Almost 40 years ago, western cartoon studios started taking notice of anime, and it wasn’t long before it influenced cartoons now regarded as classics. The Japanese animation style was becoming more familiar to audiences, thanks to dubbed TV shows, and they knew almost instinctively that it was going to be big.
Author: Eric Barnhill
Violent Anime for Over 18s
These violent yet brilliant anime are rated as some of the best for adults and they certainly prove once again just how diverse this genre can be.
A Beginners Anime Glossary
As anime is Japanese you’ll often find that there are plenty of Japanese words or phrases included, and that the sub culture has something of its own language. You’ll also see plenty of cultural Japanese references when you watch anime or read manga, and this glossary aims to cover the basics so you can speak…
The 3 Best Anime Shows For Beginners
Anime comes in many shapes and sizes, and there are enough shows around to keep just about everyone happy. For those that are new to the anime scene, these are the very best shows available to get started with, and should provide a solid bridge into the extremely populated genre.
The All-Time 10 Most-Hated Anime Characters
If there’s one thing we know for sure about anime, it’s that it has an incredible way of ensuring that the viewer forms an emotional connection with the characters. We’ve all watched anime and fallen in love with a specific character, but sometimes the character you form the greatest connection with is the character you…
The Best Anime for Kids
There are some things adults can enjoy and some that are aimed at kids, and then there are those that are suitable for both. But just like adult games has to offer, not all anime is appropriate for kids, so we’ve rounded up the top kid-friendly options for the little ones. Pokémon Yes, we know you…
The Top Anime Shows for Grown-Up Viewers
Anime is a genre that has always prided itself in its ability to access a wide audience of all tastes, preferences, and, of course, ages. And while there is plenty of anime for children to watch, sometimes it’s worth finding a show that has a more adult theme that offers more intelligent, thoughtful plot-lines and…
Anime’s 5 Most Powerful Characters
One of the reasons that anime as a genre took off across the world was because of the many vibrant characters that gave life to the show. But for many, it wasn’t always about the plot lines or the twists, but by the sheer strength and fortitude of those characters, and how they always found…
A Brief History of Anime
Anime has an amazing history and it’s a genre that never fails to amaze on so many levels. The following anime and manga trivia may blow your mind, so be prepared!
The Top 5 Biggest Twists in Anime
Like any medium of storytelling, anime has come with its own plots, character development, and, of course, surprising twists. And while many shows have had twists of their own, some where so unexpected and so mind-blowing that they ultimately changed the nature of the industry, becoming some of the most well-known moments in anime history….