Once again, IGN’s readers voted in a poll to pick what the next Top 25 list we would tackle is, and this time around the best anime series won!

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Picking just 25 titles was really difficult, but our team of anime experts eventually came up with this list. We took several things into consideration when choosing our 25: Did the anime leave its mark on the culture in a meaningful way? Did they influence the industry and genre? And, of course, did we just like them?Read on (or swipe through the slideshow) for IGN’s picks for the 25 Best Anime Series, or watch our video on the top 10 above, and be sure to let us know in the comments what your favorites are!

25. Sailor Moon

24. Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun

23. Dragon Ball Z

22. Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju

21. Ranma ½

Our Favorite Anime Now that we've picked what we consider to be the best anime, we also wanted to share our personal #1 top series. Here's the all-time favorite anime of IGN's staff:

Kill la Kill (Miranda Sanchez)

(Miranda Sanchez) Monster (Mitchell Saltzman)

(Mitchell Saltzman) One Piece (Mike Mamon)

(Mike Mamon) Dragon Ball Z (Akeem Lawanson)

(Akeem Lawanson) Hunter x Hunter (Casey DeFrietas)

(Casey DeFrietas) Lupin the 3rd (Nick Limon)

(Nick Limon) FLCL (Yusuf McCoy)

(Yusuf McCoy) Sailor Moon (Terri Schwartz)

(Terri Schwartz) Sailor Moon (Laura Prudom)

(Laura Prudom) Cowboy Bebop (Jesse Schedeen)

20. Kill la Kill

19. Revolutionary Girl Utena

18. Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders

17. My Hero Academia

16. Devilman Crybaby

15. Naruto Shippuden

14. Baccano

Honorable Mentions Everyone on the IGN staff who voted for this list had at least one favorite anime that didn't make the cut. These are the titles we would've included if we could have!

Puella Magi Madoka Magica (Miranda Sanchez)

(Miranda Sanchez) Higurashi no Naku Koro ni (Mitchell Saltzman)

(Mitchell Saltzman) Haikyuu!! (Mike Mamon)

(Mike Mamon) Tenchi Muyo (Akeem Lawanson)

(Akeem Lawanson) Psycho-Pass (Casey DeFrietas)

(Casey DeFrietas) Mobile Suit Gundam 08th MS Team (Nick Limon)

(Nick Limon) Haikyuu!! (Yusuf McCoy)

(Yusuf McCoy) Pokemon (Terri Schwartz)

(Terri Schwartz) Yuri!!! on ICE (Laura Prudom)

(Laura Prudom) Trigun (Jesse Schedeen)

Like Dragon Ball Z, Sailor Moon was the introductory anime to many fans that got them hooked for life.This series is greater than the sum of its already fantastic parts, with gorgeous animation, an empowering story of friendship and love with a rich mythology, and characters who felt real, with flaws, goals and heartbreak to humanize them against a larger-than-life fantastical backdrop. You didn’t keep watching each monster-of-the-week episode to see how the Sailor Scouts would take him down; you kept watching because you wanted to see the chemistry between Usagi, Rei, Ami, Makoto and Minako in everything from playing in the arcade to learning the secrets of the ir Moon Kingdom heritage. Sailor Moon has stood the test of time as a seminal anime that many modern classics have evolved from and been inspired by, from the way it helped cement the mahou shoujo genre to its incredibly progressive presentation of well-rounded LGBT characters. Plus, those outfits were amazing. –Terri Schwartz There are no magical girls or mechas to be found in Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun -- just an incredibly sweet slice of life story. Chiyo Sakura, a high schooler, has a crush on her older classmate Umetaro Nozaki. She gathers her courage to confess her affections, but he misunderstands and thinks she’s a fan offering to work for him as an assistant. Chiyo is shocked to discover that Nozaki is one of her favorite manga authors, writing romance comics under a woman’s pen name! She becomes a part of his life, helping him create girls’ comics inspired by their eccentric friends at school. Hilarious and heartwarming, this series is a rare anime that can always give you a smile when you need it the most. –Kelly Knox Dragon Ball Z was a gateway drug for many a young anime fan, and for good reason. The series isn't particularly deep, as it basically revolves around superhuman martial artist Goku and his friends testing their mettle against an increasingly powerful and outlandish series of foes. But what the series lacks in terms of plot, it more than makes up for in humor, kooky characters and incredible action. How can you not have fun with a martial arts fantasy where most of the characters are strong enough to shatter planets with their bare hands? –Jesse Schedeen Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinjū is a relatively new anime, having premiered in winter 2016, and yet it is one that will have a long, long legacy. It tells the story of a former convict who asks a rakugo master to train him as an apprentice after being captivated by a rakugo performance. Rakugo is a traditional Japanese form of performative storytelling that has similarities to both modern stand-up comedy and the Greek and Irish traditions of retelling lengthy epic poems like those of Homer. The show is at once a love letter to this fading Japanese art form and also an exploration of the clash between traditional and modern Japan. Rakugo performances are shown in full, and the show deals heavily with themes of sexism, change, tradition, and modernization. It’s an intensely original story that really digs into the heart of Japanese traditional art and the often-difficult changes Japanese culture has gone through in modern times. –Will Harris Though its animation may be outdated by today’s standards, both the heart and (most of) the hilarity of Ranma ½ still hold up today. Few anime are better at slapstick comedy than Ranma ½, largely because its premise and characters are so utterly absurd and so full of comedic possibilities -- whether it be Ryoga’s impossibly bad sense of direction, Shampoo’s ill-fated schemes to try and win the affection of Ranma, or Genma’s hilarious panda pantomiming. –Mitchell Saltzman Any clip from Kill la Kill is immediately identifiable and for good reason: its unique design and animation are an energetic delight and its eccentricity, action, and heart are rarely blended as well by any other anime. Kill la Kill features the tense rivalry of Ryuko Matoi and Satsuki Kiryuin. Ryuko is looking for the other half of a massive scissor blade whose wielder slew her father, and Satsuki's iron fist rule over the school and surrounding town makes her the prime suspect. Much like Kill la Kill director's other works, the first conflict against these two girls in super-powered sailor suits is merely just a starting point for their adventure. Kill la Kill's fan service and certain uncomfortable scenes can make it a tough one to recommend, but it's one hell of an exciting ride at its heart. —Miranda Sanchez There is simply no other anime as stylish and unforgettable as Revolutionary Girl Utena. From its distinctive character design, to its striking music, to its subversion of fairy tales and magical girls, Utena stands out in the heyday of ’90s anime. It’s also incredibly romantic and packed with graceful action, and at just 39 television episodes, a binge-worthy, must-see series for anime fans. The story follows Utena Tenjou, a tomboy who’s popular with all the girls at a prestigious academy. She dreams of becoming a prince, and when she finds herself wrapped up in the machinations of the Student Council, she has her chance to duel for the princess -- and enters a world that she never expected. –Kelly Knox Oh my god! This is a normal response from watching this weirdly amazing shounen anime that follows the different generations of the Joestar family. The influential manga series has been around since 1987 and has only been airing the anime since 2012. Stardust Crusaders follows Jotaro Kujo (Get it? JoJo?), a high school student who finds himself with an unnatural power known as a “Stand” due to his bloodline. Jotaro goes on a quest to save his mother with his new found power, while being hunted down by the oddest of assassins. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders is full of amazing action, wild characters, and iconic moments that will live on through the anime community (and memes). – Mike Mamon Superhero stories are a dime a dozen, but My Hero Academia offers a unique twist on the familiar genre by focusing on Izuku Midoriya, a hero who was born without powers (but is determined to save people regardless) in a world full of folks with abilities. Even after he earns the "quirk" he's always dreamed of, MHA constantly finds ways to challenge Midoriya's traditional hero's journey by offering new twists on well-worn tropes, exploring what it means to be a hero with consistent humor and heart -- not to mention some spectacular action sequences. Between its stunning animation, loveable roster of well-developed supporting characters, and talent for coming up with some of the most ridiculous and unique superpowers ever committed to the screen, My Hero Academia is a breath of fresh air -- frequently silly, often sweet, and consistently surprising. –Laura Prudom Unlike most of Netflix's original programming, Devilman Crybaby offers a succinct and moving story in the span of 10 episodes. But be warned, Devilman Crybaby is sure to make younger viewers with parents in the room extremely uncomfortable with its explicit depictions of sex, violence, and profanity. But in its exploration of what some may deem filth, Devilman Crybaby finds humanity. This loose interpretation of the biblical apocalypse -- Devilman Crybaby is a profoundly modern take on the Book of Revelation -- is a study of love, sacrifice, and God's love (or disdain) for humanity. The modern lens helps the biblical punches find their way into contemporary guts. And thanks to the gorgeous style, bangin' Japanese hip hop, and a cast of memorable characters, you don't really mind the pain. –Nick Limon The long-running Naruto series has been referred to as one of the “big three” anime because of its wild popularity around the world, and for good reason. It’s full of action-packed fight sequences, hilariously fun moments, and dramatic scenes that pull at your heartstrings. In Naruto Shippuden, the story takes a darker and more serious tone as the characters are now older and face even more daunting challenges from the shadows as well as themselves. The Naruto anime series is known for its memorable characters and relationships, and it continues to be one of the biggest shounen anime ever, even long after it has ended. – Mike Mamon In just 16 episodes, Baccano packs more story and intrigue than most anime are able to in twice or even three times that amount. It’s a fast-paced thrill ride, not unlike the unforgettable train ride that serves as the centerpiece of its twisty story, and it features some of the most memorable psychopaths you’ll find in anime. Baccano unfolds like a puzzle, with almost every episode providing you with a new revelation that totally flips the way you’ve viewed things thus far. And even beyond all of that, it also has one of the best dubs you’ll ever hear. –Mitchell Saltzman