Entertainment Updates : Is Isekai Anime Really That Popular? A New Report Proves the Genre Is Thriving

Source: https://screenrant.com/popular-anime-genre-action-isekai-data/

MetaAI:

Isekai Anime Remains Extremely Popular

A recent report from White Box Entertainment reveals that isekai anime was the second most popular anime genre in 2024, just behind action. This genre, which involves transporting protagonists to another world, has seen exponential growth over the past decade.

Key Findings

Isekai anime ranked second with a popularity score of 15, closely following action's score of 15.1.
Fantasy was the third most popular genre, with a score of 13.4.
Isekai anime has been a staple in the anime world since the 90s, with influential series like Inuyasha, Digimon Adventure, and Sword Art Online.

What's Next for Isekai Anime?

2025 is expected to be another strong year for isekai content, with new shows like Übel Blatt and Headhunter to Another World, as well as returning favorites like Re:Zero and Shangri-La Frontier. If its popularity continues to trend upward, isekai may become the number one most-watched anime genre in 2025.

Opinion:

Interesting Stats. It makes sense though. Watching anime should be an escape from life? 😂. It should showcase things humans don't normally do or unable to do.