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It's been some time sine the GameCube moved past obsolescence. It's officially a retro system, and while it makes a compelling argument that we may or may not be getting old, there's no denying Nintendo's first foray into disc-based gaming brought us some of the best games ever created, including the Metroid Prime series.There's no GameCube Classic (yet?), so to play these, you'll need to either dig out your original GameCube or dust off your Nintendo Wii. Since the Wii has component-out, it's arguably the better way to play on modern televisions, especially given the exorbitant price of the GameCube official component cables.This is our definitive, set-in-stone guide to the best GameCube games of all time. The list was originally put together by IGN's GameCube team and written by Matt Casamassina and Mark Bozon.
The 25 Best Nintendo GameCube Games
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25: Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes
Release Date: March 9, 2004 ● Developer: Silicon Knights, Konami Computer Entertainment Japan ● Check out our Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes WikiAfter years of watching the Playstation crowd getting game after game, GCN owners were treated to a beautifully-crafted remake of one of the greatest games in our industry's history. As a joint collaboration between Nintendo, Silicon Knights, and publisher Konami, Snake was given a second life on Nintendo's consoles, including new story elements and weapons, as well as an immersive first-person mode. Aside from being a much-needed addition to the mature-rated games on GameCube, Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes showed that Konami still had faith in the console, as it became one of the top cult classic titles on the system, and paved the way for Snake's appearance in the highly anticipated Smash Bros. Brawl for Wii.
24: Donkey Kong Jungle Beat
Release Date: March 14, 2005 ● Developer: Nintendo EAD Tokyo ● Check out our Donkey Kong Jungle Beat WikiWe may not have gotten a traditional Donkey Kong game to go with Super Mario Sunshine on the ole GameCube, but the crazy ape himself did make quite a few appearances on the console in the form of a couple bongo-based titles that helped set the console apart from its competitors. Along with Donkey Konga, DK Jungle Beat came packaged with a set of bongos, and while the gameplay was anything but traditional, it was an impressive product with a ton of appeal towards the casual and hardcore crowd alike. With all actions in the game assigned to two gigantic buttons, DK Jungle Beat was a sign of things to come from Nintendo, with simplicity being the key ingredient to innovative and inviting gameplay.23: Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean
Release Date: November 16, 2004 ● Developers: Monolith Soft, tri-Crescendo ● Check out our Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost OceanIf you were a die-hard, chances are you felt at least a little left out on GameCube. In fact, if it wasn't for a few essential titles such as Skies of Arcadia, Tales of Symphonia, and Baten Kaitos the console would be void of any true RPGs for fans to sink their teeth into. Fortunately Namco supplied not just one, but two Baten Kaitos games for GameCube, each with a captivating story, intriguing card-based battle system, beautiful music, and an impressive art style. Baten Kaitos may have been one of the only role-playing games on Nintendo's purple little box, but it was a success never-the-less, delivering a Cube-exclusive franchise that hardcore gamers could get behind.22: Battalion Wars
Release Date: September 19, 2005 ● Developer: Kuju Entertainment ● Check out our Battalion Wars WikiThe Game Boy Advance had Advance Wars, and GameCube owners have Battalion Wars. Following in its portable predecessor's footsteps, Battalion Wars hit GameCube in a stylistic and tongue-in-cheek fashion, only to have its overall sales climb to an unimpressive point. Despite sales, the game has lived on from support of Nintendo's more hardcore fan base, allowing for a Wii sequel later this year. The game combines action and strategy with the classic style of the Advance Wars series, dropping gamers into a world that lends itself to the hit series Pikmin (if each of the critters rampaged through war-torn terrain with bazookas and automatic rifles). While Fire Emblem retained its similar gameplay mechanic on Cube, embracing only a more mature look, Battalion wars delivered the exact opposite, evolving the franchise on GameCube and beyond.21: Super Monkey Ball 2
Release Date: August 25, 2002 ● Developer: Amusement Vision ● Check out our Super Monkey Ball 2 WikiIn a move of pure genius, SEGA put a monkey in a freakin' ball; not once, but twice on GameCube with similar results (we won't count Super Monkey Ball Adventure… pure evil it is). What more can really be said? The Monkey Ball franchise is awesome. One part monkey, one part ball, Monkey Ball is yet another title that showed off the simple side of gaming, as it required only an analog stick, a beer helmet with cans of Mountain Dew on either side, and those surgical tools used to keep your eyes from blinking. SEGA took everything we loved from the first game, added a ton of new mini-games and a whole new story mode. Monkey Ball is an amazing party game, and an even better old-school throwback to the Marble Madness series.20: Killer7
Release Date: July 7, 2005 ● Developer: Grasshopper Manufacture ● Check out our Killer7 WikiIt may not have reviewed the highest across the industry, but Killer 7 is one of those games that simply needs to be remembered. Regardless of how some may view the gameplay, Killer 7 has amazing style, and is one of the only true original designs in a long time. Every collection that attempts to call itself diverse simply needs to include Killer 7 as it brings forth some truly unconventional - but amazingly entertaining - gameplay elements. For some reason this gem of a Cube title has been given a bad rap, and it is high time that changes. Killer 7 is well worth any mature gamers' cash and time. It's creepy, it's stylized, and it's a true vision.19: Timesplitters 2
Release Date: October 16, 2002 ● Developer: Free Radical Design ● Check out our Timesplitters 2While Goldeneye will forever be known as the FPS that changed the world, we haven't really seen that many classics since the 1997 blockbuster from Rare. But UK studio Free Radical Design, which employs members of the original Goldeneye team, has definitely filled the void. TimeSplitters 2 retains a ton of the look, feel, and pure soul of Goldeneye and adds updated visuals and untamed speed. Most of the guns and gameplay elements are taken right from 007, making TimeSplitters 2 the unofficial heir to the series. Aside from being inspired by a legendary shooter, TimeSplitters offers a ton of game options, full story mode, and even a level creator. Definitely one of the must-have shooters on GameCube.18: Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader
Release Date: November 18, 2001 ● Developers: Factor 5, LucasArts ● Check out our Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader WikiIt was one of the top launch titles on the system, and still remains to be one of the best games to grace the GameCube, period. Star Wars Rouge Squadron II: Rouge Leader brought an amazing presentation, beautiful visuals, solid gameplay, and an overall precense to the GameCube that was absolutely essential during its opening months, and has gone on to remain one of the more true Star Wars titles out there along with the X-Wing vs. Tie Fighter series and Shadows of the Empire for Nintendo 64. We said it during our original review for the game six years ago, and we'll say it again; without a doubt, it's one of the most amazing games on the platform.17: Viewtiful Joe
Release Date: October 7, 2003 ● Developer: Capcom Production Studio 4 ● Check out our Viewtiful Joe WikiIf there is any company that deserves the VIP for GameCube's lifespan, it's Capcom. Having delivered Resident Evil, Resident Evil 4, Killer 7, MegaMan Anniversary, MegaMan X Collection, and Viewtiful Joe, Capcom could practically make a Top 20 on its own. Viewtiful Joe hits our list for being a true vision in design, and a total blast to play. The style goes hand-in-hand with Killer 7, as it dares to be as different as possible while still being amazingly entertaining along the way. Multiple sequels have spawned from the original, including PS2 versions of Viewtiful Joe 2 and Red Hot Rumble, Cube versions of those mentioned as well, and an original DS game. When looking at the franchise as a whole, it is the original Viewtiful Joe that caught us by surprise, proving that side-scrollers still have a place in next-gen gaming.16: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
Release Date: October 11, 2004 ● Developer: Intelligent Systems ● Check out our Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door WikiBefore Paper Mario for Cube, there was Paper Mario for N64. Before the days of N64, there was Super Mario RPG. The Mario RPG franchise has been going on for quite some time, even now making appearances on the DS and GBA in the Mario & Luigi franchise, and extending into the world of Super Paper Mario on Wii. However, this was another one of those 'I'll get it later' games for a lot of people, releasing in October of 2004, smack-dab in the middle of the yearly gaming rush. As a still steadily-growing franchise, Paper Mario is one of the most gamer-friendly role playing games out there. Its amazing sense of style shows that Nintendo practices what they preach about innovative games, which has become a staple in the company's future.15: Metroid Prime 2 Echoes
Release Date: November 15, 2004 ● Developers: Retro Studios, Nintendo ● Check out our Metroid Prime 2 Echoes WikiThere may only be 25 positions to fill, but the Metroid franchise has managed to take up two of them. It wasn't long after gamers fell in love with the 3D vision of Metroid Prime, that Nintendo announced its sequel. Metroid Prime 2 continues the story of the previous game, offering players a chance to battle an evil version of Samus Aran in her second first-person adventure title for Cube. If you haven't caught up with the latest in the Metroid series, now is the time. Metroid Prime 3 is hitting Wii later this year, which leaves only a few months for any Nintendo slackers out there to get cracking. Offering a new story, stunning visuals, and multiplayer support, Metroid Prime 2 easily makes our list of the Top 25 GameCube Games of All Time.14: Soulcalibur 2
Release Date: July 5, 2002 ● Developer: Project Soul ● Check out our Soulcalibur 2 WikiEvery good collection needs a solid fighting game, and we can't think of a better fighter to add to our own Top 25 than Namco's Soulcalibur II. In most gamer's minds, SCII is the gem of the series. Releasing on all three systems, the title had a golden year in 2003-2004. Each version includes a specific character, and no other version sold as well as the Cube package, offering good ole' Link as the headlining character. Where did the franchise go after that? For some odd reason ($), the series made ($) its way over to the PS2 ($). Makes sense, right? After all, it sold the best on ($) the Cube, so why not bring it to ($) PS2 instead? All joking aside, fans can't complain too much. After all, the GCN got the best version anyways, and nobody can take that away now. It's a sweet little package, and well worth the price. Maybe Namco will give the series a much-needed return on Wii. In the meantime, pick this game up and cherish it.13: Resident Evil
Release Date: April 30, 2002 ● Developer: Capcom ● Check out our Resident Evil WikiWhile Resident Evil 4 may be one of the best games of all time, the remake of Resident Evil for GameCube is by far one of the scariest in the business. Resident Evil works as a remake of sorts to the original Playstation version, though a ton of content has been added. Graphically, Resident Evil could still stand with the best of this (and next) generation, as it offers amazingly spooky visuals, and an even better audio presentation. In fact, Resident Evil is the first game we've ever played that kept us up at night, and while it may not have the solid over-the-shoulder control that RE4 has, it is far more scary.12: Beyond Good & Evil
Release Date: December 11, 2003 ● Developer: Ubisoft Pictures ● Check out our Beyond Good & Evil WikiYet another amazing vision of design, Beyond Good & Evil is an original property designed by Michel Ancel, creator of Rayman, and lead player in such titles as King Kong, and Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. Beyond Good & Evil is a total sleeper classic offering gameplay strikingly similar to Zelda, but in a world (and design) all its own. Shortly after its initial release, the game dropped to $10 and then slowly began to rise again once production went up. This is one of those games players will forget to grab, and then make a mad rush for on E-bay years later. Why not pick it up now, enjoy the hell out of it, and then mock those who didn't later? Sounds good to us! Beyond Good & Evil is, without a doubt, one of the best games on GameCube.11: Animal Crossing
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April 14, 2001 ● Developers: Nintendo EAD, Nintendo EPD ● Check out our Animal Crossing WikiBefore there was the insanity that was Animal Crossing DS, there was the Cube. Originally a N64 game, Animal Crossing made its American debut in late 2002, and gamers had no idea what hit them. By far one of the most addicting games on the Cube, Animal Crossing offers players a true real-time RPG which continues to play even after you turn off your GCN and head to school, bed, or Aunt Edna's house. The Animal Crossing craze caught on so huge in America that a DS version helped launch Nintendo's first-ever online service. While any good Nintendo fan is still busy getting every item in the handheld version, there are a few great aspects of the original title (such as the GBA island) that shouldn't be missed.10: Wave Race: Blue Storm
Release Date: November 17, 2001 ● Developer: Nintendo Software Technology ● Check out our Wave Race: Blue Storm WikiIf you've been a longtime fan of Nintendo, you most-likely remember a franchise called Wave Race. It got its humble beginnings on the original black and white Game Boy, moved over to the Nintendo 64 along with the cult classic 1080 Snowboarding, and played an integral part in the launch of the GameCube. While the Sony crowd had games like Jet Moto, Nintendo fans had what many would consider to be the best jet ski racing franchise out there (oh we know… there are so many of them), so when the game made a jump from N64 over to GameCube Nintendo loyals went crazy for it, and rightfully so. The game features a great sense of water racing, hosts some intense tricks, looks beautiful, and is simply a blast to cruise around in. This was the first time doing absolutely nothing in a game was still fun, as we've lost countless hours at the hands of the classic Dolphin Park resort. Oh little dolphins… how we miss you so. Here's hoping for a Wii sequel.9: Super Mario Sunshine
Release Date: August 26, 2002 ● Developer: Nintendo EAD ● Check out our Super Mario Sunshine WikiWhile it may not have made the same 'Wow!' impression as Mario 64 did - being the first 3D, analog controlled Mario - Super Mario Sunshine gives Nintendo fans serious 3D platforming at its finest. As Nintendo's top franchise, Mario is expected to deliver the highest quality of gaming possible, teamed with innovation and perfect gameplay. Sunshine fulfilled those expectations in nearly every way, though some gamers still have trouble getting past the game's younger presentation. In the end, however, it all comes down to gameplay for Mario, and while the leap to the Cube may not have been as huge as the N64 conversion, the stunning visuals and classic platforming make it essential to any Nintendo fan's collection.8: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Release Date: November 18, 2003 ● Developer: Ubisoft Montreal ● Check out our Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time WikiWhile there are plenty of great franchises that have made the conversion from 2D over to 3D, Prince of Persia stands out as one of the only ones able to keep the exact feel of gameplay through the conversion. Games like Metroid manage to change the way franchises are played while still keeping the magic alive, but Prince of Persia retains everything from the previous versions. Gameplay feels exactly how it did on the 2D productions, offering level design that will drive a sane gamer completely mad, and control that ensures precise platforming. Nothing in the design had to change for a near-perfect conversion, making Prince of Persia one of the best franchises to truly conquer the leap from 2D into 3D. Did we mention this is a gorgeous game?7: F-Zero GX
Release Date: August 25, 2003 ● Developer: Amusement Vision ● Check out our F-Zero GX WikiF-Zero is by far the fastest and most fearless racer on a Nintendo console to date. Releasing alongside a sit down arcade version, F-Zero GX expands on the original version, offering amazing visuals and an unparalleled sense of speed. The sheer amount of vehicle customization is nearly endless, allowing players to tweak every part of their ship, add or subtract parts to fit within weight restrictions, and even build their own racer from the ground up. For true racing fans, F-Zero will be far more appealing than Mario Kart: Double Dash.6: Pikmin 2
Release Date: August 30, 2004 ● Developer: Nintendo EAD ● Check out our Pikmin 2 WikiAh, good old Pikmin, would we dare create a list without you little guys? No sir. Pikmin, the latest vision of Nintendo Godfather Miyamoto, combines a bit of real-time strategy elements, a hint of puzzling, and a ton of hilarious little plant-creatures to create what has been a surprising, but enjoyable experience. Since Pikmin is still quite new as a franchise, it has had to earn its place. However, we can't argue with intriguing gameplay, an amazing design, and tiny plant-babies. Pikmin is a blast, and the second version is even stronger than the first. An obvious inspiration for Nintendo's Battalion Wars franchise, Pikmin hit strong on GameCube, and has earned its place among the Top 25 games of the system. Here's hoping for a Wii sequel.
5: Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem
Release Date: June 23, 2002 ● Developer: Silicon Knights ● Check out our Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem WikiEternal Darkness is one of those rare and unconventional games that defy simple genre rules. Breaking the boundaries of traditional gameplay, the title actually made you feel insane while playing it -- or tried to. Anyone who has played it understands that feeling, and anyone who has yet to pick it up is in for a treat. The adventure follows a heroic young woman as she journeys to uncover the death of her grandfather. The game enables players to control upward of 12 characters and features a compelling storyline uncommon in videogames. A surprisingly innovative thriller that's worth every penny.4: The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
Release Date: March 24, 2003 ● Developer: Nintendo EAD ● Check out our The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker WikiIt's amazing how much faith players can put in a franchise, and when that franchise continues (as we want it to), how often our vision is different from the final product. When Nintendo released The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, it was fearless. Everyone expected a mature themed adventure, and fans were split between loving and hating this vision. However, those who dove into Wind Waker found that the magic of the Zelda franchise was still there. The title boasted the same tight control mechanics and brilliant level designs that have together made Nintendo's acclaimed franchise so popular. We've excluded Twilight Princess from the Top 25 GameCube list, as it was predominantly a Wii game, releasing first on Nintendo's new console and in much, much higher numbers, though for Wii-less fans out there the one-two punch of Wind Waker and Twilight Princess propels the Zelda franchise into truly legendary status on GameCube. That being said, if included Twilight Princess would have been listed even higher on the list, as we consider it to be a true homecoming for the franchise.3: Super Smash Bros. Melee
Release Date: December 3, 2001 ● Developer: HAL Laboratory ● Check out our Super Smash Bros. Melee WikiThere's a reason why every Nintendo fan is chomping at the bit when watching clips of Super Smash Bros. Brawl on Wii. The game is any Nintendo fanboy's wet dream, featuring the best characters from every major Big N franchise. Melee has become the grand stage of fighters, much like Mario Kart is for racing fans. If you do in fact own a GameCube, and have yet to grab a copy of Smash Bros, please commit honorable suicide at this time (or we guess you could just go buy it too). You won't find a more addictive fighter on Nintendo's console. The only thing we could add to the game, online gameplay, is already in the works for Brawl, making us a group of very happy campers.2: Resident Evil 4
Release Date: January 11, 2005 ● Developer: Capcom Production Studio 4 ● Check out our Resident Evil 4 WikiResident Evil 4 is without a doubt one of the best games on GCN and the most amazing and immersive of the franchise. There really isn't much that can be said that hasn't already been ranted and raved about. All we can really say is that it is essential to any collection. Resident Evil 4 did for the Cube what Super Mario World did for the SNES. It is visually impressive, flawlessly designed and a true vision. If for some amazingly unfortunate reason you have yet to grab a copy (or two --it's that damn good), grab it now. With Twilight Princess taken from our list of considerations (as it was more a Wii title than a Cube one in the end), Matt Casamassina and Mark Bozon were split equally for our top two picks. Resident Evil 4 is Bozon's top pick on GameCube, and IGN Cube's #2 overall; it's one hell of a game.1: Metroid Prime
Release Date: November 17, 2002 ● Developers:Top 10 Mech Games Of All Time Ps4
Retro Studios, Nintendo ● Check out our Metroid Prime WikiWhen it all comes down to it, only one game can truly sit at the top of a list, proving what the system was about, pushing gameplay and graphics to the limit, and delivering the most immersive package for console owners. For GameCube, Metroid Prime is that game. As a surprising classic released in 2002 (two years prior to games like Resident Evil 4), Metroid Prime redefined Nintendo's classic franchise, and ushered it into a new 3D era. Shortly following Prime we were again treated to Nintendo's first-person adventure series with Echoes, then by Prime Hunters on DS and eventually the pending release of Prime 3: Corruption on Wii. While other franchises made significant steps during the N64 era (Twilight Princess, for example, could be considered a progression of Ocarina of Time), Prime got its start on GameCube, and it breathed new life into the franchise. It was an amazing rebirth, an incredible GameCube game, and one of the top Nintendo titles in over two decades of gaming, period.También puedes leer este artículo en:Español
This list is an update of an update! Feel free to gawk at our older picks below if you're feeling nostalgic, they're right below this article.
Anime seasons may come and go, but mecha is eternal. As one of the defining genres of the medium, mecha has been an important part of anime practically since the beginning with seminal titles like Tetsujin 28-go and Mazinger Z and continues to be popular to this day. The genre has evolved considerably over time and, after multiple deconstructions and re-imaginings, has become quite diverse, with wide variety in the types of stories told and the mecha themselves. For this top 10, we're reevaluating the genre as a whole, looking for the best of the best in terms of compelling stories, interesting visuals, originality within the genre, and impact on mecha as a whole. Jump in your cockpit, let's go!
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: April 2007 – September 2007
While away at summer camp, a group of 15 middle school students finds a hidden grotto by the sea full of computers and a strange man named Kokopelli who claims to be video game designer in need of testers. Persuaded by his words, all but one of the children sign a contract with Kokopelli and soon find out that things are not what they seem. One after another, they become pilots of Zearth, a massive, black, insect-like mech and enter into an all too real conflict to save the world from equally strange alien invaders. Zearth itself hides a dark secret for its pilots that makes everything all the more serious.
We're putting Bokurano in our list of the best mecha anime largely because it is one of the most unique, and depressing, takes on the genre. While the show places a large focus on the large cast of protagonists and their individual trauma and personalities, Bokurano also explores some philosophical questions of morality rarely touched on in robot anime such as the human cost of moving a gigantic mech through a city in graphic detail. Certainly not for the faint of heart, Bokurano takes the idea of ‘children are our hope for the future’ to its most extreme, literal level. With its heavy story, interesting mech designs, and well-done opening and ending themes, Bokurano traumatizes its way to our #10 spot.
- Episodes: 6
- Aired: October 2004 – August 2006
Diebuster is set in a far future where humanity has been on the losing side of a continuing battle against space monsters. Enter plucky but clumsy waitress Nono, who leaves her small-town Martian home to pursue her dream of becoming a mech pilot like her legendary idol “Nono-Riri”. Through a chance encounter, she meets Lal'C Melk Mark, a member of an elite group of pilots known as “Topless” who have special abilities that let them control the strange, sentient mechs of this series called Buster Machines. Nono follows and idolizes Lal'C with bubbly, energetic enthusiasm, much to Lal'C's annoyance. The story focuses on Nono's quest to become a pilot, the relationships of the characters, and the mysteries of the Buster Machines, space monsters, and Nono herself.
Aim for the top! As a followup to the 1998 cult-hit Gunbuster, which was famed director Hideaki Anno's directorial debut and Gainax's second work, Diebuster had a lot to live up to. While not everyone agrees that it's a perfect sequel, Diebuster's strengths allow it be enjoyable to both fans of first series and unique enough to be thoroughly its own experience, which can largely be attributed to sharing much of the same staff as FLCL, including director Kazuya Tsurumaki. In short, Diebuster is flashy with well-done animations, character design, backgrounds, and effects, it has magically groovy music and exudes a unique style and flair that lets it stand as both a worthy successor to Gunbuster and as one of the best mecha anime, #9 on our list.
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: January 2002 – June 2002
Kaname Chidori, aside from being a bit unusually easy to anger, appears to be a rather normal high school girl. Popular and smart, Kaname is her class's representative and the vice president of the student council, but everything rapidly changes once her status as one of the 'Whispered', people with secret embedded knowledge to create and control advanced machinery known as 'Black Technology', is discovered which makes her the target of international terrorists looking to exploit her talents. 17-year old sergeant Sousuke Sagara is sent by an organization called Mithril undercover to Kaname's high school in order to protect her, but his intense military upbringing leaves him ill-equipped for school life.
Full Metal Panic! interestingly blends elements of school comedy with sci-fi action and, appropriately for this list, mecha, called Arm Slaves in the series. Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, this combination works quite well and makes the series both memorable and extremely enjoyable to watch. Full Metal Panic! balances jumping between intense mech battles to Kaname dealing with Sousuke's wacky military antics in high school in a way that enhances both aspects of the series and the overall experience because of the variety. While by no means very deep or particularly innovative outside of its genre-mashing, Full Metal Panic! succeeds at being entertaining and memorable thanks to its strong cast, solid execution of action and comedy, and catchy opening and ending themes by Mikuni Shimokawa.
- Episodes: 50
- Aired: April 2005 – April 2006
In a futuristic sci-fi world, young Renton Thurston is a 14-year-old mechanic living with his grandpa in the sleepy town of Bellforest. Without much going on in his life, Renton spends his free time surfing special particles called Trapar waves and dreams of leaving Bellforest to join up with Gekkostate, a rogue group of ex-military mercenaries. Renton gets his chance when the Nirvash typeZERO, the mech of the titular Eureka, crashes into the Thurston residence beginning his journey with the Gekkostate as he finds out the true nature of the organization, the Nirvash, himself, Eureka, and the alien planet itself.
Eureka Seven stands out from the rest thanks to its fantastic soundtrack, beautiful animation, and somewhat unusual themes and influences which largely draw from popular culture and music. Eureka Seven is supremely stylish from its slick character and mechanical design, quality animation, and masterful use of music to augment the experience. This sense of style more than makes up for the show's somewhat convoluted story and shoots Eureka Seven up to an appropriately numbered spot. Did we mention the music?
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: April 2008 – September 2008
Macross Frontier is a direct sequel to the first Macross and Macross 7 and created for the 25th anniversary of the series. To ensure humanity's survival after the brutal war against the Zentradi aliens, Earth has sent out fleets colony ships to the far reaches of outer space. The year is 2059 and one such fleet is 25th Giant Immigration Fleet, also known as Macross Frontier. The story follows the love triangle of mecha pilot Alto Saotome, pop idol Sheryl Nome, and wannabe idol Ranka Lee as humanity battles a new threat in the form of an insectoid biomechanical alien species known as the Vajra.
Macross is one of the most beloved mecha franchises of all time with multiple TV series, movies, manga, games, etc. and Macross F is considered one of the greatest entries in the series for good reason. Frontier takes an assortment of anime clichés from its Macross-standby love triangle to elements of school drama, moe, slice-of-life, and space opera and combines these tropes together to create interesting juxtapositions of genres that brings life into the classic mech series. Macross F is further augmented with its impressive visuals and animation, and standout soundtrack by legendary composer Yoko Kanno to make it arguably the best Macross ever and our #6 pick!
- Episodes: 7
- Aired: July 1992 – January 1998
Set in an appropriately retro-futuristic setting, Giant Robo the Animation takes place in a world where
a device called Shizuma Drive has revolutionized the world by providing easy access to clean, renewable energy. This discovery, however, came at great cost as the process nearly destroyed the Earth. The story centers around 12-year-old Daisaku Kusama, the master of the titular giant Robo which he inherited from his father. He, along with teleporter Ginrei, mighty fighter Tetsugyu, and other members of the International Police Organisation, fight against Big Fire, a shadowy organization looking to dominate the world by recreating the disaster from the Shizuma Drive's creation.
Giant Robo the Animation is impressive for many reasons. Interestingly, its characters are taken from various manga by Yokoyama Mitsuteru such as Tesujin 28-go, Babel II, Godmars, and obviously Giant Robo itself, but it follows a whole new storyline that brings them all together wonderfully. The character and mechanical designs were given a purposely retro aesthetic, which when combined with Hong Kong-cinema and Wuxia influenced action choreography, really makes it stand out visually. It also boasts an incredibly rich and varied orchestral soundtrack that has been widely praised. Ultimately, Giant Robo the Animation unites the best of many classic series with more modern sensibilities and techniques to create a truly special homage to the past that never-the-less stands strong on its own as one of the best super robot mecha anime.
- Episodes: 27
- Aired: April 2007 – September 2007
Living in Giha village deep underground, Simon is a meek digger who is mostly ostracized from his peers outside of his boisterous, delinquent friend Kamina who he calls brother despite not being blood-related. Kamina dreams of reaching the surface and enlists Simon's help to try and find a way to do so. While digging, Simon finds a drill-shaped object and a mysterious small mech (called Gunmen in this universe) and after putting the two together, is able to pilot it with Kamina. They name it Lagann and use it to defend Giha from an attack by an enemy Gunmen from above with some help from surface human Yoko Littner. The aftermath of the battle opens a path to sunlight where they learn humans suffer regular attacks from Gunmen piloted by beastmen led by an oppressive king called Lordgenome, who is trying to force humanity underground. Thus begins Simon, Kamina, and Yoko's quest to liberate the humans in a story that grows to galaxy-sized proportions.
Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann tackles the mecha genre with a gripping intensity that revels in anime tropes to a degree so high that it simultaneously pokes fun at while still gratuitously embracing them to the point of ridiculousness. What ultimately makes it so strong though, is that it rolls with this ridiculousness while still having a lot of heart, or perhaps better said as fighting spirit! Gurren Lagann takes this idea of belief in yourself and your spirit being the key to victory, something of a throwback to older super robot shows and continuously amps up the stakes and scale to keep it exciting. Couple that with an excellent and unique sense of style, powerful character moments and development, and a great OST and Gurren Lagann has the power to pierce the heavens to become our #4 pick!
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: October 2015 – March 2016
Set over 300 years after a massive conflict between Earth and its Outer Colonies known as the Calamity War, Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans' story focuses on a band of Martian child soldiers led by Orga Itsuka and ace pilot Mikazuki Augus. They have been assigned to protect aristocrat Kudelia Aina Bernstein who is on a diplomatic mission to Earth to negotiate for Martian independence which is further galvanized after seeing the horrible living conditions of her protectors. An assassination attempt by peacekeeping military organization Gjallarhorn becomes the spark to ignite a revolution for the freedom of the titular orphan child soldiers and Mars itself.
Mecha fans likely were anticipating the appearance of a Gundam in this list, and for good reason as the long-running franchise is arguably the biggest and most popular mecha series of all time, so much so that it has become a cultural icon for anime and Japan itself. Out of all the Gundam series, we chose Iron-Blooded Orphans because how well it executes the hallmarks of the series (political drama, rivalries and vendettas between the pilots, strong characterization, and, of course, amazing mech combat) while doing so in a refreshing way that gets to the action quickly and doesn't rely on knowledge of other series to be enjoyable. Iron-Blooded Orphans sets a new standard for the Gundam series with its brutal combat, brilliant story, masterful mechanical design, and stellar soundtrack. Raise your flag for our #3!!
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: October 2006 – July 2007
Set in an alternate history version of 2010 where the American colonies remained part of the British Empire, Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion tells the story of the titular Lelouch Lamperouge, the exiled crown prince of the empire which is now known as the Holy Empire of Britannia. Britannia has continued expansion and now is fighting the last remnants of resistance in Japan which it simply calls District 11. After receiving a mysterious power called Geass from strange immortal girl C.C., Lelouch, as masked vigilante Zero, begins an underground rebellion against Brittania to get revenge against the brutal regime.
Code Geass is one of the most popular anime series of all time in both Japan and around the world. The anime is known for blending science fiction, school and political drama, supernatural, and mecha genres together to produce an intriguing story with a wide range of appeal. Code Geass characters are great, albeit often outrageous, and play off of each other wonderfully and also have fantastic visual design provided by the famous manga group CLAMP. Wrap this together with a dramatic and energetic story with its share of twists, non-stop action with great visual effects, music, and cool mechs, and Code Geass becomes an incredibly entertaining package you can't ignore and our pick for the #2 best mecha series of all time!
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: October 1995 – March 1996
Set 15 years after a global cataclysm known as Second Impact, humanity once again is in danger after strange, giant monsters called Angels begin appearing, wreaking havoc on an already damaged Earth. The angels possess a powerful force field that makes them near impervious to any traditional weapons. It is only with the power of the Evangelions, huge biomechanical mechs created and managed by a secretive U.N. agency called NERV, that the rampaging Angels might be stopped. When 14-year old Shinji Ikari sees his distant father Gendou again for the first time in years he soon finds himself flung into the depths of world-changing conflict, conspiracies, and psychological trauma, not to mention the cockpit of a giant mech. Fighting together with his co-pilots, Rei Ayanami and Asuka Langely Soryu, and NERV captain, Misato Katsuragi, Shinji has to try his best to keep it together under pressure in this story of struggle of immense proportions.
As one of the most influential, dissected, and hotly-debated anime series of all time, pretty much everything that can be said about Neon Genesis Evangelion has been. Evangelion is an iconic work, a beautifully executed deconstruction of the mecha genre that paved the way for countless other series. Its compelling story and complex, flawed characters combined with its highly unique sense of style and symbolism continue to captivate to this day. Evangelion led to the rebirth of the anime industry and rightfully made Hideaki Anno and Gainax legendary to anime fans around the world. We're re-appointing Neon Genesis Evangelion as our #1 pick as a testament to its longevity and influence on the genre and its genuine masterpiece quality as a work of art in the medium. Congratulations!
Final Thoughts
There you have it, the best mecha anime according to us (for now at least). As we said before, mecha is eternal, having consistently been a driving force in anime since the early days and presumably will be far into the future. We can't wait to see what awesome new mechs will grace the screen in the coming seasons and hope you're excited as well! Please let us know in the comments below what mecha shows are your favorite or if you have any other questions, comments, or cool catchphrases you'd like to share. oki=out, fly away! Take it easy.
This is an updated list to the original that was published. You can find it down underneath this article. As time moves on, more and more shows fall under this category. So, we have made an updated list for you!
In the anime world there is never a shortage of mecha action that takes place in various fantasy worlds, with high flying action. Here at Honey's Anime we appreciate and always show love to the wonderful genre that is mecha, since it has stood the test of time for many decades. While many do enjoy the genre, there are still the handful that aren't very sure of what to expect, and so we are here to close that gap and bring them closer to the truth. Mecha anime isn't just about the intricate designs or the flashy lights, but it's about the story behind it all that really capture the essence of mecha anime. What we would like to do from now is introduce to you our updated top 10 mecha/robot anime list and shed light on why these picks are the very cream of the crop.
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: April 7, 2016- September 29, 2016
Kuromukuro starts off on our top 10 mecha/robot anime list as it's one of the more recent series that released in the spring lineup. The story takes place within a futuristic world with some historical references thrown in for some variety. An ancient artifact was discovered and so the UNKRI (United Nations Kurobe Research Institute) was established in order to uncover more information about what secrets the artifact possessed, and what mysterious powers they could discover from it. Many great minds came together from all over the globe in order to decipher its origin. The children of these intellects are now attending Mt. Tate International Senior High School, and the head of the institute's daughter Yukina are on a mission to find out more.
Kuromukuro hits our number 10 spot because it uses a mixture of past and present in order to create a mecha that reflects those times. Many of the mechas we see infuse a samurai-esque look while still maintaining a robotic feel to it, kind of like Yoshimitsu from the popular Tekken franchise. We thought this unique mixture brought a nice fresh flavor for the spring, but wasn't too contrived to make it seem too over cooked. This show is a great introduction anime for those who are just trying to dip their feet into the genre, since the story behind the artifact is straight forward and ties well with lots of action from the many characters within the plot.
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: October 5, 2014 – March 29, 2015
The story of Cross Ange follows the life of princess Angelise, whose life had a very royal upbringing and had everything a young teen ever imagined to have. Angelise was blessed with everything living in a blissful age of peace and prosperity due to an advancement in technology referred to as mana. Mana allowed certain persons to emit certain powers, making them very formidable in times of turbulence. Life eventually turned very critical for Angelise when she soon realized that she could not ascend to her throne because she was found out to be a norma, a member of society who is resistant to mana and cannot use the mana herself. This sparked outrage and hysteria within the empire which led to Angelise being extradited to the prison camp of Arzenal, and forced to fight in the robotic battle suit known as the paramail. To survive and find out the truth behind her entire existence, Angelise learns to cope with her new living environments while building relationships with other norma to fight off the enemy.
This captivating story starts off very harsh as we get to see Angelise taken away from her trusted family only to be told that she was a norma, which formed into disaster. We recommend this anime not just because of the great story, but because of how cool looking each of the paramails look with each character. The designs themselves really tell their own story since each paramail is a direct reflection of that character’s back story and personality. There is definitely a lot to watch in this series, so we suggest you watch it from start to finish to really see who comes out on top in the end.
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: April 6, 2014– September 21, 2014
Captain Earth flies into the number eight spot on our top ten list for good reason. We don't just choose anime solely based off of aesthetic pertaining to mecha, but because the story really helps to bring everything together for one full meal. Daichi randomly looks up in the sky to see a weird rainbow floating above Seed Island and decides to check it out for himself. He has seen the rainbow on numerous occasions which all remind him of a mysterious boy and girl, along with the mysterious death of his father. He arrives on this weird island with no clue as to what's transpiring around him. One person asks him if he is the captain when one of the Earth engines went off as an emergency. Suddenly Daichi finds himself in charge of a team of other pilots who are on a mission to put a stop the trouble that is about to take place from the robotic intruders, Kiltgang.
Captain Earth is full of everything you can possibly want in an anime, which is story and character development. We see Daichi develop strong relationships around him very quickly as his life too changes almost instantly, as he now has taken the role of captain. As the story progresses and we get to see more robots, each character's mecha outfits are meshed with unique characteristics which allow them to connect with each other to create an ultra mecha which we thought was awesome. We hope this anime takes you on an adventure of excitement as much as it did for us.
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: April 4, 2008 – September 26, 2008
Macross has always been a classic mechaa anime, and to this day there are still thousands of fans everywhere supporting the franchise. Macross Frontier is considered to be the favorite out of the Macross franchise due to its deep plot, and exciting cast of characters. The premise of the story takes place in the distant future where humanity is in war with the powerful Zentradi, who are out to destroy everything in their path. Their overwhelming threats forced much of humanity to escape and find refuge in a much safer environment. The Macross Frontier is built in order to protect the rest of humanity but when Sheyrl makes her appearance on board, so do the new enemy Vajra which create a new stage of panic. Alto and the rest of his team must work together to put a stop to the ruthless Vajra and uncover the truth behind Sheyrl's mysterious history.
This received a spot on our mecha/robot list because mechaa anime always bring something dramatic to the screen, and so we become glued to all that's happening. Also, the story behind Sheryl and the Vajra outbreak sounds interesting, since there is certainly something brewing that we are just not so sure about. What really attracted us was the art style which combined a more retro feel much like the past Macross series, and also a more modern feel with regards to character design. This is must watch for anyone stoked for cute girls in flashy outfits!
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: October 3, 2015 – March 26, 2016
Making its way back onto our top ten charts is the very entertaining Heavy Object. This action comedy mixture pairs Qwenthur and Havia who always seem to find themselves in the middle of every battle there is, but are always rescued by Milinda and her object. Havia grows an attraction to Milinda, who at times due to his shy nature, can never admit his true feelings to her. This leads Qwenthur to step in to be more of a man in his actions, and take initiative. The premise of the anime revolves around the revolutionary objects which have become the main center piece for all things war. It's Havia's mission to seek the truth about them.
With great visuals right off the bat, and a very nice creative storyline surrounding the use of objects which take on a very unique mecha approach, Heavy Object deserves its spot on our mecha list. Every episode is set in a different terrain, and both Havia and Qwenthur have to come up with strategic ways to destroy the enemy object, and allow Milinda to take care of the rest. It's exciting to see because you're always greeted with something intriguing with regards to the tactical approaches that Qwenthur and Havia demonstrate all throughout the show. As the enemies grow stronger, so too does their prowess and ability to overcome anything that stands in their way. It's a must watch for those who love tactical thinking and mechas.
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- Episodes: 12
- Aired: April 6, 2014- June 22, 2014
Break Blade made its way into the anime world back in the spring of 2014, making waves with its really interesting story and overall popularity. Most of the action takes place in the continent of Cruzon, where a major war between two kingdoms Krisna and Athens are about to ensue. Many of the citizens within the Cruzon empire are able to use a special ability called quartz which can be used for whatever they desire. Unfortunately Rygart Arrow is unable to use this special ability as many have labeled him as an un-sorcerer which refers to an individual who cannot use quartz. This setback however becomes a very useful asset as he is the only one who is able to pilot the ancient golem, and the only one who may potentially put an end to the invasion of Athens.
While most mecha anime tend to have very vibrant and colorful looking designs, the ancient golem along with the other mechas in this series are very dark, rustic and very intimidating. Since they are used more within the ongoing war, the designs feel more fitting as they encompass more of a medieval aesthetic compared to the more futuristic styles that we know and admire. Break Blade is a great show that we recommend watching as there is a great assortment of action at every corner to keep you fixed to your tube.
- Episodes: 13
- Aired: January 6, 2014 – March 31, 2014
Shooting its way to the number four spot on our mecha/robot anime list is Buddy Complex. The series made its first appearance in the winter season of 2014 with great reception. The story follows Aoba, a high school student who is suddenly attacked by a gigantic robot that appears from out of the sky without warning. This robot seemed to only target him as he was chased all throughout the city looking to find refuge from this mammoth machine. Out of nowhere his fellow classmate and friend Hina appears in her own giant robot to protect him, and sends him a cryptic message stating that a certain “Dio” is waiting for him before she disappears into the myst. From this incident Aoba realizes his new mission and joins the Free Treaty Alliance to help topple the extremely powerful Great Zogiria Republic.
Buddy Complex takes a lot of aesthetic from many of the older styled mecha anime such as gundam, macross, evengelion, and the very classic five star stories. This mixture of robotic style directions is why we decided to add it immediately to our top ten mecha list, and moreso because the artists made sure to use very vivid colors to bring out the feel of a more vibrant story. The series itself is quite short but its lifespan is long enough for anyone to enjoy whether you're a fan of the old or new.
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: October 4, 2015 – March 27, 2016
Mobile Suit Gundam has always been a household name since its release in the late 70's and revolutionized the entire anime world with its highly detailed mecha warriors and spectacular action scenes. Over the course of its original release, we have seen an array of gundam shows that to this day are still considered to be some of the best of all time. And so we fast forward to present day and we now have another series to discuss. Coming in at number three is Iron Blooded Orphans. The story takes place roughly 300 years after the calamity war and now follows Mikazuki, a member of the private security firm known as CGS. He was hired to be the bodyguard of Kudelia, who is known to be of high royalty. However, things turn ugly when the elite Gjallarhorn unit raids the CGS headquarters. This didn't sit too lightly with Orga, as he took charge of this situation and created the team known as Iron Blooded Orphans. It's now their goal to protect Kudelia, but also stop the threat that faces them by the hands of Gjallarhorn.
This should be no surprise that gundam has made its way to number three. This anime comes fully equipped with action right off the bat, and mechas flying from every direction. Mikazuki's gundam looks extremely cool and when inside the cockpit, we are never short of impressed by the amount of acrobatic sword beam wielding action Mikazuki provides. We recommend hopping into your own cockpit, turn on the monitor and most definitely check out Iron Blooded Orphans.
- Episodes: 12
- Aired: January 11, 2016 - March 28, 2016
Firing its way to the number two position on our top ten mecha anime list is none other than winter 2016's Schwarzesmarken. Schwarzesmarken in German is known as Black Marks, and takes place in the alternate timeline of East Germany in the 1980's. The story follows the special unit of East Germany's 666th TSF Squadron, Black Marks, who specialize in unconventional tactics along with advanced technology to outsmart their enemies. Their mission is to take out the BETA which are extraterrestrial beings who are unpredictable and unrelenting in their ways, looking to destroy the entire human forces claiming Earth as their own. The BETA arrive in all shapes and sizes and so the team of Black Marks must use their prowess to overthrow the unpredictable and advanced warfare that BETA is bringing to the table.
The star of the show is pilot Irisdina who is the commanding officer of the brigade, whose cold demeanor and personality make her a handful to work with in such dire conditions. The Black Marks must work together in order to put an end to the destruction that may engulf the entire human race, so bad blood must be put behind to focus their attention on the matters at hand. This show uses a wide variety of mecha styles as well similar to our previous anime Buddy Complex, and since it takes place in the 80's the vibe is most certainly there in the overall vibe. For more about the exciting story and fantastic art direction, please check out Schwarzesmarken as you will not be disappointed.
- Episodes: 12
- Aired: April 11, 2014- June 27, 2014
Knights of Sidonia will surely leave you in suspense as this show has everything that you need and more out of a mecha anime. Much of the story takes place in a very futuristic atmosphere as the year is 3394. The solar system was destroyed by a strange race called Gauna. These creatures have the ability to tear through just about anything including the very strong steel suits that Nagate and his crew members fly in. In Sidonia, which is a seed ship populated with just under a million people, Nagate and his team must manage to defend their territory and civilization from the Gauna who are willing to kill anything in their path. Not much can be said about the Gauna so it becomes another mission of the entire crew to seek further to uncover the origins of the Gauna and to know their true intentions.
With this anime taking place in a very distant future it becomes quite clear as to why the mecha designs in this series look very unique and work quite differently from most we see. For this reason we thought Knights deserved the number one spot simply due to its change of direction and great sense of depth pertaining to the development of both character and story. Not only did this show receive numerous rewards all across Japan for it's wonderful approach, but did so by winning animation of the year award in 2015. We truly loved this piece of art and so we highly recommend watching this one for an amazing look at one of the better mecha titles of the current generation. Honey's Anime also suggests that you tune into the second season of Knights to uncover more truth behind the Gauna and why they're out to cause havoc on Sidonia.
Mecha/robot anime will never grow boring, unless you're not a big fan of flashing lights and crazy battles. If you are into mecha however then this list should be extremely enticing to watch and truly embrace if you're a fan of the genre. With a long history of fantastic titles such as Five Star Stories, Gundam, Evangelion and more to choose from you'll never find yourself short of mecha to hang out with. If there are other anime that you feel should have made our list, then leave a comment down below.
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Mecha is one of the most distinctive genres in Anime, both in Japan and the West. In the US, I use to eagerly await going home to watching series like Gundam and Big O on Toonami as a kid, only to broaden my horizons as the Internet became more accessible, finding shows like Evangelion and RahXephon. Giant mech’s squaring off is one of the great modern cultural legacies of Japan, and anime as a whole, and here are 10 of the finest examples.
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: January 8, 2002 – June 18, 2002
Full Metal Panic is the story of Sousuke Sagara who is a member of an secret anti-terrorist group called Mithril. Sousuke is given the task of looking over Kaname Chidori. Sosuke enrolls in Kaname’s school, and his background as a soldier leads him to some awkward experiences, since he always interprets everything through the lens of battle You might read the above and thing, wait so this is a high-school Mecha anime?
Yes, you’re right, and what’s surprising and amazing about FMP is that it blends both genres very nicely. This is something that could have ended in Disaster but instead, FMP became a distinct, memorable and highly enjoyable Mecha series.
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: Jan 21, 2002 - Sep 10, 2002
Tokyo is barred from the rest of the world by a strange Barrier, and when strange enemies attack from outside, Ayato Kamina encounters the RahXephon, and is led out of the dimensional barrier. RahXephon takes many twists and turns before leading to it’s ultimate destination.
https://zegol.netlify.app/eminem-the-marshall-mathers-lp-zip-20008.html. Decried as an Eva clone, it’s not seen enough as a show with it’s own ideas, tackling it’s own themes. It also has one of the best art direction in the entire Mech genre, having a completely unique feel, look and atmosphere.
- Episodes: 6
- Aired: Oct 7, 1988 - Jul 7, 1989
Gunbuster is the story of Noriko Takaya, who is thrown into the heat of a war between humans and a strange, insectoid race of aliens, who are bent on it’s destruction, seemingly without reason. Noriko, who is actually unskilled at piloting standard Mecha, is chosen because of her potential to pilot the super-weapon, Gunbuster, which turns out to be decisive in the human-alien war.
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Gunbuster is the Directorial debut of Hideaki Anno, of Evangelion fame, and you can see many similarities. Gunbuster does two elements particularly well, tell a complete, emotional story in a short timespan, and delve deeply into it’s characters, making it a believable and immersive sci-fi/Mecha experience.
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: April 2, 1996 – September 24, 1996
Escaflowne is the story of Hitomi Kanzaki, a girl, who is transported to the mysterious world of Gaea by Prince Van, who returns to find his kingdom in ruins. Hitomi and Van fight back against the invading forces, and attempt to defeat the Zaibach empire, which destroyed Van’s homeland. As the story goes on, Hitomi becomes ever more important to Prince Van and their attempt to avenge his homeland. Gaea is an interesting midst of a society with Mecha and other advanced technology, but with a feudal economic and social system.
As the story unfolds, more and more about the nature of Gaea, and the motivations and pasts of the characters are revealed. Escaflowne has a unique feel and setting, which blends fantasy and Mech elements, which make it a standout of its genre. Jumpstart-dumpper software with full version free download.
- Episodes: 7
- Aired: Apr 25, 1988 - Jun 25, 1989
Mobile Police Patlabor is the story of a Tokyo Police Unit which uses Mecha called Labors to ward off criminals and terrorists and stop any dastardly deeds they’d commit in their jurisdiction. Labors have also entered military and civil use as well, giving rise to ‘Labor Crime’. The police must fight against said crime, as well as everything from military coups, to giant mutants coming out of Tokyo Bay. One of the best features of Patlabor is, despite being a realistic approach to the Mech Genre, it contains a lot of satirical elements as well.
While some military-heavy mech series take more of an anti-war stance than others, Patlabor takes aim at government, bureaucracy, urban life, and gung-ho cops in a pretty hilarious manor. Patlabor is a long-running franchise, but we choose the OVA because it’s a good entry way to the franchise as a whole, and also encapsulates a lot of what’s so good about it
- Episodes: 27
- Aired: Apr 1, 2007 - Sep 30, 2007
The story of Simon and Kamina has the quest to break out from the underground village and explore to surface. Venturing out maybe more dangerous than one can expect however. Despite this, Gurren Lagann has one of the most audacious, hopeful and optimistic outlooks of any series out there but the way it makes it work in it’s own universe is incredible and consummately fun to watch.
Gurren Lagann is in itself a love letter to the Mecha genre. At various points in the show it’s called back through different time periods in Mecha history, through themes characters and visuals. The love of the genre that the production team had is clear in the final product of the show.
- Episodes: 52
- Aired: Apr 1, 1983 - Mar 23, 1984
Votoms is the story of Chirico Curvie, the member of an elite unit for the Gilgamesh confederation, fighting their enemies in the Balarant Union. Chirico is put on a suspicious mission and is eventually betrayed, and branded a traitor. Chirico goes on to search for the truth and unearth the conspiracy behind both warring powers.
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Votoms is an old series without the name recognition of series like Gundam or Macross but it still one of the shining examples of the Mech genre. In particular, Votoms is probably the best example of a ‘realistic’ Mecha series, and is a must see for fans of the genre.
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- Episodes: 36
- Aired: October 1982 – June 1983
After an Alien ship crashes on earth, the ship is retooled for human use and re-christened the SDF-1 Macross. From here we follow the story of the war between the humans of UN Spacey and the Zentradi, through the lens of Misa Hayase, Hikaru Ichijio and Minmay Lynn. The three would form a more complex relationship with each-other, as well as a love triangle that would become emblematic of the Macross Universe and franchise.
Macross is again, one of the most influential and popular Mecha series out there. Adapted into the West as Robotech the series has gained popularity outside of Japan as well.
- Episodes: 43
- Aired: Apr 7, 1979 - Jan 26, 1980
It may be that the original Mobile Suit Gundam series looks somewhat dated, but the themes it dealt with, as well as the franchised it spawned, are just about timeless. The series follows Amuro Ray as he pilots the eponymous Gundam, fighting the forces of Zeon while trying to come to terms with the needless slaughter of war and the deaths of many of those around him.
Amuro and his Rival, Char Aznable, an ace of the Zeon, become bitter combatants but share something in common which ties their fates together. The Federation and Zeon become embroiled in a deadly conflict from which there seems to be no peaceful resolution.
There are so many entries into this universe, many of them worthwhile, many of them not so much, but the original is still a must-watch for all anime fans.
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: Oct 3, 1995 to Mar 27, 1996
Other than Miyazaki films, It’s tough to think of anything that has simultaneously been as influential, popular and critically acclaimed with in Japanese anime as Evangelion. It’s become famous and infamous at the same time. Neon Genesis Evangelion is the Story of Shinji Ikari, who is tasked with piloting an Evangelion, against otherworldly beings called angels.
Together with his co-pilots, Rei Ayanami and Asuka Langely Soryu, and his Guardian, Misato Katsuragi. Shinji and Co are part of a secret group called NERV. But NERV holds a plethora of secrets, and the personalities and psyches of the characters soon come tumbling down. Characters like Shinji Ikari, Rei Ayanami and Asuka Langely Soryu are now effectively icons, known as some of the most complex and compelling figures ever featured in anime.
Evangelion tops this list because of how it ace’s the mech genre and sci-fi genre as a whole. It’s not just about bells and whistles, energetic fight scenes and cool looking mobile suits, though it has those in strides. Eva is a show about people, very flawed people who have to come to terms with themselves and also each other. One of the most well-conceived and executed stories ever told In Japanese animation, everyone, not just Mech fans, owes it to themselves to watch Eva.
If you’re looking to get into the Mecha genre, you can’t go wrong with any of the shows listed above. That being said, Mecha is a huge genre, with so many worthwhile series, these are just the tip of the iceberg. If you’re looking for newer series, look for Code Geass, Knights of Sidonia, Eureka 7, Zegapin, Aldnoah Zero and Gundam 00 which have all generated some serious popularity, and are worth checking out.
For ardent Mecha fans, let us know any of your favorites that we missed, or entries that we should have ranked higher or lower. Make sure to sound off in the comments below and give us your opinion.
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