Add as a preferred source on Google
The Last of Us became one of the greatest video games ever upon its release in 2013. The gaming industry rarely ever experienced such a post-apocalyptic video game where everything was picture perfect. After a decade of its release, HBO released the live adaptation of The Last of Us. Before its release, most of the releases in video game and anime live adaptations genre failed miserably. However, The Last of Us broke those shackles and became a critically hit series. It is a fantastic series and if people want to experience post-apocalyptic anime that has a great plot, like The Last of Us, here is a list for them.
1. Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Animation Studio: WIT Studio
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll, Prime Video
- Japanese Name: Kotetsujou no Kabaneri
Like The Last of Us, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress also brings forth a mysterious virus that turns humans into corpses. The only way to kill these corpses, known as Kabane, is by severing their heads or piercing their heart, which are protected by an iron layer. The event takes place during the Industrial Revolution on the island of Hinomoto. It follows the story of Ikoma, who develops a deadly weapon that he can use against Kabane one day. Unbeknownst to him, his opportunity will arrive far sooner than he ever imagined…
2. Heavenly Delusion
- Number of Episodes: 13
- Animation Studio: Production I.G
- Where to Watch: Hulu
- Japanese Name: Tengoku Daimakyo
After the modern world was destroyed fifteen years ago, several children were sent to a facility to stay away from the ravaged outside world. However, one day, as they become self-aware, some of them find out about the world outside the facility, and their curiosity grows slowly.
We follow two teens, Maru and Kiruko, who travel through the outside world, killing the thieves and man-eaters. Kiruko is tasked with guarding Maru through the journey, who is in search of a place called Heaven, which might not even exist. The post-apocalyptic world of Heavenly Delusion does a great job of constantly narrating between heaven and hell on Earth.
3. The Promised Neverland
- Number of Episodes: 23
- Animation Studio: CloverWorks
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
- Japanese Name: Yakusoku no Nebarando
The Promised Neverland follows the story of Emma, Norman, and Ray, who live in an orphanage along with several other children and “mother” Isabella. The story takes place in 2045, 1000 years after an agreement called “The Promise,” which was used to put an end to the ongoing war. While the children enjoy their stay at the orphanage, they are not allowed to leave the perimeter of the household.
They seemed to enjoy their lives, but everything changed when Emma and Norman found out that they were being raised/kept there for some other purpose. They plan to take a few of the children, leaving the young ones behind, as they embark on their journey. However, the road ahead of them is not easy, as the outside world is filled with demons.
4. Attack on Titan
- Number of Episodes: 94
- Animation Studio: WIT Studio (S1-S3), MAPPA (S4)
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
- Japanese Name: Shingeki no Kyojin
Attack on Titan has become one of the most celebrated anime in the industry’s history. Following the life of Eren Jaeger, the anime has got everything, along with great character depths, with an equally gripping plot.
Humanity has been living within closed walls for decades to protect itself from the giant man-eating creatures called Titans. However, one day, a Colossal Titan broke through the wall, reigniting the war for survival. Eren suffers a heavy personal loss during this incident and vows to kill every one of those creatures. With that motive in mind, he and his friends, Mikasa and Armin, join the Survey Corps to fight against this peril.
Also Read: 5 Anime You Didn’t Know Are Based on Video Games like DMC
5. High School of the Dead
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Animation Studio: Madhouse
- Where to Watch: Hulu
- Japanese Name: Gakuen Mokushiroku Haisukuru obu za Deddo
High School of the Dead revolves around a bunch of high school students and the school nurse, who find themselves in the midst of a deadly pandemic that turns humans into zombies. With no one to protect them, the students take up arms and defend themselves from zombies as they explore the town, going from house to house to find any survivors.
Moreover, they also look for their family members amidst fighting other dangerous survivors and the infected people. With so much pressure on them, their mental strength also takes a hit. Even though the anime has a bit of an ecchi side, it is a great anime in this genre.
6. Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Animation Studio: Bug Films
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
- Japanese Name: Zonbi ni Naru Made ni Shitai 100 no Koto
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is about Akira Tendo, who is fed up with his daily boring life as an office worker. However, he finds his true self when a zombie outbreak happens. He made a bucket list of things he wanted to do, and amidst the zombie-infested Japan, he embarks on a journey to fulfill all of them before turning into a zombie himself. He is joined by his friends, Kencho, Shizuka, and Beatrix, who also have desires they want to fulfill. During their journey, they meet survivors and form alliances, all while exploring life with a new perspective.
7. Deca-Dence
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Animation Studio: NUT
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
- Japanese Name: NA
Deca-Dence takes place during the latter half of the 2400s, with the emergence of a new life form called Gadoll, threatening humankind to their extinction. Also, it is difficult to venture outside due to increased air pollution. The elite fighters called Gears fight on the frontlines, while most Tankers(humans) support from below to combat Gadoll.
As a means of carrying out daily tasks, large corporations develop cyborgs. With the humans under the management of Solid Quake Corporation, the cyborgs experience adventure by remotely piloting human avatars(Gears) under Deca-Dence, which is a massive mobile fortress. Natsume is a lowly Tanker girl in the dome, longing to become a great warrior after her father’s death. Assigned to Kaburagi, who soon discovers that Natsume is listed as dead by the company and secretly trains her while keeping her under observation.
Priyanko is currently pursuing his Master’s in Economics. He loves to read manga or watch anime in his spare time. He is a massive fan of One Piece, Naruto, and Haikyu. Amidst the Great Pirating Era, he wishes to become the greatest Hokage, even though he is short.
Leave a Reply