10 most underrated Spring 2024 anime, ranked

With the current anime season now reaching its end, there are a lot of underrated Spring 2024 anime series that could get lost in the infinite abyss of anime series because they didn't get unexplored by the anime fandom.

The reason behind this could be very unfortunate as not all series got to enjoy the same limelight and promotion as the big guns of this season did: for instance, anime series like Kaiju no. 8, Konosuba season 3, and many others. This is unfortunate because these underrated Spring 2024 anime offer a plotline as amazing, if not more, than the famous series of this season.

So, for the convenience of the fandom, this article will compile ten of the most underrated Spring 2024 anime series that was as enjoyable, if not more, than this season's famous series.

Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed here solely belong to the author.

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10) An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride

Nephelia as seen in the anime (Image via Brain's Base)

A wholesome take on the run-of-the-mill fantasy genre, An Archdemon's Dilemma follows the story of Zagan, who falls in love with an elf who he witnessed during an auction, and as the plot progresses, he learns new things about himself as well as the elf.

The story isn't too hard on the plot, as most of it is focused on how Zagan tries his best to love and care for Nephelia, the elf he bought during the auction. This makes the series an underrated Spring 2024 anime and a good recommendation for fans who return home tired and want to watch something that could energize them.

9) Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night

Kano as seen in the anime (Image via Doga Koba)

The underrated Spring 2024 anime series that has already paid homage to a lot of pop culture references Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night, tells the tale of Mahiru and a group of other girls who work hard to promote their band, JELLE and revolutionize music.

Coming from the same animation studios as Oshi no Ko, the series takes a fun twist on the music genre by adding pop culture references and catchy music songs to which anime fans can vibe anytime.

8) Whisper Me a Love Song

Himari as seen in the anime (Image via Yokohama Animation Lab & Cloud Hearts)

One of the two girls love anime series airing this season, Whisper Me a Love Song is an underrated Spring 2024 anime series that has taken its genre to a new level with its amazing animation and character designs.

Similar to Adachi and Shimamura, this series could also go unnoticed by fans who love amazing animation but are genre-specific, due to which they ignore the girls' love genre. The series follows Asanagi, who is adamant about making Himari fall for her.

7) Tadaema, Okaeri

Fujiyoshi as seen in the anime (Image via Studio Deen)

Probably the most unique anime series of this anime season, Tadaema, Okaeri follows the story of Hiromu and Masaki, a same-gender couple who face discrimination in their marriage from society and live every day appreciating each other.

Although the series could be a miss for the majority of the fandom who don't like to indulge in this genre, it is one of the most underrated Spring 2024 anime series that shouldn't go unnoticed by the fandom.

6) Bartender: Glass of God

Sasakura as seen in the anime (Image via Liber)

An anime series that has more than just alcohol knowledge; Bartender: The Glass of God is an anime series that introduces fans to alcohol of all kinds with a heavy plot line that complements its genres.

The story is centered around Sasakura, a professional bartender at the famous Japanese hotel Hotel Cardinal, who requested to work as their bartender. Still, for some reason, Sasakura hesitates every time. The anime series could already be on the droplist of some fans due to its list, but if fans knew the real plot, they would go out of their way to watch it.

5) Go! Go! Loser Ranger!

Sakurama as seen in the anime (Image via Yostar Pictures)

Go! Go! Ranger! is an underrated Spring 2024 anime series that is centered around a group of fake heroes who plan every rescue from dangerous monsters, but one of these monsters has had enough, and he has his own ways of taking revenge.

The series was an immediate hit due to its unique plotline and amazing character designs that resembled the old heroes anime characters who wore skin-tight costumes to fight evil.

4) Blue Archive The Animation

Hoshino as seen in the anime (Image via Yostar Pictures & Studio Candy Box)

The anime adaptation of the famous game of the same name, Blue Archive, was one of the most unexpected hits of this season. Where there aren't many expectations from the anime adaptations of games, this series delivered in every aspect.

The series takes place in Kivotos, where every schoolgirl is armed with rifles and has to defend their school from others. Although the anime is not as popular as its source, the game is still among the most underrated Spring 2024 anime series.

3) Laid-Back Camp season 3 (Yuru Camp season 3)

Ayano as seen in the anime (Image via 8bit)

The third sequel of the series that returned with a surprise studio change, Yuru Camp season 3, is one of the highest-rated anime series of this season. Despite having new character designs and different pacing compared to the previous seasons, its true fans showered the series with love.

The sequel saw Rin and Nadeshiko continue their camping adventurers as some old friends joined them. The main selling point of this series is its visuals and soothing music, making it one of the most underrated Spring 2024 anime series.

2) Mission: Yozakura Family

Tadano (left) and Mitsumi (right) (Image via Silver Link)

The anime that brought back the vibes of Spy x Family, Mission: Yozakura Family, is centered around Taiyo, who marries his childhood friend to enter her family and protect her from assassination attempts.

It is one of the most underrated Spring 2024 anime series as it follows an animation that could be better than some of the famous anime series of this season. Moreover, the character development of each character goes side by side in each episode, making this one of the best anime adaptations of the Spring season.

1) The Fable

The Fable as seen in the anime (Image via Tezuka Production)

The most underrated Spring 2024 anime series that hardly received any promotion online, and there could be a chance that its manga fans are also unaware of its anime adaptation, The Fable is the anime adaptation of one of the best manga series of the same name.

Centered around the notorious criminal who is famous for leaving none of his targets alive, the series is centered around the assassin living a quiet life alongside his partner as they kill people beyond a certain limit. The series is known for its comedy, which could be the best one the anime fandom has received in years.

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Edited by Toshali Kritika