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10 Best Cyberpunk Anime, Ranked
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# 10 Best Cyberpunk Anime, Ranked

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Published May 3, 2023

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Cyberpunk anime explores the intricate relationship between humanity, technology, and society in dystopian or futuristic settings. These animated masterpieces capture the essence of a world where advanced technology intertwines with the human experience. The stories blend thought-provoking themes with stunning visuals.

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From iconic films like Ghost in the Shell and Akira to groundbreaking series such as Serial Experiments Lain, the best cyberpunk anime captivates viewers with complex narratives, immersive worlds, and compelling characters. Join us as we delve into the top 10 cyberpunk anime that have left an indelible mark on the genre and continue to captivate fans worldwide.

## 10  Mardock Scramble

![Rune from Mardock Scramble](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/rune-from-mardock-scramble.jpg)

Mardock Scramble follows Rune Balot, a teenage prostitute who is almost murdered by her gambler boyfriend, Shell Septinous. Rescued by Dr. Easter, Rune is reborn as a cyborg with advanced abilities, thanks to a technology called Mardock Scramble 09.

Alongside her AI companion Oeufcoque, Rune seeks justice against Shell while uncovering the dark secrets of Mardock City. The trilogy delves into themes of identity, revenge, and redemption as Rune confronts her traumatic past, navigates a world rife with crime, and discovers her newfound purpose in life.

## 9  Cyber City Oedo 808

![Sengoku and Benton from Cyber City Oedo 808](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/sengoku-and-benton-from-cyber-city-oedo-808.jpg)

Cyber City Oedo 808 is set in the year 2808 in the futuristic Oedo (formerly Tokyo), where crime runs rampant. The story revolves around three hardened criminals: Sengoku, Gogul, and Benten, who work for the Cyber Police to reduce their prison sentences.

Equipped with high-tech devices and explosive collars that ensure their obedience, the trio tackles dangerous cases involving cyber-terrorism, rogue androids, and powerful criminals. The series showcases their struggle for redemption as they navigate a dystopian world filled with advanced technology and moral ambiguity.

## 8  Bubblegum Crisis

![Knight Sabers from Bubblegum Crisis](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/knight-sabers-from-bubblegum-crisis.jpg)

Bubblegum Crisis story takes place in a futuristic Tokyo, where powerful corporations rule, and rogue androids called Boomers threaten society. The story follows the Knight Sabers, an all-female mercenary team, who don [powerful exosuits](https://www.dualshockers.com/mobile-suit-gundam-strongest-mechs/) to battle these Boomers and combat corporate corruption.

Priss, Linna, Nene, and their enigmatic leader Sylia of the Knight Sabers, navigate a world of advanced technology and intrigue. The series combines high-octane action, complex characters, and a gripping cyberpunk atmosphere as the team strives to protect the city from the shadows.

## 7  Texhnolyze

![Ichise from Texhnolyze](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ichise-from-texhnolyze.jpg)

Texhnolyze starts in Lux, an underground city plagued by violence and despair. The story follows Ichise, a prizefighter whose limbs are severed as punishment for his defiance. Rescued by scientist Eriko Kamata, Ichise receives advanced prosthetic limbs called Texhnolyze.

He meets Ran, a mysterious girl who can see the future, and Yoshii, an outsider seeking to understand Lux's brutal nature. As factions vie for power and the city teeters on the brink of destruction, the series explores despair, human enhancement, and the consequences of technological progress.

## 6  Ergo Proxy

![Re-l Mayer from Ergo Proxy](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/re-l-mayer-from-ergo-proxy-1.jpg)

Ergo Proxy occurs in a post-apocalyptic world, where humans and androids called AutoReivs coexist in a domed city, Romdo. Re-l Mayer, an investigator, and Vincent Law, a mysterious outsider, are drawn together when AutoReivs start contracting the Cogito Virus, causing them to develop self-awareness.

As they unravel the truth behind the virus, they encounter monstrous beings called Proxies, who hold the key to humanity's survival. The series examines existential matters as Re-l and Vincent confront their own identities and the unsettling secrets of their dystopian society.

## 5  Cowboy Bebop

![Spike Jet and Faye from Cowboy Bebop](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/spike-jet-and-faye-from-cowboy-bebop.jpg)

Cowboy Bebop is a [futuristic space-western](https://www.dualshockers.com/anime-like-cowboy-bebop/) that incorporates cyberpunk elements, set in a world where Earth is uninhabitable and humanity has colonized the solar system. The story follows a group of bounty hunters—Spike Spiegel, Jet Black, Faye Valentine, and Edward Wong aboard the spaceship Bebop.

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Pursuing dangerous criminals across planets, the crew grapples with their own haunted pasts while facing threats posed by advanced technology and AI. Through episodic adventures, Cowboy Bebop showcases issues such as self-discovery, loneliness, and redemption, in a gritty, dystopian backdrop.

## 4  Psycho-Pass

![Akane and Shinya from Psycho-Pass](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/akane-and-shinya-from-psycho-pass.jpg)

Psycho-Pass is set in a future where people's psychological states are monitored by the Sibyl System to prevent crime. Inspectors and their Enforcer subordinates within the Public Safety Bureau work to apprehend potential criminals based on their Psycho-Pass readings.

The story follows rookie Inspector Akane Tsunemori and Enforcer Shinya Kogami as they confront the moral implications of this system. When they encounter the enigmatic antagonist, Shogo Makishima, the duo must question the true nature of justice and the invasive role of technology in governing human behavior.

## 3  Serial Experiments Lain

![Lain from Serial Experiments Lain](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/lain-from-serial-experiments-lain-1.jpg)

Serial Experiments Lain follows Lain Iwakura, a shy teenage girl who becomes increasingly drawn into the Wired, a virtual world that connects to reality. After receiving an email from a deceased classmate, Lain discovers her unique ability to manipulate the Wired fabric.

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As she delves deeper, the boundary between the virtual and real worlds blurs, and her identity fractures. The series probes issues related to reality, technology, and human connection, as Lain uncovers the enigmatic forces within the Wired and confronts the truth about her existence.

## 2  Akira

![Kaneda from Akira riding his iconic red motorcycle](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/kaneda-from-akira.jpg)

Akira is a seminal cyberpunk film set in post-apocalyptic Neo-Tokyo, a city still reeling from the destruction caused by a mysterious explosion years prior. The story follows Kaneda, a motorcycle gang leader, and his childhood friend Tetsuo, who gains telekinetic powers after a fateful encounter with a psychic child.

As Tetsuo's newfound abilities spiral out of control, Kaneda must stop him from unleashing the mysterious force, Akira, which threatens to annihilate the city. The film has elements of power, corruption, and humanity's struggle against technological advancement.

## 1  Ghost In The Shell

![Motoko from Ghost in the Shell](https://static1.dualshockersimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/motoko-from-ghost-in-the-shell-1.jpg)

Ghost in the Shell is one of the [best anime movies](https://www.dualshockers.com/best-anime-movies/) that has blurred boundaries between humanity and technology in a futuristic world. The story follows Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg police officer, and her team as they investigate cases involving cybercrime, political intrigue, and the nature of consciousness.

With her team members, Batou, Togusa, and Aramaki, Kusanagi grapples with advanced technology's ethical and existential implications as she navigates a world where cyber-enhancements are the norm. The series has breathtaking action, complex characters, and philosophical themes.

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