Yes, we've all heard of the big Ghibli films from this era, all the Gundams, and even prestige series like Legend of the Galactic Heroes. But what else even is there to talk about from the time before CDs? I'm here to provide some picks!
Early and dark isekai series. Didn't entirely work for me, but damn it hits hard.
2One of my favorite space adventure stories, and that's saying something! Awesome ship and weapon designs and a unique cast of characters make this a fun ride.
3Am I saying that this is Hideaki Anno's best work even considering Evangelion. Yes, because it is, until he leaves the project anyway. No, I'm not apologizing. Great romcom, watch it.
4Going to put this on every list until people start watching it. It's 3 episodes long and absolutely hilarious. Watch it on YouTube with friends and alcohol if you can!
5Gundam at its most absurd. This requires absolutely no background in the series - it would only confuse you further. The mech designs in this are amazing and the premise is just too good.
6Studio Ghibli's most underrated gem IMO. Better to watch when you're at least in your late 20s, really empathized with the lead.
7This show killed a studio (look it up), but it's a pretty strong adventure story nonetheless. Ignore the filler in the middle.
8An even stronger adventure story from a pre-Ghibli Miyazaki, I absolutely adored watching this.
9Is it Treasure Island again? Yes. Is that a problem? Absolutely not. The stylized art and complex character writing for Silver make this really distinct.
“Don't let these be lost to time! Watch some classics and get cultured!”whiteflame
