Best Sci-Fi Anime of 2020

After his clash with his younger brother Shou in the Nether, Shinra Kusakabe's determination to become a hero who rescues people from the flame terror grows stronger. He aims to find a method to revert Infernals back to humans, solve the mysteries of the Evangelist and the Adolla Burst, and save both his mother and Shou. Yet Shinra now understands that achieving these objectives will prove difficult, especially given the immediate threat the Evangelist presents. The Evangelist's intention is evident: to collect the eight pillars—those who possess the Adolla Burst—and offer them as a sacrifice to recreate the Great Cataclysm that occurred 250 years ago. With the First Pillar revealing that a new pillar is about to emerge, Shinra is resolved to safeguard his fellow pillars from the Evangelist. Consequently, the fiery conflict between the Special Fire Force and the Evangelist ignites. Alongside the Special Fire Force, Shinra continues his battle, uncovering the truth behind the Great Cataclysm, the nature of Adolla Bursts, and the enigmas surrounding human combustion.

Having bonded through shared grief, the weary Nanachi accompanies Riko and Reg as they venture deeper into the Abyss. They face the Sea of Corpses, the fifth layer and the deepest point from which one can return without losing their humanity. Standing in their way is the masked sadist Bondrewd, whose gruesome laboratory acts as a final barrier for those seeking to go further. The sociopathic scientist intends to exact a heavy toll from Riko’s group. Haunted by Bondrewd’s past cruelty, Nanachi struggles with intense inner turmoil upon his reappearance. The group discovers that Bondrewd’s sole vulnerability is Prushka, an impulsive girl who claims to be his daughter. Riko, Reg, and Nanachi befriend Prushka and collaborate with her to thwart her father’s schemes and reach the sixth layer of the Abyss.

In the neon-drenched metropolis of Kansai, cybernetic displays dominate the landscape, creating an illusion of a technological paradise. Yet lurking in the shadowy alleys behind the gleaming buildings, a ruthless criminal underworld thrives, inhabited by fugitives labeled "Akudama." The Kansai police, well-acquainted with these criminals, initiate the countdown for the public execution of the notorious Akudama known as "Cutthroat," who has slain 999 people. But a cryptic message reaches several elite Akudama, offering them a hefty reward to break Cutthroat free. An unseen force orchestrates the gathering of these dangerous individuals, ensuring that the execution rapidly spirals into a bloody chaos.

The Mizuhanome System is an extremely advanced technology that enables entry into one of the most fascinating realms in existence—the human psyche. By utilizing so-called "cognition particles" left behind at a crime scene by the offender, detectives from the specialized police unit Kura can manifest a criminal's subconscious mind as a surreal stream of thoughts within a virtual space. Their mission is to navigate this psychological realm, known as an "id well," in order to uncover the perpetrator's identity. Not everyone is capable of entering id wells; the requirement is that one must have committed murder themselves. This applies to former detective Akihito Narihisago, who goes by "Sakaido" while inside the id wells. Once a highly regarded member of the police force, a personal tragedy led him to become a criminal himself. Despite this, Narihisago continues to aid Kura while under confinement. Although his exceptional detective abilities remain valuable for solving cases, Narihisago begins to realize that things are not as straightforward as they appear, as behind the seemingly isolated series of murders hides a far darker truth.

After the Scorched Halloween incident, the world learns of a Strategic-class magician with extraordinary power. To track down this individual, the United States of the North American Continent sends its elite magician unit, Stars, led by commander Angie Sirius, on a secret mission to Japan. At First High School, Tatsuya Shiba and his friends hold a farewell party for Shizuku Kitayama, who is leaving for an exchange program in the USNA. Her replacement is the striking Angelina Kudou Shields, also known as Lina. Around this time, Tatsuya discovers that the USNA is trying to uncover his true identity. Meanwhile, in Tokyo, a series of bodies drained of blood are found, blamed on a vampire. Tatsuya quickly connects the clues and concludes that these attacks are unlikely to be coincidental.

In the distant future, the sudden emergence of creatures called Gadoll threatens humanity. The last humans on Earth confine themselves to the Tank, a lower district within the colossal mobile fortress Deca-Dence. The Gears living on the upper floors serve as warriors who go out to fight as part of the Power, while most Tankers are content to provide support from the rear—processing Gadoll meat and reinforcing defenses. Natsume is one of those who would rather be on the front lines; undeterred by her prosthetic right arm, she aims to join the small number of Tanker soldiers who fight alongside the Gears. However, despite the other children at the orphanage each receiving their work assignments, Natsume’s enlistment in the Power remains unapproved. In the meantime, she starts a job as a cleaner on an armor repair team led by the stern and indifferent Kaburagi, who seems to be more than he appears. Though initially cold to his idealistic subordinate, he soon recognizes in her the potential to disrupt the world’s established order. As her new mentor, Kaburagi prepares Natsume for the special and unique role of a game-changing bug in the system.

The Daihasei Festival is underway, which naturally means Tokiwadai Middle School—a prestigious all-girls' school—is also taking part. Even with the "Ace of Tokiwadai," Mikoto Misaka, in the competition, the other participating students are still giving their all to win, no matter how hopeless it seems against her overwhelming power. But it's not all just fun and games. Because of the festival, Academy City opens its doors to the outside world, and various groups start plotting ways to infiltrate the city. Misaka appears to be a target, and as the festival goes on, people hiding in the shadows begin to surface. Toaru Kagaku no Railgun T brings back the Tokiwadai Ace and her friends as they delve deeper into the dark side of Academy City. From terrorist attacks to ruthless underground projects, anything is possible in this city.

Five years ago, Earth was invaded by alien parasites called the "Kiseichuu." With their own species on the brink of extinction, the Kiseichuu aim to wipe out humanity by systematically destroying their sexual desire, causing the human race to die off naturally. To counter this threat, the HxEros device was created—a powerful weapon that can only be fully wielded by individuals with high levels of erotic energy. High school student Retto Enjou, who holds a deep grudge against the Kiseichuu, joins a team of HxEros users to fight back and protect humanity. Since their gear relies on erotic energy as a power source, the team must keep their libido levels high to stay battle-ready at all times. Living in a house full of passionate girls, Enjou won't have to worry about running out of power anytime soon.

Continuing directly from the first season, Juzo Inui, also known as Gun Slave Unit Device 13, now possesses Rosa's data. While it appears that various parties want it—either to expose its contents or eliminate it—the truth is that nobody actually cares about it. Wachowski, the head of the anti-Extremist terrorist group Spitzbergen, pressures Tetsurō into using Harmony to force Juzo to eliminate Gun Slave Unit Device 7, an operative working for Berühren. Juzo does eventually clash with Seven, but amid the corruption and betrayals, Berühren remains the one pulling all the strings.

In 2030, Japan has been entirely consumed by a viral outbreak called "Gibia," which transforms those infected into a variety of monsters depending on their age, gender, and ethnicity. A samurai and a ninja from the early Edo period are transported through time to a devastated Japan, where they join a professor who is searching for a cure to the virus. As a team, they battle countless Gibia creatures, criminals, and other dangerous enemies on their quest to rescue humanity.

Following the death of her father, a young woman takes over Miracle Entertainment and its flagship show, Miracle Finder, which has recently faded into obscurity. Desperate to prevent the program's cancellation, she seeks a fresh concept and discovers Evol, a mysterious gene that grants superhuman abilities and represents the next stage of evolution. Yet, this marvel could ignite a ruthless struggle for human survival. Her immersion into the world of Evolvers is interrupted by four men: Kira, a cheerful idol; Simon, a Loveland University professor and neuroscientist; Zen, the stoic CEO of Loveland Financial Group and Miracle Entertainment’s benefactor; and Haku, her high school senpai who transitioned from a delinquent to a police officer. Amidst a wave of bizarre incidents across the city, she must uncover the truth behind Evol and Black Swan, the shadowy organization linked to numerous attacks and her father’s demise. She must determine her role in their grand scheme and understand how the men surrounding her are tied to the mystery.

In a realm consumed by strife, the Party of Words introduced Hypnosis Microphones, devices that allow users to channel lyrics capable of impacting the listener’s mind and inflicting physical harm. These mics revolutionized combat, turning words and music into the exclusive weapons of gangsters, terrorists, and the military, while rendering physical arms obsolete. Seizing power amidst the turmoil, the all-female Party of Words now governs Japan. Women reside in Chuuouku, while men fight for surrounding territories through rap battles. For reasons unknown, the Party of Words assembles the disbanded members of the legendary crew The Dirty Dawg to compete not for land, but for their crews' pride and honor in the ultimate rap showdown. The first Division Rap Battle is about to begin, and these rappers will have no time for practice.

In a reality where music has vanished, a young boy crosses paths with Myuu, an enigmatic girl harboring an audio input jack within her. Together, they delve into the legacy of rock music and set off on a remarkable adventure.

After reflecting on memories of his deceased grandmother, Nobita Nobi longs to see her once more and requests Doraemon’s help to travel back in time. During a heartwarming reunion, his grandmother shares her wish to meet the woman who will become his wife. Out of deep affection, Nobita agrees to the request and hastily boards the time machine with Doraemon to journey into the future. Upon arriving at Nobita’s wedding day, the pair finds that the future Nobita has vanished from the ceremony. Committed to fixing the situation, Doraemon and Nobita set out on a quest to locate his future self, hoping to guide him toward the happiness he truly deserves.

Efforts to launch a fresh assault on the Neuroi, an enigmatic species of extraterrestrial invaders, are in full swing. The primary goal is to seize Berlin, the capital of the Empire of Karlsland, a strategic move essential for eradicating the Neuroi menace from Europe. Yet, given the enemy’s ability to adapt to combat conditions daily, the combined might of the allied forces and the existing Striker technology may fall short of securing a decisive win. At the same time, Yoshika Miyafuji, a Witch hailing from Fuso, is pursuing medical studies in Lausanne. After regaining her magical abilities following a recent episode that stripped them away, she is keen to contribute to the war. The summons to battle arrives promptly, requiring the dispersed members of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing to reunite for one last offensive against the foe.

In 1941, a year after Sotetsu Genan's defeat, Imperial Combat Revue Flower Division captain Seijuurou Kamiyama leaves Tokyo on a secret mission, with Sakura Amamiya taking temporary charge. After an incident in Europe, Kamiyama brings a young Russian girl named Klara M. Ruzhkova and places her under the Flower Division's protection. Moscow Combat Revue captain Valery Kaminski is dispatched to Tokyo to take Klara back, forcing the Flower Division to prevent him.

Final chapter of Disney's Fireball series.

Earth Energy is a naturally occurring force produced by the planet's rotation. A mysterious alien invader called Dark Spinner has arrived from space to steal this Earth Energy and convert it into Dark Energy. The only ones capable of opposing them are twin brothers Raiga and Kuga, who battle alongside the Earth defense team Earth Granner. Can they succeed in protecting the planet?

Eighth season of the Washimo series.

Music video for the song Yes and No by Dreams Come True.