Even with nearly two seasons completed, the Solo Leveling anime has only covered a small portion of the story.
It's no surprise that fans are eager to see more. For those who aren't interested in the manhwa or the novels, there are plenty of other anime series that might satisfy you. Various aspects of Solo Leveling can be found in many other shows, and many of them are outstanding in their own right.
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Solo Leveling is, at its core, a power fantasy isekai anime focused on a single character. This trend has been extremely popular in recent years, even though this particular anime stands out due to its unique isekai style. While it's perfectly fine to stick with the anime that started this trend, Sword Art Online, other series also explore different facets of what makes Solo Leveling compelling. After all, several elements—such as the focus on a single protagonist, the dark tone, or reflections on human nature—have been approached in different ways in other shows.
10. Shangri-La Frontier is perfect for fans of video game-themed anime
Shangri-La Frontier might not have the same tone as Solo Leveling, but Sunraku (Rakuro Hizutome) shares the same drive to grow stronger as Sung Jinwoo. The stakes in Shangri-La Frontier are much lower since the anime takes place mainly within a video game, but things rarely feel insignificant. Moreover, by developing dynamic NPCs who make up the main cast, there’s still a sense of risk—even if real danger doesn’t technically exist. Sunraku takes on challenges with the same tenacity as Jinwoo. He doesn't back down from stronger opponents; in fact, he enjoys himself more when he's on the defensive.
Both of these series are isekai anime with a power-driven main character who prefers solo encounters and also uses daggers. Sunraku wants to face off against Lycagon the Nightslayer again because she represents the greatest challenge left for him. Granted, Sunraku isn’t exactly an underdog—he starts off strong thanks to skills gained in other games. He doesn’t follow the same path as Jinwoo, who began as the weakest. Still, both characters’ defeats at the beginning of their stories drastically changed their destinies.
9. Go! Go! Loser Ranger! brings brutal stakes that make solo dungeon crawling look easy
Go! Go! Loser Ranger! leans into the concept of an underdog protagonist and pushes it further. Unlike Jinwoo, Fighter D remains weak throughout the series—but he becomes much more cunning out of necessity. He’s just as power-hungry as Jinwoo. Fighter D has spent most of his life being humiliated for his weakness and bowing to those stronger than him. However, he refuses to let that status quo continue when given a chance to rise.
Go! Go! Loser Ranger! might present a more colorful world, but it’s just as brutal as Solo Leveling. The danger comes in the form of superpowered humans and terrifying monsters. Both series use fear as a fundamental motivator for their protagonists. The Dragon Keepers hold the only weapons capable of truly harming Dusters like Fighter D—but they’re not the only threat. Fighter D’s story differs from Jinwoo’s because he learns to accept his monstrous side as part of his humanity. Still, for Solo Leveling fans looking for a bit more humor and an appreciation for underdogs, Go! Go! Loser Ranger! delivers.
8. Goblin Slayer hits harder than Solo Leveling
Goblin Slayer is a classic dark fantasy story. It doesn't aim to revolutionize the genre. While its explicit sexual themes turn some viewers away, the core of the story is a violent struggle between good and evil. Aside from the first episode, the anime doesn't revisit that level of explicitness. Instead, it focuses on a determined protagonist who goes off the beaten path to accomplish his goals.
Goblin Slayer has worked tirelessly to become the perfect goblin hunter. His constant pursuit of improvement mirrors Jinwoo's relentless drive to become stronger no matter the cost. Both characters are uninterested in the fame that could come with their strength. Though not particularly subtle, both stories also explore trauma. Goblin Slayer and Jinwoo are deeply scarred by their past weaknesses, and those experiences shape who they become.
7. Denji from Chainsaw Man is a funnier version of Jinwoo
Chainsaw Man saw instant success upon its release. Denji lives in a world where devils are common. Though they can cause devastating damage, they’ve also become a part of daily life—much like the gates that are the norm in Solo Leveling. Devil Hunters and Hunters don’t operate under the same systems, but their societal roles are similar.
Denji, like Jinwoo, is particularly powerful. However, he remains vulnerable to the many dangers surrounding him. It’s not just monsters that threaten him—people he trusts often try to use him. Chainsaw Man delves into betrayal and conflicting motivations in a more personal way than Solo Leveling has so far. Both series center on a pact with a powerful entity, but Pochita is far more trustworthy and less active than the System.
6. Episode 1 of Attack on Titan rivals Solo Leveling’s Double Dungeon
Attack on Titan reached new heights of popularity in anime. Eren Yeager’s story—his goal to kill all Titans—quickly turns into a much grander narrative with deeper political implications. However, like Jinwoo, he must stay true to his objectives. Jinwoo may not be as outwardly angry as Eren, but he benefits from age and a rapid power-up that help him remain composed. The great mystery behind the Titans is a defining element in Eren’s journey, just as the mystery of the Gates and the System looms over Jinwoo.
Jinwoo becomes less human and more like the magical creatures he fights, thanks to the use of the System. Eren himself becomes a Titan, and he doesn’t hesitate to use this transformation to achieve his long-standing goal. Neither series holds back when it comes to showing the real deaths faced by the characters. Attack on Titan is an anime classic, and fans waited a long time for its conclusion.
5. Tower of God Season 1 is just as complex as Solo Leveling
Tower of God is also a very popular manhwa. Its structure differs from Solo Leveling, as Tower of God focuses more on world-building rather than how that world interacts with Jinwoo. Although both series feature protagonists who are different from regular humans, this is not an unusual trait in anime. Bam doesn’t gain power levels as quickly as Jinwoo does after accepting the System.
One could argue that Solo Leveling might never have been adapted into an anime if Tower of God hadn’t come first. That first anime had a spectacular launch, earning it wide popularity among fans. Its complex story unfolds gradually with each episode. Solo Leveling and Tower of God both explore the limits players are willing to cross to reach their goals. Fans looking for a deeper take on these themes should definitely check out Tower of God.
4. Death Parade mirrors the exploration of moral grey areas in Solo Leveling
At first glance, Death Parade might not seem to have much in common with Solo Leveling. It’s not an action series at all, and everything moves at a much slower, more serene pace. However, Death Parade is a pressure cooker of an anime. It’s an introspective show that explores the morality of human nature. You can feel the emotional highs and lows as different guests come to earn their fate after death. While there’s less violence in Death Parade, it still forces characters to reveal their true selves—just like Solo Leveling does.
Decim embarks on a journey that’s almost the opposite of Jinwoo’s, seeking to understand human emotions he’s never experienced before. Both characters occupy positions of power and make decisions about the fates of those they encounter. Despite the compassion that runs through Death Parade, the series remains cruel at times. It’s not particularly dark, but it gains its psychological weight from the games in which players reveal who they truly are.
3. Wistoria: Wand and Sword’s Will is a kinder yet equally determined version of Jinwoo
Will Serfort is treated with disdain, being the only one without magic at the academy—an experience not unlike Jinwoo's days as the Weakest Hunter. Yet both characters are skilled and capable fighters. Their hard-earned skills have always ensured their survival. Neither of them benefits from a strong support network during their lowest moments, but that never stops them from charging headfirst into danger when necessary.
Jinwoo gains his unique trait that makes him stronger than his peers much earlier than Will. However, Will’s combination of wand and sword will eventually allow him to reach heights that the average magician could never dream of. These characters work hard to reach their goals and seize every opportunity. Wistoria: Wand and Sword is set in a school within a fantasy world. Its pace is slower than Solo Leveling, but both feature excellent fight scenes.
2. World Trigger has something similar to Solo Leveling’s gates
The Neighbors in World Trigger aren’t exactly the same as the magical creatures in Solo Leveling, but their sudden and devastating appearance in the normal world is very similar. World Trigger’s gate is unique and consistent, unlike the more sporadic gates in Solo Leveling. Still, both types of gates conceal a much more complex plot. There’s a lot more going on with the Neighbors and the magical beasts than most characters in either series realize. The presence of Esil Radiru is a clear sign of that.
World Trigger doesn’t have quite the same dark tone as Solo Leveling, but it certainly has its moments. It focuses as much on teenagers as it does on otherworldly threats. Yuma Kuga cares far more than Jinwoo about being seen as human and normal. Still, both characters are extremely secretive out of necessity.
1. Hunter x Hunter is the perfect choice for a classic dark anime
Hunter x Hunter is a quintessential shonen anime that deconstructs many of the tropes commonly associated with the genre. While Gon is a carefree character, he’s not afraid of violence. He constantly seeks to improve and become a better Hunter. Often driven by fun, Gon nevertheless faces all sorts of dangers for which he’s not truly prepared. That doesn’t stop him from giving everything he has in every fight.
While the Chimera Ants and the creatures on Jeju Island aren’t exactly the same, both anime feature evolving ants from another world that pose a devastating threat to humanity. Gon may spend more time fighting human enemies, but Hunter x Hunter offers dynamic world-building that only enhances its dark undertones. While Hunter x Hunter focuses more on the development of relationships and how they interact with individual goals, it also emphasizes Gon’s growing power and what he’s willing to do to become stronger.
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