Little Busters!

The last place in the list of the top 10 best baseball anime of all time is "Little Busters!" a Japanese visual novel turned anime series developed by Key and adapted by J.C. Staff. While it primarily falls into the slice-of-life and drama genres, it also incorporates elements of sports, friendship, and psychological storytelling.

The story follows Riki Naoe, a high school student who, along with his group of friends, forms a baseball team called the "Little Busters." The team was established to help their friend, Kyousuke Natsume, fulfill his childhood dream of playing baseball together. As they practice and compete, they also navigate the ups and downs of their personal lives, including facing past traumas and insecurities.

While baseball serves as a backdrop for the story, it's the characters' growth and the mysteries surrounding their pasts that drive the narrative. "Little Busters!" offers a blend of heartwarming moments and thought-provoking storytelling, making it a must-watch for fans of character-driven anime.

Studios: J.C.Staff
Source: Visual novel
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Supernatural, sports
Theme: School, Sports