Mystery is the most favorite genre among anime and non-anime fans. It keeps your mind busy in guessing the hidden information while you try to outsmart your friends. The mystery genre is the most thrilling and exciting genre that keeps its audience at the edge of their seat. In the world of anime, mystery genre has contributed a lot when it comes to some mind twisting that make you stick to your screens from start till end.
The past decade gave a lot of mystery anime but we don’t need a genius detective to solve the mystery of which should be listed among the top 10. So here we are with the list of 10 best Mystery Anime from 2010 – 2019.
Kubikiri Cycle: Aoiro Savant to Zaregotosukai
Kubikiri Cycle: Aoiro Savant to Zaregotosukai revolves around the main character Boku, who has inferiority complex goes on a trip to the island along with his talented friend Tomo Kunagisa. The island is inhibited by many skilled and talented people. After a murder takes place on the island, all the residents are confined as the murderer is on the loose and is probably among the guest. Boku is set to solve this murder mystery as he finds some clues that can lead to the culprit or the culprits. Luckily the series has been completed so you can watch the show till the and without waiting for the answers.
Mirai Nikki
Mirai Nikki is one of the most popular and favorite among anime fans. It tells the story about a weird game in which the participants are handed over with the cellphones by a God who is on the verge of death with the powers of seeing the future. The problem is that only one participant will survive. In a game full of betrayal and backstabbing, it’s hard to trust any one player. With the great diversity of character, Mirai Nikki is loved by many fans and still unforgettable due to the cast members who are different and unique.
Gosick
The mystery anime shoe Gosick is full of mysterious elements like ghosts, doll-girls and magic and those who are interested in these element will love this anime. Gosick is the anime adaptation of a light novel produced by Studio Bones who has done a brilliant job in making a wonderful adaptation. The animation of the series shows their endless efforts as it has the potential to keeps its viewers captivated throughout the series with its appealing visuals. Although it could been a little longer as 24 episodes doesn’t seem to suffice but you can read the light novel after watching the series. Watch the series as Kazuyu Kujou explore the bizarre ghosts and their mysterious stories.
Zetsuen no Tempest
The world sees the magic as merely an illusion that is created with some tricks. But magic is not performed by trick in Zetsuen no Tempest and the people who have those magical abilities can change the world. The main character which include Mahiro Fuwa and Yoshino Takigawa and a witch, Hakaze are determined to change the world as we know it. Will these powerful individuals be able to save the earth without killing each other? Find it out yourself in this mysterious show Zetsuen no Tempest!
Death Parade
What comes after death? It’s the biggest unsolved mystery of the world regardless of any religion or ethnicity that could not be solved even by the genius people of the world. But you can find the answer in the show Death Parade but the answers can be much unexpected. Brought to you by Studio Madhouse, Death Parade follows the story of a game played in the afterlife among many dead individuals. They end up in a bar where they have to be the part of this mysterious game that may seem familiar. As the game progresses we come to know those individuals more closely and we understand that the game is to unveil the deepest and darkest emotions of them. Death Parade makes us wonder the difference between right and wrong as we find ourselves rooting for the wrong individuals.  It is the kind of mystery anime that seems new every time you watch it.
Hyouka
School can be much more fun than we thought and that has been taught by the main character of Hyuuka, Houtarou Oreki who loves to do different and new things.The story revolves around a stoic guy who joins a Classics Club and encounters Eru Chitanda and start following some mysterious things. Unlike other mysterious anime Hyouka is relaxing and lighthearted anime with not a dark theme. If you want to watch a mystery anime but without a dark theme and intense story then you must watch Hyouka.
Durarara!!
Durara is a Grounhog’s Day themed anime that aired earlier in the previous decade. It’s a not just a mystery anime but it is filled with other interesting elements like action, comedy, supernatural things that makes it more complicated. At first it might seemed like a show with many different stories but as the plot moves forward we begin to understand the connection of all those stories that lead to a bigger picture. Studio Brain’s Base has done a marvelous job in making a series that is unforgettable for ages.
Shinsekai yori
Shinsekai yori is a tale that follows a group of young people who are bestowed with the powers of psychokinesis. How exactly do they use those powers? In Shineskai yori we explore how the people with such power can bring the change in the world and alter the future that time seems to go back. Shinsekai yori is a mind twisting and complicated story and that’s that makes it one of the most amazing and best mystery anime. How did the occurrence of events changed with their powers? Watch Shinksekai yori to figure that out in just 25 episodes.
Steins;Gate 0
It would be sin to not include this amazing series in the list of top mystery show in the history of the anime. Steins;Gate 0 is a mind-blowing anime and a treat for those who wanted to see more of Okaba Rintaro and others. With a different climax Steins;Gate 0 intrigued as even more than the first season with it darker than ever theme. It’s the show where you will keep guessing the wrong culprit, increasing you curiosity and excitement. Fans of the first should definitely watch it if they haven’t because they will end up loving it more than the first season.
Boku dake ga Inai Machi
Boku dake ga Inai Machi has made it to the top of our list due to its supernatural themed mystery and interesting elements. The story captivates its viewers with the mistakes that is made and then solving it. With the time travel theme and foreseeing the future, Boku dake ga Inai Machi is close to reality with the mystery being the main focus of the series. Â Explore your investigating skills and figure out the mysteries before it occurs in Boku dake ga Inai Machi.
This year is expected to give some really good mystery anime as indicated in the promos. We can’t wait to watch them. Let’s see if they manage to surpass these amazing anime of the past decade? Let us know your favorite mystery anime of the past decade in the comments below.
