Months after the season finale, Lycoris Recoil soon became one of the most popular anime of this year, and this is mainly because of the show’s endearing characters, intriguing storyline, and strong values.
The year 2022 has so far been a treat for anime fans, with much-anticipated anime finally hitting screens, like Bleach and Chainsaw man. Though Lycoris Recoil was not as much anticipated as the following shows. But it did not let the fandom down and showed its potential to become one of the most widely watched anime in its category.
Lycoris Recoil became the top-selling anime, beating anime like Demon Slayer, Spy X Family, and My Dress-Up Darling. The ranking is based on how many copies of the anime’s initial DVD/BD disc were sold.
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The list also includes works whose first volume was published in December 2021 because Oricon’s fiscal year begins in December. The Entertainment District Arc of Demon Slayer Season 2 has been overtaken by Lycoris Recoil thanks to the success of its first home release disc, selling around 29,414 copies.
Here’s the list of the best-selling anime of 2022.
- Lycoris Recoil: 29,414
- Demon Slayer Season 2: 25,269
- Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Season 2: 21,441
- Love Live! Superstar!! Season 2: 13,692
- My Dress-Up Darling: 12,453
- Princess Connect! Re:Dive Season 2: 10,766
- SPY x FAMILY: 10,009
- The Vampire Dies in No Time: 6,478
- Visual Prison: 5,280
- Akebi’s Sailor Uniform: 4,261
Lycoris Recoil’s storyline manages to be both straightforward and appealing. The plot of the series revolves around Lycoris helping and keeping Japan the safest nation in the world; Girls in their high school years who have been groomed since they were young to be the most lethal soldiers conceivable make up this elite unit.
These trained girls are responsible for covertly removing any threat to the peace in Japan. Fans of the franchise won’t likely soon forget their time spent watching the Lycoris Recoil because they know it was worthwhile; from the very beginning till the very end, the show held viewers’ interest.
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The anime was packed with a stellar story, twists, and art style. And the anime ended while hinting at a possible sequel; so, if you have not already watched the series, then it is the best time to jump on the train.
Well, Which one is your favorite anime of 2022? Let us know it all in the below comments and visit averagebeing.com for more anime updates.
Source: Oricon
