The Future Diary
7.4
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8 Anime Like The Future Diary

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BTOOOM!
7.3
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BTOOOM!

7.26|12 eps|Action, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreHigh Stakes Game

In a life of monotony, Ryouta Sakamoto finds solace in his online gaming prowess, particularly in the popular game Btooom!. However, his routine is disrupted when he awakens on a mysterious island, with a cryptic crystal embedded in his hand and no recollection of how he arrived. As he struggles to comprehend his surroundings, Ryouta discovers that the game he knows so well has been brought to life, with the ultimate prize being survival. Equipped with an arsenal of deadly bombs, the stranded gamers must eliminate seven opponents and claim their crystals to escape the island. Initially repulsed by the notion of violence, Ryouta is forced to adapt when he realizes that his fellow players are not as innocent as they seem. Joining forces with Himiko, a fellow Btooom! enthusiast, Ryouta and his new ally embark on a perilous quest to uncover the truth behind this deadly game and find a way off the island.

Deadman Wonderland
7.1
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Deadman Wonderland

7.13|12 eps|Action, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Similar:ActionSupernaturalSuspenseGore

In a bizarre twist of fate, Ganta Igarashi's ordinary school day turns into a descent into chaos when his classmates are brutally slaughtered by a sinister figure in red. As the sole survivor, Ganta is wrongly accused and condemned to death, only to be sent to the very prison he was initially scheduled to visit – Deadman Wonderland, a twisted amusement park where inmates perform death-defying stunts for the morbidly curious. Ganta's survival depends on his ability to win the prison's deadly games, a gruesome spectacle that keeps his life tethered to the lethal collar around his neck. Amidst the sadistic atmosphere, he must navigate a complex web of alliances and rivalries with the enigmatic inmates, all while desperately seeking the elusive "Red Man" who holds the key to his redemption. As Ganta fights to clear his name and unravel the mysteries of Deadman Wonderland, he's forced to confront the blurred lines between friend and foe in a world where the stakes are always deadly and the games are always rigged. Can he outwit the prison's sinister forces and uncover the truth behind his classmates' brutal slaughter, or will he succumb to the relentless pressure of the deadly games?

Attack on Titan Season 2
8.5
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Attack on Titan Season 2

8.54|12 eps|Action, Drama, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreSurvival

In a world where humanity has long been under siege by the monstrous Titans, a fragile peace was maintained behind the three walls of Maria, Rose, and Sheena. But when the Colossal Titan and Armored Titan suddenly appear, shattering Wall Maria and sending humanity into disarray, the very fabric of their existence is torn asunder. As the survivors flee to the relative safety of Wall Rose, they are confronted with an unsettling reality: the Titans are not the only threat to their survival. Eren Yeager and his fellow cadets of the 104th Training Corps, now full-fledged members of the Survey Corps, must confront the darkness within their own ranks as they prepare to face the Titans once more. As the Corps scrambles to repel the invasion of Wall Rose, they uncover disturbing secrets about the Titans and their own comrades, forcing them to question everything they thought they knew about their desperate struggle for survival. With the stakes higher than ever, Eren and his friends must navigate the treacherous landscape of war, deception, and betrayal to uncover the truth behind the Titans' relentless assault and the sinister forces driving it. As the battle for humanity's future rages on, the Survey Corps must confront the ultimate question: will they be able to overcome their own demons to save the world from the abyss?

Darwin's Game
7.2
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Darwin's Game

7.20|11 eps|Action, Mystery, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseHigh Stakes GameSurvival

In a world where technology and reality blur, high school student Kaname Sudou's life takes a drastic turn when he receives an enigmatic invitation to play Darwin's Game, a mysterious mobile app he's never heard of. As he delves deeper into the game, a serpentine creature bursts forth from his phone screen, injecting him with a strange energy that leaves him disoriented and confused. With the school dismissing the incident as a hallucination, Kaname tries to shake off the bizarre experience, but his curiosity eventually gets the better of him. When he reopens the app, he's initially relieved to find it resembles a typical battle game. However, his relief is short-lived as his in-game opponent suddenly materializes in the real world, hell-bent on hunting him down with a deadly knife. Forced to flee for his life, Kaname's perception of reality begins to unravel as he grasps the horrifying truth: Darwin's Game is not a game at all, but a ruthless fight for survival where the stakes are his very life.

Attack on Titan Season 3
8.6
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Attack on Titan Season 3

8.64|12 eps|Action, Drama, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreSurvival

In a world where humanity is confined within the last two remaining walls, the threat of the Titans looms large. Despite ongoing efforts to eradicate these monstrous creatures, a new danger emerges from within: the humans who seek to exploit the power of the Titans for their own gain. Eren Yaeger, still reeling from his harrowing experience, dedicates himself to mastering his Titan form. Meanwhile, Krista Lenz grapples with the loss of her friend, and Captain Levi assembles a new squad comprising Eren and his friends. As the Survey Corps celebrates their victories, the government suddenly demands custody of Eren and Krista, sparking a desperate game of cat and mouse. A mysterious figure from Levi's past is dispatched to capture the wanted soldiers, forcing him and his team to evade their pursuers and protect their comrades. As Eren and his companions fight for their lives against the Titans, they must also confront the sinister forces within their own ranks. The battle for survival becomes a fight against humanity's darker impulses, threatening to destroy the fragile peace they've forged.

Attack on Titan: Final Season Part 2
8.8
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Attack on Titan: Final Season Part 2

8.77|12 eps|Action, Drama, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreSurvival

As the ancient war between Marley and Eldia reaches a boiling point, Eren Yeager's desperation for a solution propels him down a catastrophic path. Under the guidance of the enigmatic Zeke, the Beast Titan, Eren's actions become increasingly erratic and ruthless, leaving his former allies and enemies alike wondering about his true motivations. Meanwhile, Eren's past becomes a focal point, as he grapples with the weight of his family's history and the burden of his own destiny. As the conflict escalates, both Marley and Eldia unleash their full fury upon each other, with soldiers and Titans clashing in a brutal struggle for survival. Reiner Braun, determined to hold the line against Eren's forces, draws upon his own abilities, while his fellow Eldians, Falco Grice and Gabi Braun, fight to stay alive amidst the chaos. In the midst of this turmoil, Eren's childhood friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert find themselves trapped alongside their former comrades, struggling to comprehend the monster that Eren has become. Despite Eren's monstrous transformation, Mikasa and the others remain steadfast in their belief that their friend still holds a glimmer of good within him. With the hope of saving Eren's soul, they join the fray, determined to restore their friend to his former self and bring an end to the devastating conflict that threatens to consume them all.

Attack on Titan: Final Season
8.8
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Attack on Titan: Final Season

8.78|16 eps|Action, Drama, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreSurvival

As the Marleyan cadets Gabi and Falco are poised to inherit a powerful Titan and aid their nation in its crusade against the Eldians on Paradis, their lives are upended by the sudden arrival of Eren Yeager and the Survey Corps. The latter, having finally uncovered the dark secrets surrounding the Titans, now seeks to escape the confines of their world and explore the unknown beyond the walls. Meanwhile, the Marleyans are driven by a singular purpose: to eradicate the Eldians and assert their dominance. As these two forces collide, the stage is set for a climactic confrontation that will determine the fate of Paradis and the future of humanity. With the truth about the Titans finally within their grasp, the Survey Corps and the Marleyans are locked in a desperate struggle for supremacy, each side hell-bent on achieving its own agenda. The outcome of this epic clash will forever alter the course of history, and only one side can emerge victorious.

Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 2
9.1
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Attack on Titan Season 3 Part 2

9.05|10 eps|Action, Drama, Suspense
Similar:ActionSuspenseGoreSurvival

As the Survey Corps ventures into the abandoned Shiganshina District, they're met with an unsettling silence. The once-bustling town is eerily devoid of Titans, and the Corps' initial success in plugging the outer gate only raises more questions. Amidst the eerie calm, Armin's keen instincts detect a sinister undercurrent, and he uncovers disturbing clues hinting at a larger conspiracy. Eren, driven by his unyielding determination to reclaim his homeland, leads the charge alongside the Survey Corps. As they navigate the treacherous landscape, they're forced to confront the harsh realities of war and make devastating sacrifices to push forward. Meanwhile, the mysteries surrounding the Yeager family's cryptic basement continue to unravel, holding the key to unlocking the secrets of the Titans and humanity's survival. With the stakes higher than ever, Eren and the Survey Corps must confront their darkest fears and push the boundaries of human endurance to reclaim their world from the merciless Titans and uncover the truth about their own destiny.

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