Anime enthusiasts have much to look forward to in 2024, as the year is filled with hotly awaited sequels, new fresh adaptations, and thrilling original series. No matter if you’re a fan of action-filled shonen fights, endearing slice-of-life tales, or mystery-laden psychological thrillers, there’s something for every fan.
Let’s jump in and discover the must-watch anime in 2024, ranging from the top sequels, brand-new shows, and upcoming anime films that you won’t be able to afford to miss!
Highly Anticipated Anime Sequels in 2024
Solo Leveling – The Rise of the Weakest Hunter
In a world where dungeons and monsters exist, hunters protect humanity by fighting supernatural creatures. However, Sung Jin-Woo, the weakest hunter, barely survives low-level dungeons. After a near-fatal dungeon raid, he awakens a mysterious “System” that allows him to level up, unlike any other hunter.
Jin-Woo soon transforms from the weakest to the strongest, fighting powerful enemies, uncovering hidden conspiracies, and taking revenge on those who underestimated him.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 – The Mystery Deepens
The series follows Aqua and Ruby Hoshino, the reincarnated children of former idol Ai Hoshino, who was tragically murdered. While Ruby dreams of becoming an idol like her mother, Aqua is determined to uncover the truth behind Ai’s death. The entertainment industry is filled with lies, betrayal, and hidden dangers, and Aqua is willing to do anything to expose those responsible.
Kaiju No. 8 – The Ultimate Monster Battle
Anime fans, get ready for an action-packed, monster-smashing adventure as Kaiju No. 8 finally makes its anime debut! This highly anticipated adaptation of Naoya Matsumoto’s hit manga is set to bring high-octane battles, stunning animation, and a compelling story to the screen.
n a world where massive monsters (Kaiju) regularly attack Japan, elite military forces known as the Defense Corps are tasked with exterminating them. Kafka Hibino, the protagonist, dreams of joining the Defense Corps but has long since given up after failing the entrance exams multiple times. Instead, he works as part of a clean-up crew, tasked with disposing of Kaiju remains after battles.
However, everything changes when Kafka accidentally merges with a mysterious Kaiju parasite and gains the ability to transform into a powerful Kaiju himself. Now labeled “Kaiju No. 8” by the authorities, Kafka must hide his identity while proving that he can still protect humanity.
Kimi ni Todoke Season 3 – The Return of Heartwarming Romance
If you have wished for high school romance but never achieved just like me 😭😭😭 So, let continue it a anime based on manga written by Karuho Shiina.
The story revolve around Sawako Kuronuma a shy and easily misunderstood girl and Shota Kazehaya he’s a cheerful boy and who see Sawako for who she truly is, with his encouragement and help her make a new friend in the process of discovering their surrounding changes as their social circle Sawako starts to open while this goes on both starts’ having feeling for each other, now Sawako has to starts with hers and Shota relation will there be progress or some kind of twist.
Exciting New Anime Series to Watch
Blue Box – A Blend of Sports and Romance
Blue Box follows Taiki Inomata, a passionate badminton player, who secretly admires Chinatsu Kano, a rising star in basketball. When Chinatsu unexpectedly moves in with Taiki’s family, his feelings for her grow stronger. However, both must balance love, ambition, and personal growth as they pursue their respective sports dreams.
The Apothecary Diaries – A Historical Mystery Unfolds
The Apothecary Diary is set on Chinese historical drama with the blend of medical mystery that surround the whole anime and it also include detailed politics which very interesting.
Our Main character “maomao” a young women who is very profound in medicine and helped around the red light with her father but one day while searching for herbs, she was kidnapped and then sold off to be a slave in emperor inner chamber which is mainly for consorts. She wants to be low profile as much as possible and not draw any attention, but due to some unexpected incident that happen-with her keen sense and observation skill she solve the mystery which was not her intention but she is not able to be keep the low profile which she has imagined.
Delicious in Dungeon – A Unique Fantasy Adventure
In a world where dungeons are filled with monsters, adventurers risk their lives to seek treasures hidden deep inside. Laios, the main protagonist, loses his sister to a dragon attack during an expedition. With little food and no money, his team decides to venture back into the dungeon, but this time, they’ll cook and eat the monsters they defeat to sustain themselves.
From roast basilisk meat to slime-based soups, this anime is a delightful mix of survival tactics and culinary creativity, making it stand out among traditional fantasy anime.
Metallic Rouge – A Sci-Fi Thriller with Cyberpunk Vibes
In a dystopian future where humanity coexists with artificial beings, tensions between the two factions are rising. Rouge, an android designed for combat, is tasked with eliminating rogue AI who have turned against humanity. However, as she delves deeper into her missions, she begins questioning her own existence and the true nature of her creators.
Expect a mix of action-packed chases, hacking battles, and thought-provoking themes about AI, human ethics, and the meaning of life.