Best Adventure Anime of the 2020s

Ranked by community ratings from MyAnimeList across 402 adventure titles spanning 2020–2029.

1
Madhouse · 2023 · 818,315 ratings
Audience reception is heavily divided. Some viewers praise the anime for its mature themes, emotional depth, and...
9.3
2
Studio Pierrot · 2022 · 371,254 ratings
The audience overwhelmingly celebrates Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War as a triumphant return, praising its animation,...
9
3
David Production · 2026 · 109,171 ratings
Audience opinion is sharply divided, primarily between those deeply disappointed by the anime adaptation's perceived...
9
4
Toei Animation · 2024 · 105,227 ratings
The 'One Piece Fan Letter' episode is overwhelmingly praised as a beautiful and touching tribute to the series and its...
8.9
5
MAPPA · 2023 · 467,960 ratings
Audience reception to Vinland Saga Season 2 is highly polarized. Some viewers appreciate the character development and...
8.8
6
Kinema Citrus · 2020 · 300,774 ratings
Audience reception is highly divided. Some viewers consider it a masterpiece with stunning visuals and a gripping...
8.6
7
Studio Bind · 2021 · 693,307 ratings
Mushoku Tensei Part 2 is a visually impressive isekai anime with a controversial protagonist. While some appreciate the...
8.6
8
Trigger · 2024 · 288,958 ratings
Dungeon Meshi is a well-received anime praised for its unique blend of dungeon crawling and cooking, innovative...
8.6
9
A-1 Pictures · 2025 · 474,690 ratings
Audience opinions are significantly polarized. While some viewers enjoy the spectacle and action, many criticize the...
8.6
10
Studio Bind · 2026 · 127,556 ratings
The audience is significantly polarized, with strong opinions on both sides. While many praise the show's deep...
8.6
11
B.CMAY PICTURES · 2021 · 34,597 ratings
The final season of Mo Dao Zu Shi is met with mixed feelings. While the series is praised for its art, characters, and...
8.5
12
Wit Studio · 2021 · 394,118 ratings
Ousama Ranking garnered a strong initial positive response due to its charming art style and emotionally engaging story...
8.5
13
TMS Entertainment · 2025 · 100,653 ratings
Audience reception is mixed, with some praising the season's evolution, tension, and character development, while...
8.5
14
Geno Studio · 2020 · 97,246 ratings
The audience consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with many considering Golden Kamuy one of the best anime series....
8.4
15
Red Dog Culture House · 2023 · 24,393 ratings
The second season of Tian Guan Cifu is a visually appealing and emotionally engaging continuation of the first, though...
8.4
16
Brain's Base · 2021 · 419,587 ratings
Fumetsu no Anata e starts with a strong emotional core and a unique premise, but the story suffers from repetitive arcs...
8.3
17
Sharefun Studio · 2021 · 45,680 ratings
The audience generally enjoys 'Wu Liuqi: Xuanwu Guo Pian,' praising its blend of action and comedy, well-developed...
8.3
18
Drive · 2024 · 231,779 ratings
The audience generally enjoys KonoSuba! 3, praising its humor and character development, particularly Darkness's arc....
8.3
19
Wit Studio · 2020 · 354,370 ratings
Great Pretender starts strong with its visual appeal and engaging heists, but many viewers find the ending and plot...
8.2
20
CoMix Wave Films · 2022 · 293,432 ratings
Audience reception for Suzume no Tojimari is noticeably divided, primarily centering on its narrative and thematic...
8.2