Welcome to our top 10 Isekai anime list! For those who have been living under a rock and haven't heard of the term "isekai," it refers to stories where the protagonist is magically transported to a fantasy world. Because nothing says "original plot" like yet another character being summoned to a magical realm to save the day. But hey, we love a good power fantasy as much as the next person, so let's dive into the list! (not sorted in any order)
Re: Zero
A young man gains the ability to "return by death" and tries to find his place in a fantasy world. I love dying over and over again until I get something right.
Overlord
A high-level player becomes trapped in a game world and navigates the politics of self-aware NPCs. Finally, a game where you can't just turn it off and walk away!
The Rising of the Shield Hero
A falsely accused hero must clear his name and defend the kingdom from monsters. Nothing says "fair and just society" like being blamed for something you didn't do.
- (note: season 2 is pretty bad....)
No Game No Life
Siblings become the rulers of a world where everything is decided through games. Don't question the relationship between the two.
Log Horizon
Players of an MMORPG become trapped in the game world and try to uncover the mystery of their situation. Because being stuck in a virtual reality is way better than the real world.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
A man is reborn as a slime monster and sets out to become the strongest being in the world. Ah yes I love being a blob of goo.
Saga of Tanya the Evil
A salaryman is reborn as a young girl with extraordinary magical powers and rises through the ranks of the military. Murder child, but not actually a child but also is.
BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt
In this anime, a young woman becomes obsessed with a virtual reality game and creates a character who is completely focused on avoiding taking damage. Because what could be more fun than playing it safe all the time?
Gate: JSDF Fought There!
A JSDF officer becomes embroiled in the politics and conflicts of a fantasy world. What could possibly go wrong when you mix modern military technology with medieval fantasy?
By the Grace of the Gods
A man is reincarnated in a fantasy world as a boy with powerful magical abilities and lives a peaceful life in the countryside. Living a simple life in the country is so much better than the stresses of modern society.
Hope there is something in this list that peaked your interest and might make you watch something fun until I bring out the next list!