Top 18 Super Robot Anime to watch

These robots tend to have almost semi-magical attacks, which seem impossible or non-realistic, and/or perform non-realistic transformation sequences where they seem to gain/lose mass and utterly change their form, even if it means making their super-hard armour bend like plastic sheets.

1. Kidou Senshi Gundam GQuuuuuuX

Amate Yuzuriha is a high-school student living peacefully in a space colony floating in outer space.

When she meets a war refugee named Nyaan, Amate is drawn into the illegal mobile suit dueling sport known as Clan Battle.

Under the entry name "Machu," she throws herself into fierce battle day after day, piloting the GQuuuuuuX. Then an unidentified Gundam mobile suit pursued by both the space force and the police appears before her, along with its pilot, a boy named Shuji.

Now their world is about to enter a new era.

Note: Prior to broadcasting, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-" — a theatrical version using re-edited episodes — is scheduled to debut in Japan on January 17, 2025.

Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX is currently airing and it will have 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 機動戦士Gundam GQuuuuuuX, Kidou Senshi Gundam GQuuuuuuX

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2. Darling in the FranXX

The distant future: Humanity established the mobile fort city, Plantation, upon the ruined wasteland. Within the city were pilot quarters, Mistilteinn, otherwise known as the “Birdcage.” That is where the children live... Their only mission in life was the fight. Their enemies are the mysterious giant organisms known as Kyoryu. The children operate robots known as FRANXX in order to face these still unseen enemies. Among them was a boy who was once called a child prodigy: Code number 016, Hiro. One day, a mysterious girl called Zero Two appears in front of Hiro. “I’ve found you, my Darling.”

DARLING in the FRANXX is finished and has 24 Episodes. It is also Known as: ダーリン・イン・ザ・フランキス, Darling in the FranXX

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3. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Movie 2: Lagann-hen

Seven years have passed after the battle of Teppelin... Humans have since reclaimed the surface of the earth and enjoy an unprecedented period of peace and prosperity. However, humanity's increasing population growth triggers the sudden emergence of an unknown, powerful enemy.

The fearsome, manipulative power of the mysterious Anti-Spiral proves too overwhelming for humans to even fight back. When everyone becomes desperate and loses hope, Team Dai-Gurren members reunite to stand up once again!

Gurren Lagann The Movie: The Lights in the Sky are Stars is a Movie. It is also Known as: 天元突破グレンラガン 螺巌篇, Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Movie 2

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4. SSSS.GRIDMAN

Yuta Hibiki can’t remember who he is, and now he’s seeing and hearing things that others don’t! A voice from an old computer tells him to remember his calling, and he sees a massive, unmoving creature in the distance. Nothing’s making sense—until the behemoth springs to life! Suddenly, Yuta is pulled into the digital world, reappearing in the real one as the colossal hero—Gridman!

SSSS.GRIDMAN is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: SSSS.GRIDMAN, SSSS.GRIDMAN

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5. Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go!

The Super Robot Monkey Team is set in Shuggazoom, a city that takes up a good portion of its planet, also named Shuggazoom. The rest of the planet is called "The Zone of Wasted Years."

The main character is a boy named Chiro. When he was exploring the outskirts of the city, he stumbles upon a giant abandoned robot. Once inside, his curiosity gets the better of him, and he pulls on an old, untouched switch, thus awakening the five robotic monkeys that form the Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce. In the process, Chiro also fused himself with the Power Primate, allowing him to transform into the brave fighter and bold leader of the team.

Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! is finished and has 52 Episodes.

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6. Yuusha Exkaiser

When aliens plan to invade earth, the young Kouta along with a giant robot from outspace named Exkaiser must team up to save the world and his friends.

The Brave Fighter Exkizer is finished and has 48 Episodes. It is also Known as: 勇者エクスカイザー, Brave Exkaiser

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7. Yuuki Bakuhatsu Bang Bravern

Bang Brave Bang Bravern is set in a world where humanoid armored weapons known as “Titatonostrider” are used in warfare. The story kicks off when troops from various countries converge on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, including the main characters, Ao Isami of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and Lewis Smith of the United States Marine Corps. Isami and Smith cross paths during battle, but suddenly their teams are attacked by an unknown enemy, scattering soldiers and sending their forces into disarray. In order to save their friends and survive on the deadly battlefield, they must fight with every ounce of courage and pride that they can muster.

Bang Brave Bang Bravern is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 勇気爆発バーンブレイバーン, Yuuki Bakuhatsu Bang Bravern

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8. Kidou Senshi Gundam: The Origin - Zenya Akai Suisei

A re-edited TV version of the six theatrical events that took place from 2014 through 2018.

Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin - Advent of the Red Comet is finished and has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: 機動戦士ガンダム THE ORIGIN 前夜 赤い彗星, Kidou Senshi Gundam: The Origin - Zenya Akai Suisei

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9. Shinkalion: Change the World

"Unknown" is a mysterious enemy that suddenly appeared a long time ago. As a countermeasure, the "Evolutionary Railway Development Agency" has developed the "Shinkalion" robot that transform into bullet trains, to prepare for the threat.

"I want to be a cool person who can protect something..." Taisei Oonari, a second-year junior high school student, transfers to Shinkai Gakuen Middle School in search of clues about his older sister who disappeared two years ago.

Just then, the Unknown appears for the first time in 10 years. Taisei happens to have a high aptitude value as a Shinkalion pilot, and is forced to make a decision to fight it. What is the true nature of the Unknown and what is its purpose? What is the truth that comes to light at the end of the fight? The story of the boys' determination and growth begins now.

Shinkansen Henkei Robo is finished and has 39 Episodes. It is also Known as: シンカリオン チェンジ ザ ワールド, Shinkalion: Change the World

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10. ALL YOU NEED IS KILL

After an unidentified plant from outer space invasion, Rita finds herself trapped in a time loop, forced to relive the same day over and over again. With each loop, she learns. She fights. Her memories and experiences sharpen her skills, turning her into a formidable warrior. Yet, the endless cycle of death and solitude begins to wear her down. Then, she meets Keiji. "I've been repeating this day too," he says. Two lost souls, trapped in an endless war. Could their meeting change fate?

ALL YOU NEED IS KILL is tba . It is also Known as: ALL YOU NEED IS KILL, オール ユー ニード イズ キル, AYNK

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11. Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Mirai kara Kita Shinsoku no ALFA-X

A film sequel to the anime, titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion the Movie: Mirai Kara Kita Shinsoku no ALFA-X.

Transformable Shinkansen Robot Shinkalion Movie is a Movie. It is also Known as: 劇場版 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン 未来からきた神速のALFA-X, Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Mirai kara Kita Shinsoku no ALFA-X

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12. Chogattai Majutsu Robot Ginguiser

Twenty thousand years before the creation of mankind, two tribes-Plazmans and Sazorions-came to the earth. The bellicose Sazorions tried to conquer the peaceful Plazmans using the dreadful power of the Scorpio in outer space.

Twenty thousand years later-at some time in the future-Dr. Godo, the only survivor of the Plazmans, secretly prepares Ginguiser, the combined magic robot troop, to defend peace in the event that the Sazorions are revived. Dr. Godo commands four brave young men to acquire occult super powers.

Each episode of this series features a sequence of fabulous and fantastic battles. These scenes cannot fail to arouse the interest and excitement of the audience, and will be certain to catch every eye.

Chogattai Majutsu Robot Ginguiser is finished and has 26 Episodes. It is also Known as: 超合体魔術ロボ ギンガイザー, Ultra-Transforming Magic Robot Ginguiser

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13. SSSS.Gridman Movie

Compilation film of "SSSS.Gridman"

SSSS.Gridman Movie is a Movie. It is also Known as: SSSS.Gridman Movie, SSSS.Gridman Movie

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14. Chou Denji Machine Voltes V

From out of nowhere, a mysterious alien race known as the Boazan Forces has invaded the Earth. A group of individuals specially trained to handle this kind of situation has been unleashed. Kenichi, Ippei, Daijirou, Hiyoshi & Megumi are the pilots of the Choudenji Machine Voltes V , Earth's defense against the Boazan and their terrible Beast Warriors. The plot thickens as the Go Brothers discover their true heritage and the truth behind their father's disappearance. Conflicts and mixed emotions hinder the Go Brothers at times but due to their unwavering desire to find their dad, they must go to the place where it all started. With the help of the rebels based on Earth and on the aliens' homeworld, the Voltes Team has another mission, remove the tyrant Zu Zanbajil and liberate the people of Boazan.

Chou Denji Machine Voltes V is finished and has 40 Episodes. It is also Known as: 超電磁マシーン ボルテスV, Cho Denji Machine Voltes V, Super Electromagnetic Machine Voltes V, Super Electron Machine Voltes V, Ultra Electromagnetic Machine Voltes V, Vultus V, Voltes 5

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15. Getter Robo G

Takes place after the final defeat of the Dinosaur Empire and the death of Musashi Tomoe in the original Getter Robo series.

Dr. Saotome, creator of Getter Robo, fears that the peace the Getter Robo team has won will be short lived and that an even greater enemies would appear. Dr. Saotome's fears are justified when the militaristic Hyakki Empire appears, but Dr. Saotome is prepared with the creation of an even more powerful Getter Robo, Getter Robo G and a new Getter Robo base. Also with Musashi Tomoe dead, Dr. Saotome needs a third pilot which he finds in baseball player Benkei Kuruma.

Getter Robo G is finished and has 39 Episodes. It is also Known as: ゲッターロボG, Getta Robo G, Starvengers

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16. GRIDMAN UNIVERSE

Theatrical follow-up to SSSS.GRIDMAN and SSSS.DYNAZENON.

A year has passed since the events of SSSS.GRIDMAN. The world is at peace and no one except for Rikka and Utsumi remembers the kaiju, Gridman, or Akane Shinjou. This includes Yuuta, who despite serving as Gridman's host, has no memory of the most important moments of his life. So when a new Kaiju appears, he leaps at the chance to prove to himself that he too can be the hero by merging with Gridman once more.

GRIDMAN UNIVERSE is a Movie. It is also Known as: グリッドマン ユニバース, GRIDMAN x DYNAZENON

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17. Juusou Kikou Dancougar Nova

In the 22nd century, there are no longer any world wide wars. Instead, small scale wars break out all over the Earth. Meanwhile, a large robot appears who protects the weak. It is called "Dancougar Nova". Some even call it God.

However, no one knows the reason for its existence - not even its pilots.

Then, another robot, beyond anyone's expectations, reveals itself as the true enemy and begins its attack on the Earth.

Dancougar Nova retaliates against this enemy with a power that was kept secret until now. Will Dancougar Nova be able to save the Earth? The prelude to this explosive confrontation rings out.

Juusou Kikou Dancougar Nova is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 獣装機攻ダンクーガノヴァ, Kemono Soukikou Dancouga Nova, Juusoukikou Dancougar Nova

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18. Kenzen Robo Daimidaler

The comedy centers around a high school boy named Madanbashi Kouichi who has Hi-ERo particles, the power source to operate the robotic weapon Daimidaler.

With the help of Sonan Kyouko from the mysterious Prince Beauty Parlor organization, he stands up against the Penguin Empire that troubles humanity.

Daimidaler: Prince vs. Penguin Empire is finished and has 12 Episodes. It is also Known as: 健全ロボ ダイミダラー, Daimidaler the Sound Robot, Midara

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