supernatural beings versus humankind, although both present the matter in much different ways. Both have dramatic moments and showcase the struggles of humans.

If you liked Planetes add

...then you might like Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor add

Extremely similar cast of main characters in which both series take place in a realistic sci-fi setting that focuses more on the people that operate machines than the robotics themselves. Both have similar art styles and thematic interpretation as well, with messages like 'hardships come with desire'.

If you liked Argento Soma add

...then you might like Casshern Sins add

Both are similar in that they have sci-fi elements that follow their own set of rules, their main protagonists that are confused about who they are throughout the series, and both have main storylines based upon the ultimate destruction of the world. Both Argento Soma and Casshern Sins also similarly have a younger secondary protagonist who interacts with the main protagonist and helps them discover themselves. Although it isn't labeled as one, Argento Soma has loads of psychological elements like Casshern Sins as well.

If you liked Gosenzo-sama Banbanzai! add

...then you might like Kyousou Giga (TV) add

Comedic nonsensical adventures that break the laws of physics, all encapsulated within a narrative that focuses heavily on symbolism and familial relationships. Very fun and surreal, and have unique art styles. Not to mention, the animation quality is great for both!

If you liked FLCL add

...then you might like Kyousou Giga (TV) add

Both have an energetic female main character that wields a special world-destroyingly powerful weapon, both take place in a setting where normalcies are rare, both have a great deal of symbolism, both have amazingly fast-paced narrative, both deal with familial issues as a main thematic, both are structurally similar in story and visuals, both don't essentially want to be understood, and both have a unique and exaggerated art style.

If you liked Bokura no add

...then you might like Shinsekai yori add

Both From the New World and Bokura No have similar art styles and utilize heavy psychological themes within their storytelling to slowly develop a horrifying truth that the story mainly revolves around. The main cast features kids who have to rely on each other to survive and pull through an overbearingly bleak circumstance that they've mysteriously gotten themselves in. Also, the adults within both series have a mostly negative relationship towards the chosen children, which makes them feel singled out within their unique societies. Furthermore, some extra similar qualities include how both are very existential, deal with Earth-at-stake scenarios, and explore identity quite a lot.

If you liked Casshern Sins add

...then you might like Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu add

Both series are slightly existential and cover heavy themes, both deal with the survival of humankind, and both contain supernatural elements in a semi-realistic world. For similarities concerning the main protagonists, both end up in situations where they must unwilling fight in order to live, both are condemned by almost everyone in their lives once they know the truth about who they really are, both have problems with their "girlfriend", and both have a few metal breakdowns throughout the series.

If you liked Devilman: Crybaby add

...then you might like Sonny Boy add

Both have similar art styles that betray the standards of typical anime, both utilize elements of religion (demons, angels, God, ect.), both delve into unrealistic worlds in a realistic outlook, both develop an underlying thematic regarding human nature, and both are sparring in their use of background music but make for impactful narrative.

If you liked Elfen Lied add

...then you might like NieA Under 7 add

Both have explosive moments of random energy, both deal with human main characters that have to deal with offbeat and mentally unstable inhumanly humanoid roommates that turn up missing a lot. Both have their fair share of surrealistic scenes and imagery, and both have a mishmash of fast and slow paced sequences that make up for very odd pacing. Both have enigmatic worldbuilding, and both are compiled of almost all female characters. Plus, both series deal with college kids subtly searching for a purpose in life and have underlying sci-fi elements that make for a nice but similar aesthetics.

If you liked Ihatov Gensou: Kenji no Haru add

...then you might like Penguin's Memory: Shiawase Monogatari add

Both are excellent movies that deal with animal main characters who only want peace after their times of serving in the war. They are both very contemplative in their themes and heavily focus on both people and nature. Both are very peaceful movies that have a very strong hold on realism, and both contain surrealistic elements. Would definitely recommend one if you've liked the other!

If you liked NHK ni Youkoso! add

...then you might like Great Pretender add

Both anime have main protagonists who are approached by an individual who claims to "help" them, but they usually end up manipulating them instead. Also, both main characters are in a weird job situation (or lack of) that is the initial cause of their issues as well. Although both series lean towards a more realistic depiction of certain groups of people, they have their high energy and cartoonish moments.

If you liked Inuyashiki add

...then you might like Platinum End add

Has characters that gain some sort of otherworldly power upon losing hope in their lives, puts the characters into many life or death situations against one another, there is a clear line between the protagonist who has morals and the antagonist who doesn't, and the antagonist dabbles with publicity in society, as they are able to control media news/ communication to a degree. Also, a lot of the battles in both anime are psychological alongside physical, mostly because both series have protagonists who are completely new to fighting and dealing with intense situations. I would definitely recommend Inuyashiki if you liked Platinum End, or vise-versa!

If you liked Alien 9 add

...then you might like Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu add

Both of these anime series deal with otherworldly creatures that are alien to this world, heavily focusing on the psychological aspect the existence of these sci-fi beings have on human beings. Both have a great amount of heavy symbolism and delve into the character's mentality of themselves alone in the world. Furthermore, both stories have background antagonist-like characters that want to further investigate the abilities and sciences behind the creatures too. The protagonists for both series are also dragged into the world of these enigmatic beings against their will, so prepare yourself for some drama!

If you liked Akira add

...then you might like Alien 9 add

Both Alien 9 and Akira provide for a semi-humorous but dark delve into human psychology when dealing with otherworldly and unfamiliar conditions that both play into the sci-fi category. Both have a semi-futuristic society as a setting, and both have a very surreal feel, especially with their unique twists on storytelling. Also, both anime were made in the early 90s / 2000s and have unique art styles that really makes them enjoyable visually as all heck!

If you liked Dead Leaves add

...then you might like Aachi wa Ssipak add

Both are high-octane, energetic adventures featuring fast-moving frenzies, bloody battles, and an amazing amount of slapstick humor. If you like to be winded with laughter and the pure essence of absurdity, then you'll love both of these films. They're practically twins, they're so similar. Definitely give the other one of these movies a try if you've liked one.

If you liked Ano Ko Secret add

...then you might like Oki ni Mesu mama add

Both animated to a song made by the artist Eve, each of these beautiful music videos display characters trying to reach out to their lovers to upbeat tunes. Both are very entertaining and keep you engaged through fast-paced action and jams that draw you in and hold your attention through bright colors and stunning visual effects. Both are also created under the hard work of indie artists and look very unique, unlike anything you've probably seen before.

If you liked Yakusoku no Neverland add

...then you might like Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun add

Mm, yes. I know it may seem a bit of a stretch, but hear me out: Both of these series are really similar in different ways. Both of them are fantastical with the inclusion of monsters and paranormalities but still remain grounded as their main protagonists are still very human and are grounded in reality. The underlining mysteries that drive both stories are also very similar and overall give a very distinctive dark and mysterious mood, which I love. Each show has its moments of humor as well, usually both based on cute or embarrassing moments that'll make you giggle. If you like characters with uniquely deep and meaningful relationships between each other, you'll love both shows. Personally, I found them both very similar and very good series. Please, give 'em both a try if you haven't already.

If you liked Zombie-Loan add

...then you might like Kekkai Sensen add

To me, Kekkai Sensen and Zombie-Loan are closely related in that they both uphold a vibrant, energetic mood through their character and episodic format of storytelling. Beyond that, they both focus hard on the relationships between characters that really made me attached to everyone. Some episodes were purely created as spotlights for certain characters in both series, which I really liked. Definitely, give both of these series a try if you liked one! They're very close not only visually, but story-wise.

If you liked Sakasama no Patema add

...then you might like Deca-Dence add

Both have similar antagonists, deal with 2 separate societies of people that condemn each other, and have similar conclusions. Also, both are pretty upbeat and feel good to watch. They also have similar technologies and aesthetics.

If you liked Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun add

...then you might like Kara no Kioku add

Both deal with the main characters being introduced to a cool paranormal world, driven by an engaging mystery. Also, both have occasional (and not overblown) action sequences and are just simply fun! Also, the side characters are very prominent and reoccurring, which makes them very important to the story and unforgettable.

If you liked Akira add

...then you might like Mousou Dairinin add

Both have very realistic depictions of society, have human characters, and deal with a fun bit of surrealism and action.

If you liked Yakusoku no Neverland add

...then you might like Shadows House add

Both have big houses, smart and tactical kids, older overseers, clues and mysteries that drive the plot, and foreshadowing to future plot points in the backgrounds for you over-analyzers.

If you liked Karneval (TV) add

...then you might like Kiznaiver add

Both are niche anime that scratch that itch for a story-based anime with a fun and colorful cast of characters that drives it home. Also, both are set in a semi (but not completely fantastical) non-realistic universe that you're sure to enjoy.