Nothing is better than when an anime blows fans’ expectations out of the park. What makes an anime surpass expectations is its ability to tell an immersive story, alongside impressive animation that make it just as stunning as the storytelling. Getting more than what viewers bargain for is always a pleasant surprise that makes the whole watching experience feel even more worth it.
A lot of modern anime, like Vinland Saga and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, for example, meet the criteria. Modern anime changes bring something new to their genre that makes them stand out. From complex characters to the beautiful worlds that are created, these anime manage to capture the magic of storytelling and connect to viewers in ways that linger on long after the final episode airs.