Fall 2026 Anime Top Picks
The 2026 Fall Anime Season Recommendations is bursting with thrilling new shows, we have the usual Isekai, but there is lots of supernatural anime this season too! Grab your snacks, kick back, and get ready to dive into the hottest anime of the season. Ready to discover what’s in store? Itadakimasu!
Recommended Returning Anime
This season marks the return of huge favourite series such as the much awaited Reincarnated as a Sword II and The Apothecary Diaries Season 3! We can’t wait to reunite with these series and adventure alongside our heroes once again! This season is going to be a blast! Here is AnimeFanatika’s top list of returning Anime for the Fall 2026 Season.
Ace of the Diamond act II -Second Season- Cour 2
A Returner's Magic Should Be Special Season 2
Kikansha no Mahou wa Tokubetsu desu 2nd Season
As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 3
Tensei Kizoku, Kantei Skill de Nariagaru 3rd Season
Black Clover Second Season
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus
HOTEL INHUMANS Season 2
Magic Knight Rayearth (2026)
Magical Girl Raising Project restart
Mahou Shoujo Ikusei Keikaku restart
Ranma1/2 3rd Season
Reincarnated as a Sword II
Tensei Shitara Ken Deshita II
The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Cour 1
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto 3rd Season Cour 1
The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World II
Hyouken no Majutsushi ga Sekai wo Suberu II
Our Top 10 Fall Anime Recommendations
Battle Spirits [Re] ZEKKAI NO KU
- Anime House: Bandai Namco Pictures
- Based on: Original
- Genre: Action | Mythology | Strategy | Game
- Release Date: Oct 6, 2026
Battle Spirits [Re] ZEKKAI NO KU is set in Hinomoto during a turbulent era later known as the Bakumatsu period. The story follows young Bashin Ku, an orphan raised at Bashin-in Temple, who loves Battle Spirits and dreams of becoming stronger. His life changes when he meets the mysterious samurai Ajara Zetsu, known as the “Man-Slayer”.
As Ku travels with Zetsu, the pair encounter people caught in a rapidly changing Japan. Their journey explores strength, friendship and the meaning of power, while two forms of Battle Spirits, Standard and deadly Eternal, become intertwined with the nation’s upheaval. It is based on the collectible card game, titled Battle Spirits [Re] Zekkai No Ku
From Far Away
Kanata kara
- Anime House: Studio DEEN
- Based on: Manga
- Genre: Adventure | Fantasy | Isekai | Mythology Romance
- Release Date: Oct 4, 2026
From Far Away (Kanata Kara) follows Noriko Tachiki, an ordinary high school girl who is suddenly transported to a mysterious fantasy world after an explosion.
There, she is rescued by Izark, a powerful wandering warrior who cannot understand her language. As Noriko travels with him, she learns that her arrival is linked to an ancient prophecy.
Known as the Awakening, Noriko possesses a mysterious power that could unleash the terrifying Sky Demon. Soon, powerful factions begin searching for her.
With danger closing in, Noriko and Izark must survive their journey while uncovering the truth behind her powers and their mysterious connection.
I'm Looking For a Zombie
Zombie Sagashitemasu
- Anime House: studio COMET
- Based on: Manga
- Genre: Adventure | Post-Apocalyptic | Supernatural
- Release Date: Oct 3, 2026
#I’m Looking for Zombie takes place 13 years after the mysterious “Red Day” caused 90% of humanity to die and return as zombies. The survivors now live in isolated villages, far from the ruined cities.
Aki belongs to a new generation that has never experienced the old world. When her missing father becomes the focus of her search, she leaves the safety of her village with her childhood friends, Haru and Natsuki.
Their journey takes them into a world filled with zombies. However, the ruined cities also seem fascinating to the young travellers. As they explore, the friends face danger while discovering a world they know only from stories.
Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden
Kyouran Reijou Nia Liston: Byoujaku Reijou ni Tensei shita Kamigoroshi no Bujin no Karei naru Musouroku
- Anime House: KONAMI animation
- Based on: Light Novel
- Genre: Fantasy
- Release Date: Oct 6, 2026
Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden follows a legendary warrior who dies without ever finding an opponent strong enough to defeat her. However, death is not the end. Her soul is transferred into the body of Nia Liston, a young noble girl suffering from a serious illness. Using her knowledge of martial arts and ki, the former warrior restores Nia’s health and begins a second life.
Although Nia now appears to be a delicate aristocrat, her fierce love of battle remains. Determined to find worthy opponents, she soon becomes involved in martial arts, monsters, academy life and magical entertainment. Her exploits eventually earn her the fearsome name, the Merciless Maiden.
Reborn as a Space Mercenary: I Woke Up Piloting the Strongest Starship!
Mezametara Saikyou Soubi to Uchuusenmochi Datta node, Ikkodate Mezashite Youhei toshite Jiyuu ni Ikitai
- Anime House: studio A-CAT
- Based on: Light Novel
- Genre: Action Isekai | Sci-Fi | Space
- Release Date: Oct 4, 2026
Reborn as a Space Mercenary: I Woke Up Piloting the Strongest Starship! follows Takahiro Satou, an ordinary salaryman who suddenly awakens inside the world of his favourite science-fiction video game. Now known as Hiro, he finds himself aboard a powerful starship equipped with advanced weapons.
With his new freedom, Hiro decides to become an interstellar mercenary. He takes on dangerous missions, battles space pirates and explores distant colonies. Along the way, he rescues people and gathers a crew of companions.
However, Hiro soon discovers that life among the stars is not as simple as he expected. His ultimate goal is to earn enough money to buy a home on a planet.
Romelia War Chronicle
Romelia Senki
- Anime House: Atra
- Based on: Light Novel
- Genre: Action Fantasy | Military
- Release Date: Oct 3, 2026
Romelia War Chronicle (Romelia Senki) begins after Romelia and Prince Henri defeat the Demon King Zelgis following a long and difficult journey. However, Henri suddenly breaks off their engagement and leaves Romelia behind.
Rather than celebrate the victory, Romelia turns her attention to her war-torn homeland. The conflict has devastated the country, while countless people have lost their homes and livelihoods. Realising that defeating the Demon King has not ended the crisis, Romelia decides to rebuild society herself.
She raises an army, restores the economy and gathers loyal knights around her. However, political conspiracies and remaining threats soon push her efforts towards another conflict.
Suikoden : The Anime
Genso Suikoden
- Anime House: KONAMI animation
- Based on: Game
- Genre: Action | Adventure | Fantasy
- Release Date: October 2026
Suikoden: The Anime adapts the story of Suikoden II. The series follows Riliu and his best friend Jowy, two young soldiers serving in the Highland Kingdom’s youth brigade. They dream of returning to their peaceful lives once the fighting ends.
However, their hopes are shattered when they become caught in the flames of war. Separated from the life they once knew, the two friends are drawn into a conflict that forces them to confront difficult choices about loyalty, friendship and power.
As Riliu and Jowy gain extraordinary strength, their paths begin to diverge. Guided by their own beliefs, they must seek answers while 108 stars illuminate their uncertain future.
TETSURYO! meet with Tetsudou Musume
- Anime House EAST FISH STUDIO
- Based on: Other
- Genre: Adult Cast | Slice of Life
- Release Date: Oct 8, 2026
TETSURYO! meet with Tetsudou Musume follows Misaki Sata, a university student who wants to escape her ordinary routine and discover something she truly loves. Although she has no clear idea about her future, Misaki is eager to find a passion of her own.
Her life changes when she joins the Railway Travel Research Club, known as the Tetsuryo Club. Alongside fellow railway enthusiasts Kodama Orihara, Ushio Yagami and Usa Harutachi, she begins travelling across Japan by train.
As the girls explore different railway lines, they encounter the Tetsudou Musume, women who work in Japan’s railway industry. Their journeys introduce Misaki to new places, people and possibilities.
The Vermilion Mask
Shuiro no Kamen
- Anime House: 100studio
- Based on: Manga
- Genre: Action | Fantasy
- Release Date: Oct 10, 2026
The Vermilion Mask (Shuiro no Kamen) follows Peru, an apprentice to the legendary mask maker Gaston Roux. In this world, magical masks grant their wearers extraordinary powers. However, these abilities can also bring terrible consequences.
One day, Peru puts on the powerful Mask of the Warrior God and loses control of himself. Under its influence, he unintentionally kills his friends and his master. Devastated by what he has done, Peru sets out on a dangerous journey.
Determined to prevent another tragedy, he vows to destroy every mask created by Gaston. Along the way, Peru meets new friends and faces powerful enemies while confronting his guilt and seeking redemption.
The World's Strongest Witch
Sekai Saikyou no Majo, Hajimemashita
- Anime House: Bridge / AISLE
- Based on: Light Novel
- Genre: Adventure | Comedy | Fantasy
- Release Date: Oct 7, 2026
The World’s Strongest Witch (Sekai Saikyou no Majo, Hajimemashita) follows Rona, a young girl who is thrown out of her home after awakening an SSS-Rank ability called “Internet”. Her family considers the skill useless because nobody in her world understands how it works.
Alone and without money or food, Rona discovers that her Internet skill allows her to access mysterious guide sites containing knowledge from another world. The information reveals ways to obtain rare items, powerful equipment and valuable skills. As Rona learns to use this extraordinary ability, she grows stronger while enjoying her newfound freedom. However, her incredible powers may attract unwanted attention.
Honourable Mentions
Our Honourable Mentions feature anime that came very close to making our top 2026 Fall Anime season recommendations list. However, due to the limited space of our top recommendations, we’ve included them here as they could be the enjoyable watch you’ve been seeking!
A Certain Dark Item
Toaru Anbu no ITEM
A Certain Dark Item (Toaru Anbu no ITEM) follows ITEM, an elite group operating within Academy City’s hidden underworld. Led by Level 5 esper Shizuri Mugino, the team includes Rikou Takitsubo, Frenda Seivelun and Saiai Kinuhata.
Assigned dangerous missions that cannot become public, the girls navigate conspiracies, powerful enemies and Academy City’s darkest secrets.
A Tale of the Secret Saint
Tensei shita Daiseijo wa, Seijo de Aru Koto wo Hitakakusu
A Tale of the Secret Saint (Tensei Shita Daiseijo wa, Seijo de Aru Koto wo Hitakakusu) follows Fia Ruud, a girl determined to become a knight. After nearly dying, she remembers her previous life as a powerful Great Saint.
Reborn with legendary abilities, Fia hides her identity while pursuing knighthood and avoiding deadly enemies.
Dark Machine: The Animation
DARK MACHINE THE ANIMATION follows Kairi, a young man who travels to Golden Valley after his grandfather’s final words tell him to “find Senki”.
There, he meets Rudora, a mysterious girl pursued by powerful forces. Drawn into the popular Dark Machine esports game, Kairi discovers his talent and begins battling towards the top.
Firefly Wedding
Hotaru no Yomeiri
Firefly Wedding (Hotaru no Yomeiri) follows Satoko Kirigaya, a noblewoman with a serious illness and little time left to live. When a mysterious assassin named Shinpei Goto targets her, Satoko desperately proposes marriage to survive.
Shinpei accepts, but his intense devotion quickly complicates their fake relationship, drawing them into danger, secrets and forbidden love.
Full Clearing Another World under a Goddess with Zero Believers
Shinja Zero no Megami-sama to Hajimeru Isekai Kouryaku
Full Clearing Another World Under a Goddess with Zero Believers follows Makoto Takatsuki, a high school student transported to another world with his classmates.
Unlike them, Makoto receives weak abilities and becomes an apprentice mage. He meets Noah, a goddess with no followers, and becomes her believer while training to rescue her.
Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!
Doumo, Suki na Hito ni Horegusuri wo Irai sareta Majo desu.
Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion! follows Rose, the Good Witch of the Lake, who has secretly loved knight Harij for four years.
When he asks her to make a love potion, Rose is heartbroken but agrees. Their quest for ingredients brings them closer.
Magical Explorer: Reborn as a Side Character in a Fantasy Dating Sim
Magical ★ Explorer
Magical Explorer: Reborn as a Side Character in a Fantasy Dating Sim follows Kousuke Takioto, who awakens inside his favourite fantasy game as its overlooked side character.
Armed with complete knowledge of the game, he decides to master magic and rewrite his fate. However, changing the story brings unexpected adventures, heroines and dangers.
Overgeared
Tempal: Item no Chikara
Overgeared (Tempal: Item no Chikara) follows Shin Youngwoo, an unlucky player struggling in the virtual reality game Satisfy. His fortunes change when he discovers a legendary item and becomes Pagma’s Successor.
Now a powerful blacksmith, Grid can forge extraordinary weapons and equipment. However, gaining power soon attracts unexpected enemies and trouble.
Sgt. Frog☆
Keroro Gunsou☆
Sgt. Frog☆ follows Keroro, an alien soldier from the planet Keron who arrives on Earth to begin an invasion. However, he is captured by Fuyuki and Natsumi Hinata and abandoned by his army.
Forced to live with the Hinata family, Keroro becomes Fuyuki’s friend while secretly plotting to conquer Earth.
So What's Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin?
Tensei Goblin dakedo Shitsumon Aru?
So What’s Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin? follows Akira Yagami, a salaryman who dies saving a child and awakens as a goblin. Normally, goblins survive just seven days, but Akira receives an extraordinary 80-year lifespan.
With inherited skills and human intelligence, he sets out to survive, grow stronger and defy his fate.
Our Top Movie recommendations
MADE IN ABYSS Movie Series
Theatrical series serving as a direct sequel to Season 2 The Golden City of the Scorching Sun. Riko, Reg, Nanachi and Faputa continue their perilous descent into the Abyss, seeking its deepest mysteries.
As they journey beyond the known world, they encounter strange new companions and terrifying dangers. Their adventure takes them ever closer to the mysterious seventh layer, where ancient secrets, deadly creatures and unimaginable challenges await the determined explorers.
Witch on the Holy Night
Mahou Tsukai no Yoru
In late-1980s Japan, apprentice magician Aoko Aozaki lives with the mysterious witch Alice Kuonji. Their secluded life changes when country boy Soujuurou Shizuki arrives in town.
As strange magical incidents threaten their home, the unlikely trio become entangled in a dangerous conflict involving sorcery, family secrets and Aoko’s journey towards becoming a true magician.
ARMORED TROOPER VOTOMS Die Graue Hexe
Soukou Kihei Votoms: Haiiro no Hexe
During the final days of the Hundred Years War, officer Maki Staufenberg arrives on Valkyria II to investigate Ash Vamps, a soldier nicknamed the “Witch” for surviving impossible missions.
When Maki joins Ash’s doomed assault, she witnesses the brutal reality of war and begins uncovering a dangerous secret hidden behind Ash’s survival.
Sekiro: No Defeat
In Sengoku-era Japan, a one-armed shinobi known as the Wolf is tasked with protecting a young lord whose blood carries mysterious power. After betrayal leaves his master captured, the shinobi embarks on a deadly rescue mission.
Facing ruthless warriors, monstrous creatures and supernatural forces, he must confront his past while seeking redemption.
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Our top OVA recommendations
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 returns to Night City with a new crew and a dangerous story of revenge and redemption. Washed-up cyberpunk legend Weak struggles without chrome while seeking purpose.
Meanwhile, deadly nomad D pursues revenge, uncovering corporate secrets that could change everything. As their paths collide, survival demands confronting obsession, legacy and violence.
Fool Night
In a distant future, Earth is trapped beneath thick clouds, leaving humanity desperate for oxygen. A technology called Transfloration transforms dying humans into plants.
Poverty-stricken Toshiro Kamiya chooses this fate, hoping to escape his suffering. But after gaining the ability to communicate with plants, his decision leads him into unexpected dangers.
Devils' Crest
Sixth-grader Yuuma Ashihara and his twin sister Sawa are testing the new VRMMORPG Actual Magic when the game suddenly merges with reality. Trapped in a deadly world, Yuuma discovers his classmate Sumika has transformed into a terrifying monster.
With danger everywhere, the children must survive and uncover what caused the terrifying fusion.
Summer Anime the AnimeFanatika Team watched.
Takeshi Season Round-up
The Frontier Lord Begins with Zero Subjects - 9/10
There were a lot of good Anime this season and I mean a lot. I am currently watching 12 different series but The Frontier Lord Begins with Zero Subjects has to be my pick of the season.
This slice of life Anime took me by surprise and kept me hanging on my seat waiting for the next episode. It has everything: Action, Romance, Idiot MC who has a beautiful person fawning over him and is still a simpleton, Magic and so much more. It has my recommendation for this season
Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You - 9/10
I am generally not into Romance Anime but this Anime hooks you and pulls you in. You really want to see if the MC gets his act together and gets with the girl
Chainsmoker Cat - 8/10
Say no more Squire. This Anime got so much controversy this season but I really enjoyed. It is rude and lude and a total breath of fresh air. Unfortunately, this is an anime I would not recommend watching with your parents.
The Exiled Heavy Knight Knows How to Game the System - 7/10
Another Anime I enjoyed this season with a cool theme of, I got betrayed, now hold my drink. I would have given it a higher score but the long intro on each episode felt a bit lazy. The hair physics in this Anime are just crazy.
The World's Strongest Rearguard: Labyrinth Country's Novice Seeker 7/10
This anime also took me by surprise. I was thinking, OH NO, not another Isekai Anime but I really enjoyed the storyline and building of the characters, especially the MC and how he is developing his… uh… skills? Go watch it.
Here are other Anime I enjoyed this season
- From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2 – 7/10
- Though I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly-Rat Body Swap in the Maiden Court – 7/10
- Hell Mode: The Hardcore Gamer Dominates in Another World with Garbage Balancing 2nd Season – 7/10
- The Forsaken Saintess and Her Foodie Roadtrip in Another World 6/10
- I Became a Legend after My 10 Year-Long Last Stand – 6/10
- Skeleton Knight in Another World 2 – 6/10
- My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren’t Wicked 6/10
Ookami Season Round-up
The Cat and The Dragon
Neko to Ryuu
To me one of the best cosy fantasy anime I have seen in years. It is an anthology of stories about a dragon and a group of magical forest cats. It has slice of life feel but every episode has differet protagonist. To me the anime is a 10 out of 10.
The forsaken saint and her foodie road trip
Suterare Seijo no Isekai Gohan Tabi
Camping in an RV and Isekai, what is not to love. A 9 out of ten for me
Ryoumin 0-nin Start no Henkyou Ryoushu-sama
Supurb Fantasy anime. I love how the MC slowly builds his frontier territory with unconventional subjects. 8 out of 10
Clevatess II
Season 1 was Dark Fantasy with a serving of military genre, season 2 is Dark Fantasy with a mix of School and Supernatural Genre. Clevatess is like the scary uncle to school genres like Harry Potter 7 out of 10
Daisuke Season Round-up
Though I am an Inept Villainess
I didn’t expect to enjoy this anime as much as I did. Im glad I gave it a chance. it might even be my favourite anime this year.
Tomb Raider King
non-stop high octane action from start to finish. and its suprisingly faithful to the webcomic.
BAKA anime of the season - The Exiled Heavy Knight Knows How to Game the System
the story is decent, the animation is jarring and all over the place. Do yourself a favour and read the manga or light novel instead
Retara Season Round-up
Ryoumin 0-nin Start no Henkyou Ryoushu-sama
it’s as good as the light novel and I was truly happily surprised how well they adapted it. Not your typical fantasy hack and slash and I love it for that.
Smoking behind the supermarket
great slice of life anime. I haven’t watched all the available episodes because, like a good cigar, I’m taking my time to savour it.
The forsaken saint and her foodie road trip
another slow life fantasy but this time it’s isekai. Love the camping aspect and so far the anime is making me want to read the light novel/manga.
Chain smoker Cat
only watched a few of the anime but unlike the other smoking anime, this one is like a cheap stogie, cheap, goes down rough, but in the end still a good smoke. I’ll make my way through it the same way…. With a bit of a break between each one for something else.
All-works maid
nice twist on the otome game isekai. It’s more a “just watch to enjoy” anime than a serious one, but that’s what I like about it.
The livid lady
Ah, gotta love a good revenge anime, especially one that’s this clean. Again I had high hopes for this as the light novel was great l, and it didn’t disappoint. This anime is the embodiment of the saying “Hell has no fury like a woman scorned” (William Congreve)…
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