Chainsaw Man is well-known for its brutality and intense action scenes. From the very first episode, this MAPPA-produced anime plunges into bloody scenes that will leave you shocked. Although it was initially considered overhyped, Chainsaw Man has received praise from viewers. In fact, on Myanimelist, Chainsaw Man has a rating of 9.01 and is ranked second in the Top Airing Anime list.
For those who love Chainsaw Man, here are 5 anime recommendations with similar levels of brutality, gore, and touching moments:
1. Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan depicts the struggle of humanity against humanoid Titans who eat human beings. These Titans are humans who have been transformed into giant creatures with no humanity or empathy. Eren, our protagonist, is one of the humans who has been given the power of Titan. He’s determined to save his friends from the Titans’ attack. Similar to Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan is a dark anime filled with tense fight scenes between humans fighting to survive the Titans’ attack, and the cruel actions of Titans devouring humans.
2. Dororo
Dororo is a story about hunting demons. Though not a new theme, this anime presents an interesting story. It centers around Hyakkimaru, who was sacrificed as a toll by his own father. Many thought he was dead, but he was saved by a doctor. As an adult, he hunts demons to regain his former body. Hyakkimaru’s power is not possessed because of being possessed by demons or monsters. Similar to Denji, Hyakkimaru struggles through a difficult life.
3. Hellsing Ultimate
Hellsing Ultimate follows the Hellsing organization, tasked with eliminating supernatural creatures that disrupt the peace in England. Our protagonist is Alucard, a powerful vampire who fights these creatures. This anime reboot has a fast-paced plot and a dark storyline set in a world at war. It’s full of brutal and cruel scenes. Hellsing Ultimate and Chainsaw Man share the same gloomy atmosphere, and the main character is portrayed as someone who doesn’t care about the creatures he kills. All he knows is that he does it to survive.
4. Jujutsu Kaisen
Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen are often compared, and it’s not surprising that they have similarities. Both are produced by MAPPA, and both have a dark and bloody world. Yuji’s body is a vessel for Sukuna’s Curse King, while Denji’s body fuses with Pochita, the chainsaw-shaped devil dog. Yuji and Denji are both people who don’t want to draw attention to themselves. Yuji struggles to avoid execution, while Denji struggles to live a decent life.
Watching the above anime requires a strong mentality. The bloody and violent scenes might make you cringe, but the stories they tell are undeniably fascinating. If you’re a fan of Chainsaw Man, give these anime a chance and see if they meet your expectations.
