Ping Pong the Animation is a brutal sport that puts players to the test in ways that most other sports cannot. Makoto Tsukimoto is among many youngsters that aspire to be a top ping pong player. Alongside his boyhood chum Yutaka Hoshino, the pair will battle it out with the globe's finest players. Their objective is to demonstrate their affection and enthusiasm for the realm of ping pong. Their abilities will be put to the test, but together they could demonstrate to the world that ping pong is much more than a boring game of table tennis.

Ping Pong the Animation receives some of the oddest praise we've ever heard for an anime series. Due to its very distinctive design aesthetic, Ping Pong is sometimes ignored as a real sports anime, yet this is a mistake. Ping Pong the Animation is indeed an action-packed 11-episode animated series that makes us wish we were better at ping pong!

MyAnimeList Score: 8.62

Year of Release: 2014

Studio: Tatsunoko Production

Genres: Sport, Drama

Episodes: 11

In 1955, numerous young men were sent to Shounan Special Reform Institution, a weird reform school. Despite the name "school," this establishment resembles a jail, and THEY are compelled to share a cell.

Fortunately, one of the convicts, Rokurouta Sakuragi, has grown used to this difficult existence and takes outsiders under his wing. The kids pledge to work together to escape this bizarre horror and eventually meet beneath the lovely Japanese sky. However, obtaining that aim will not be simple since certain guards and reform employees yearn for the adolescents to break, even if it means death.

Rainbow: Nisha Rokubou no Shichinin is among the greatest instances we can think of of a survival anime. Despite its genuine emotion, fantastic animation, profound levels of story development, and truly inspirational narrative, it is an extremely underrated series. Fortunately, since it ranks extremely high on this list, we hope Rainbow: Nisha Rokubou no Shichinin grabs your attention and compels you to get on this emotional roller coaster as quickly as humanly possible!

MyAnimeList Score: 8.5/10

Year of Release: 2010

Studio: Madhouse

Genres: Suspense, Drama

Episodes: 26

Due to his father, Makoto Edamura has had a particularly awful run of luck. Makoto was imprisoned for a lengthy period at a young age, so when he was freed, there were almost no opportunities available for an ex-con. Makoto had become a master manipulator as a result of being forced to deceive to survive... or so he believed until the tables were turned during a typical money-grabbing ploy.

Makoto meets a fellow swindler called Laurent Thierry, who intends to use the young man's abilities in a large operation. Can Makoto demonstrate that his abilities are genuine, or will he again find himself penniless?

Great Pretender is, without a doubt, the most undervalued anime in recent memory. We have practically no issues with Great Pretender, which has a wonderful soundtrack, stunning animation/art, and an ensemble cast that are equal parts endearing and absurd. The Great Pretender is a series that we continue to discuss because it exemplifies how wonderful anime can be. You can now watch the full series on Netflix, so after you've finished my Top 10 list, fire up Netflix and hit play!

MyAnimeList Score: 8.28

Year of Release: 2020

Studio: WIT Studio

Genres: Mystery, Comedy, Adventure, Action

Episodes: 23

To combat crime more quickly and effectively, the Mizuhanome System was invented. It enabled officers to track down criminals using unusual wavelengths not visible to the naked eye. To utilize the technology, a particular person must enter the brain of a terrorist and use the realm inside to discern the offender's motivations, whereabouts, and likely next assault.

Then comes Akihito Narihisago, who jumps in with the Mizuhanome System as he takes on the persona of Sakaido, the "Brilliant Detective." Those who employ the Mizuhanome System may combat crime by using Sakaido's abilities… but at what cost?

While most mystery anime may be rather predictable, ID: INVADED shocked us with a novel concept that adds to the mystery's mystique. Just when you believe you've nailed the perp with Sakiado, you find that a killer's world is anything but easy. ID: INVADED is one of the most underrated crime-themed anime, and it deserves to be included on our list of the Top 10 Most Underappreciated Anime.

MyAnimeList Score: 7.86/10

Year of Release: 2020

Studio: NAZ

Genres: Sci-fi, Mystery

Episodes: 13

Akira Fudou was never portrayed as a tough adolescent and is generally a frail guy. Notwithstanding this, Akira does not loathe his life and retains a few pals. One of those pals, Ryou Asuka, requests Akira's assistance in pursuing a weird lead involving demon-like monsters known as devils.

To assist his buddy, Akira joins Ryou at an evil cult where demons manifest and begin possessing the partygoers. Akira is one of the few people cursed and now housing a strong demon inside himself; Akira will never again be viewed as the wimp he once was. Unfortunately, Akira's life may be about to experience a significant upheaval that will permanently alter the formerly tranquil existence he used to have.

Devilman: Crybaby is, without a doubt, one of the greatest Netflix anime releases we've seen at Honey's Anime. With some distinctive art/animation and a genuinely adult story—be prepared for plenty of violence and gore -Devilman: Crybaby is a story you cannot afford to miss. The complete ten-episode anime is still available on Netflix, so if you're a subscription, you should watch it immediately!

MyAnimeList Score: 7.78/10

Year of Release: 2018

Studio: Science SARU

Genres: Supernatural, Horror, Action

Episodes: 10

Haruhiro and a group of other strangers awake in a strange tower with no memory of their arrival. Following the opening of their temporary jail, the diverse men and women immediately discover they have arrived in a completely strange place to their hazy recollections.

To survive in this different world, Haruhiro joins forces with a few more inmates, and they attempt to exist by slaying monsters and collecting just enough currency to avoid starvation. This universe is undoubtedly mysterious, though one thing is clear. Haruhiro must develop talent and bravery if he is to survive unless he chooses to follow in the footsteps of the dead.

Most isekai have a very straightforward structure; the protagonist either dies or is called to a fantasy realm to become a superhero. Grimgar: Ashes and Illusions eschew many of these cliches instead of immersing the protagonists — and spectators — in a mysterious realm where many questions are raised, but few are addressed. Grimgar: Ashes and Illusions are perhaps one of the few isekai that goes unmentioned and causes us anguish. If you're looking for an isekai that's doing things in a new way and has an amazing cast and wonderful animation, you're going to adore Grimgar even more than we do.

MyAnimeList Score: 7.66/10

Year of Release: 2016

Studio: A1 Pictures

Genres: Fantasy, Drama, Adventure, Action

Episodes: 12

Ichirou Inuyashiki, 58, has allowed reality to wrinkle him more than others despite his old appearance. Ichirou wanes closer to his death with each passing day as family and job worries pile upon his shoulders. After a doctor's visit confirms that Ichirou's death is imminent, he takes his lone companion—a tiny puppy he adopts—for a stroll to express his grief to the skies. Ichirou is murdered by a spacecraft that crashes onto the Earth as he regrets his life.

To avoid any complications that could arise from a person's unexpected death, the aliens resuscitate Ichirou, but his flesh is no longer how he was used to. Heavily armed with weapons and enhanced robotic powers, Ichirou will have to utilize his newfound ability to defend others and put an end to a threat who was also granted his newfound "gift."

Inuyashiki: Last Hero, from the creators of Gantz, is a series that received little notice upon its premiere in 2017. Inuyashiki is a heartwarming anime that will continually put your faith in humankind to the test and make you rethink what it means to live. Despite being primarily a science fiction series, Inuyashiki serves as a reminder to us all that one's view of life may vary significantly from individual to individual. What does it take to be a hero, and how, if you could, would you alter the world? Inuyashiki: Last Hero delves into these issues in an 11-part series that every otaku should see!

MyAnimeList Score: 7.66/10

Year of Release: 2017

Studio: MAPPA

Genres: Sci-fi, Drama, Action

Episodes: 11

Kansai is a busy metropolis that exudes perfection, far from reality. Behind the scenes of this incredible futuristic metropolis lurks a menace in the shape of Akudama, violent and lethal outlaws. To make things worse, the Kansai government is concealing countless mysteries, which one young lady is about to discover for herself. After being mistakenly identified as an Akudama, a regular lady becomes one of the city's most sought-after dangers and must now withstand not only her new friends but also the realities of this ostensibly ideal metropolis.

Evil seems to be a straightforward term to use when referring to someone who has been declared a criminal. However, as you will shortly discover, evil is not a monochrome concept in the context of Akudama Drive. We enjoyed Akudama Drive's sci-fi action but also were engrossed in the various human dimensions it incorporates. If you like action-packed thrillers and are looking for a genuinely remarkable anime, you will adore Akudama Drive even more than we do.

MyAnimeList Score: 7.64/10

Year of Release: 2020

Studio: Studio Pierrot

Genres: Sci-fi, Action

Episodes: 12

A kind of tremendous magic known as Onmyoudou existed long ago, and only a select few were deemed masters. As time passed, this once-legendary magic became more simplified, enabling most people to use it in daily life. Unfortunately, some people still cannot effectively wield Onmyoudou magic, as with Harutora Tsuchimikado. To compound problems, Harutora is tasked with securing Natsume, a strong girl who also happens to be a childhood friend. Nonetheless, when a mysterious occurrence threatens his friend's life, Harutora joins the conflict, fully aware of the possibility of death.

Tokyo Ravens is a rare anime that makes people raise their eyebrows and wonder what a Tokyo Raven is. Unfortunately, Tokyo Ravens did not get much attention or popularity upon its premiere in 2013, but that does not imply it was a bad anime. We adored the otherworldly combat and were equally taken aback by the story's conclusion. Tokyo Ravens is an incredible animation that deserves more exposure.

MyAnimeList Score: 7.46/10

Year of Release: 2013

Studio: 8bit

Genres: Supernatural, Romance, Comedy, Action

Episodes: 24

Kimimaro Yoga discovered that surviving without money is a genuinely difficult challenge as a young uni student. Despite this, Yoga persists in attempting to live despite others around him benefitting from what seems to be divinely bestowed luck.

Yoga's life changes dramatically, though, when a mysterious stranger approaches and hands him a ticket that would enable him to earn money and live the way he wants. Regrettably, this requires visiting a parallel universe where individuals like Yoga are forced to wager their lives in bizarre conflicts. You will get wealth if you win. If you lose, your life will rapidly deteriorate and plunge into a pit that will shortly become hell.

Money is the source of all evil, and no anime better illustrates this than C: Control - The Money and Soul of Possibility. Despite its almost shounen-like appearance, C: Control has often wowed us with its examination of the rich vs. poor and greed vs. meek existence. We appreciate how C: Control puts such topics front and center while entertaining and thrilling, owing to incredible action sequences and a compelling plot. C: Control - The Money and Soul of Possibility is certainly worth a look, and maybe someday it will rise from its current obscurity!

MyAnimeList Score: 7.2/10

Year of Release: 2011

Studio: Tatsunoko Production

Genres: Suspense, Mystery, Action

Episodes: 11