As the year draws to a close, Google has unveiled its most-searched terms for 2024, includinga dedicated slot for the anime category. The top 10 anime on this list feature several expected entries, with the recent global sensationDandadansecuring an impressive #2 spot. Science Saru’sDandadanhas rightfully earned its place, delivering fans nearly every element one could hope for in an entertainment medium.
Google’s data highlights the growing interest in anime, withDandadanskyrocketing in popularity following the release of Episode #7. This episode surprised fans with thetragic backstory of the Acrobatic Silky, cementing the anime’s place among the year’s most talked-about series. However, the top-searched anime of 2024, while an expected contender for the list, claimed the #1 spot for a reason that firmly justifies its position.
Mashle Takes the First Spot in Google’s Top 10 Anime List
Season 2 of Mashle, Released During the Winter of 2024, Has One Good Reason For Its Popularity
According to the list provided by Google Trends,Mashle: Magic and Musclesclaims the top spotin the anime category of this year. The second season follows Mash on his journey to becoming a Divine Visionary. Spanning twelve episodes, the season showcases Mash and his friends facing numerous challenges to achieve their goals. True to its shōnen roots, the anime introduces a classic trope during this arc, the interference of villains amidst the tests.
However, it is evident that the popularity of Mashle as the number one anime on the Google Trends list can largely be attributed to its opening theme, Bling-Bling-Bling-Born by Creepy Nuts. This track also claimed the top spot in Japan’s humming search category on Google Trends, further proving that the anime’s success owes much to the incredible score crafted by the Hip-Hop duo.
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Therefore, it is reasonable to assume thatDandadanalso secured the #2 spot on the list largely due to Creepy Nuts, who produced its viral opening theme, Otonoke, much like the success of Bling-Bling-Bling-Born for Mashle. This data suggests that the rankings are based on virality rather than the anime itself as the primary metric. Nonetheless, it is great to see other deserving anime, as expected by fans, also making it onto the list.
Many Great Anime Were Featured in Google’s Top Anime of 2024
FollowingDandadanat #2,Kaiju No. 8by Production I.G. claims the #3 spot, withMy Deer Friend NokotanandThe Elusive Samuraisecuring the #4 and #5 spots, respectively. Ufotable’s latest addition to theDemon Slayerfranchise, theHashira Training Arc, takes #6, while the rom-com and sports hybrid anime Blue Box lands at #7, edging out the recent global sensationDragon Ball Daima, which holds the #8 spot.
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The second-to-last spot on Google’s top 10 anime list is claimed by another sports and drama-themed anime,Oblivion Battery, withDelicious in Dungeonrounding out the list in the final position. While the high rankings ofMashleandDandadanin Google’s top Anime of 2024 highlight the influence of virality in these metrics, the inclusion ofMy Deer Friend NokotanandOblivion Batteryemphasizes that each anime earned its place by offering unique and engaging experiences that captivated viewers.
Dandadan
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Two high school students, embroiled in a wager to prove the existence of ghosts or aliens, encounter daunting paranormal threats, acquire superpowers, and possibly discover love. The series blends supernatural elements with personal dynamics as the protagonists navigate their newfound abilities and unexpected challenges.
