The fantasy genre is taking over the anime landscape with some sensational recent titles. FROM Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Delicious in the Dungeon on Wizard's Hat StudioThese solid series have made the genre more popular and creatively refreshing for new fans. After all, they were animated by modern standards, in addition to their heartfelt storytelling.
The 20 Best Fantasy Anime of All Time, Ranked
Which is the best fantasy anime to watch in 2026? Frieren, One Piece, Made in Abyss, Black Clover and more.
While these new titles boast incredible visuals and highly polished production quality, many anime fans feel that plenty of standout fantasy series released years ago deserve the same treatment. With a remake, these fantasy anime could regain their footing and finally get the high-quality adaptation that fans have always hoped for.
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Code Geass
Code Geass is a solid fantasy and mecha anime that has aged very well in many ways. The live animation still looks beautiful, from the fight scenes to the unique mecha designs of Knightmare Frames. Watching it today still provides a stunning experience, perhaps even better than most modern anime released in 2020 could deliver.
While Code Geass franchise continues to release new projects, some of which still feature the iconic lead character Lelouche Lamperouge, nothing beats the original anime series that came out in 2006. Code Geass if it got a remake with more modern animation while maintaining the same level of storytelling and ethereal soundtrack that the anime is known for, it could instantly regain its foothold among fans.
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Bleach
With release Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War The anime series based on Tite Kubo's manga has finally received its well-deserved modern treatment. The recent release addresses many of the flaws of the old anime series, from unnecessary filler and outdated animation to the inconsistent pacing that once made it difficult for viewers to consume hundreds of episodes.
While Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War it is still ongoing and is due to return in July 2026, which is the announcement of the remake Bleach an anime released in 2004 would also be greeted with immense enthusiasm and appreciation. Just the idea of the 2004 series without the filler combined with top-notch animation already feels like the ultimate version of the series. If One piece so it does Bleach he deserves it too.
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Cardcaptor Sakura
Transforming into a magical girl like Sakura Kinomoto would be every fan's dream come true Cardcaptor Sakura anime. This is one of the OG magical girl series that has inspired countless fans to stand up for themselves and face every challenge with courage and kindness, all while wearing an adorable magical girl costume if possible.
While Cardcaptor Sakura received a sequel in 2018 with the Clear Card Arc adaptation, the original series, released in April 1998, could have included a modern remake that improves its pace while maintaining its classic aesthetic. Improved production quality could also improve character interactions and especially Sakura's Clow Card capture sequences.
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The Promised Neverland Season 2
When the second season The Promised Land of No Land was announced, fans immediately felt the excitement of watching the first season from start to finish. After all, the first season provided an unforgettable ride with the children in the orphanage learning the truth about their mother and the horrors of the outside world.
Unfortunately, The Promised Land of No Land Season 2 failed to live up to the high standards set by its highly acclaimed first season. Not only did it leave out key scenes from the manga, but it also underwent major development, leading to a disappointing second season. No wonder fans are still clamoring for a season 2 remake, a new adaptation that could be faithful to the source material and have the same, if not better, level of animation than the first installment.
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Flame of Recca
Once in a while, anime fans scour the internet to find out if Flame of Recca will finally see a remake announcement, especially now that production studios are reviving classic titles released in the 90s.
Unfortunately, Flame of Recca has yet to receive its long-awaited remake, which could improve its overall production quality and perhaps even adapt the remaining arcs in the manga series. Flame of Recca is a cult classic among shonen and fantasy anime fans, starring a fire-wielding protagonist named Recca Hanabishi who, like YuYu Hakusho's Yusuke Urameshi, gets involved in a fighting tournament to protect his loved ones.
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Crazy
It calls for proper adjustment Crazy they are infinite. Despite past anime adaptations, longtime fans are still clamoring to see a proper remake that lives up to Kentaro Miura's original vision for the beloved manga series.
While the very first Crazy anime has its place in anime history, it only scratches the tip of the iceberg, leaving much of Guts' dark and complex journey largely unexplored. Subsequent adaptations also failed to impress, leaving fans frustrated but hopeful for a well-deserved remake one day.
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Noblesse
If only A-1 Pictures could lift the manhwa as Solo leveling to new heights, the same treatment may be possible Noblessewhich failed to engage audiences with its incredibly rushed 2020 anime adaptation. Noblesse is one of the most popular manhw, loved for its power fantasy elements and simple but great premise, much like Solo leveling.
While Solo leveling plays a protagonist who can level up, Noblesse represents a pureblood vampire respected and feared by other vampires, humans, werewolves, and the like. The story of Noblesse is now complete and a proper remake could finally give the series the love and attention it deserves from anime fans around the world.
