TOP BEST ACTION ANIME
1. The God of High School
"The God of High School" is a fast-paced martial arts anime that grabs your attention from the very first punch. Based on the popular South Korean webtoon by Yongje Park, the series follows Jin Mori, a high schooler and taekwondo prodigy who enters a tournament where the winner gets anything they desire. But there’s more to this competition than meets the eye.
Genre: Action, Dark Fantasy, Supernatural
Studio: MAPPA | Episodes: 13
"If you're more into jaw-dropping action than deep storytelling, I highly recommend this anime — it's a non-stop adrenaline rush from start to finish."
2. Hell’s Paradise (Jigokuraku)
A dark, violent anime that throws criminals into a deadly survival game on a mysterious island. Gabimaru, a powerful ninja, must fight monsters, killers, and the island itself to earn his freedom. The action is intense, the battles are brutal, and the animation is top-tier.
Genre: Action, Dark Fantasy, Supernatural
Studio: MAPPA
Episodes: 13
If you're more into savage fights than deep storylines, Hell’s Paradise delivers raw action with style.
3. Mob Psycho 100
Mob Psycho 100 follows Shigeo “Mob” Kageyama, a quiet middle-schooler with insane psychic powers. Though he tries to live a normal life, emotional stress pushes him to explosive psychic outbursts — and when that happens, nothing can stop him.
This anime blends jaw-dropping psychic battles with a unique animation style and surprising emotional depth. The fight scenes are wild, colorful, and full of energy, making every episode a visual spectacle.
Genre: Action, Supernatural, Comedy
Studio: Bones
Episodes: 37 (3 Seasons)
If you love creative, over-the-top action with heart, Mob Psycho 100 is a must-watch.
4. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a gritty, high-speed ride through a futuristic world where body mods and violence rule the streets. It follows David Martinez, a street kid who turns into an “edgerunner” — an outlaw mercenary — to survive in Night City.
The anime delivers fast-paced gunfights, intense cyber-enhanced combat, and striking visuals that only Studio Trigger can pull off. Every episode is loaded with adrenaline and heartbreak.
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Cyberpunk
Studio: Studio Trigger
Episodes: 10
Based on: Cyberpunk 2077 (Video Game)
If you want stylish, brutal action with raw emotion, Edgerunners is a must-watch.
5. Soul Eater
Soul Eater takes place at Death Weapon Meister Academy, where students train to hunt evil souls and witches. Each pair consists of a Meister and their Weapon, a human who can transform into a deadly weapon. The main duo, Maka Albarn and Soul, aim to collect 99 evil souls and one witch to turn Soul into a Death Scythe.
The anime is known for its stylish combat, gothic visuals, and crazy, high-energy fights. With creative powers and wild enemies, every battle feels unique and intense.
Genre: Action, Supernatural, Dark Fantasy
Studio: Bones
Episodes: 51
If you love flashy animation and nonstop supernatural brawls, Soul Eater is made for you.
That wraps up our list of the top action anime to watch in 2025! Whether you're here for the fights, the powers, or just pure hype — these titles won’t disappoint.
Which one are you watching first? Let us know in the comments!