19 anime like Tales of the Abyss
These are the shows Tales of the Abyss fans recommend most, with the most popular picks first. Each one notes what it has in common with Tales of the Abyss, so you can find the one that fits your mood. 2 come from the same studio. 9 are short series of 13 episodes or fewer, and 1 is a film you can watch in one sitting.
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Tales of Zestiria the X
TV · 2016 · 13 eps · 69/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
- 2
Tales of Symphonia: The Animation - Sylvarant Arc
OVA · 2007 · 4 eps · 68/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 4 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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Record of Grancrest War
TV · 2018 · 24 eps · 69/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into ensemble cast and magic. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Fantasy
- Romance
- 4
Tales of Vesperia: The First Strike
Movie · 2009 · 72/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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Persona 4 the Animation
TV · 2011 · 25 eps · 73/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into ensemble cast. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
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Akame ga Kill!
TV · 2014 · 24 eps · 73/100
It shares the adventure and drama feel of Tales of the Abyss. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Drama
- Fantasy
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Granblue Fantasy: The Animation
TV · 2017 · 13 eps · 64/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic and ensemble cast. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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Persona -trinity soul-
TV · 2008 · 26 eps · 59/100
It shares the drama feel of Tales of the Abyss. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Drama
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
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Sands of Destruction
TV · 2008 · 13 eps · 65/100
It shares the adventure and fantasy feel of Tales of the Abyss. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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Tales of Eternia
TV · 2001 · 13 eps · 58/100
It shares the adventure and fantasy feel of Tales of the Abyss. It is a shorter watch at 13 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Fantasy
- Romance
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Fairy Tail
TV · 2009 · 175 eps · 72/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic and ensemble cast. It is a longer watch at 175 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Fantasy
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Tales of Luminaria the Fateful Crossroad
ONA · 2022 · 2 eps · 58/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 2 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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A Certain Magical Index
TV · 2008 · 24 eps · 70/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Sci-Fi
- Supernatural
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Chivalry of a Failed Knight
TV · 2015 · 12 eps · 72/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 12 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Ecchi
- Fantasy
- Romance
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Tales of Phantasia: The Animation
OVA · 2004 · 4 eps · 63/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 4 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Fantasy
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Broken Blade
TV · 2014 · 12 eps · 69/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. It is a shorter watch at 12 episodes. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Fantasy
- Mecha
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Scrapped Princess
TV · 2003 · 24 eps · 71/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into magic. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Drama
- Fantasy
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Accel World
TV · 2012 · 24 eps · 67/100
Sunrise animated both. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Romance
- Sci-Fi
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Scarlet Nexus
TV · 2021 · 26 eps · 53/100
Like Tales of the Abyss, it leans into ensemble cast. Sunrise animated both. Fans of Tales of the Abyss recommend it as a next watch.
- Action
- Adventure
- Fantasy
- Sci-Fi
Recommendation votes and comparison details come from AniList. Highlighted genres are shared with Tales of the Abyss; direct sequels are left out when relation data identifies them.