10 Best Anime Like ‘Beast Tamer’
Yūsha Party wo Tsuihou Sareta Beast Tamer, Saikyōshu no Nekomimi Shōjo to Deau, known as The Beast Tamer Who Was Exiled from His Party Meets a Cat Girl From the Strongest Race, is a Japanese light novel series written by Suzu Miyama and Illustrated by Subachi. An anime television series adaptation premiered in October 2022. In this article, we have decided to compose a list of the best anime series you will enjoy if you liked Beast Tamer.
1. Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest
Original Run: July 8, 2019 – present
Number of Episodes: 16 (+ 2 OVA)
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: If you’re into Beast Tamer because it is a harem anime, then look no further because Arifureta is your best alternative. It’s quirky, it’s fantasy, it’s a bit weird at times, and while they don’t tame horses and sheep in the story, they still provide us with a lot of fun and entertainment, which is why Arifureta is definitely a title for this list.
2. Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody
Original Run: January 11, 2018 – March 29, 2018
Number of Episodes: 12
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Well, this one’s – like most titles on this list, to be frank – more of a harem title than a beast-taming title, but still, Death March to the Parallel World Rhapsody will offer a lot to fans of this genre, and we are certain that a lot of other anime fans will find something entertaining in this medieval-style fantasy story.
3. I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level
Original Run: April 10, 2021 – present
Number of Episodes: 12
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Well, slimes seem to be somewhat of a trope in reincarnation-style isekai titles, so why not? This one actually has some similarities with both the harem and the adventure aspect of Beast Tamer, so it’s a bit of an odd one out on this list, but don’t worry, if it’s a fantasy harem you want, I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level will provide.
4. Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside
Original Run: October 6, 2021 – present
Number of Episodes: 13
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Well, the title might not be the most misleading one ever in terms of spoilers, but Banished from the Hero’s Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside does offer the dose of the harem that fans of that genre want. Again, there’s not much beast-taming in this anime, but the harem aspect is as good as you think based on the ridiculous title.
5. Drugstore in Another World: The Slow Life of a Cheat Pharmacist
Original Run: July 7, 2021 – September 22, 2021
Number of Episodes: 12
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Drugstore in Another World: The Slow Life of a Cheat Pharmacist is definitely a title for harem fans. Titles from this genre tend to actually have such titles, so they’re easily recognizable. Be that as it may, this is a fun and interesting harem anime with lots of lighthearted humor, so we recommend it.
6. BOFURI: I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, so I’ll Max Out My Defense
Original Run: January 8, 2020 – present
Number of Episodes: 16
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: As for BOFURI, it is likewise a title that focuses on the harem aspect of this list, but it is nevertheless very interesting. It has a fairly interesting plot, and interesting characters, and it offers a lot of fun for you to enjoy. This is why we definitely decided to recommend it as part of this list. Oh, there are also beasts!
7. In Another World with My Smartphone
Episodes: 12
Original Run: July 11, 2017 – September 26, 2017
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Well, as we have said, like the majority of titles on this list, In Another World with My Smartphone landed on it because it is one of the most popular harem titles in recent years. It is also very light and has that fairy tale-type setting that resembles Beast Tamer, which is why we’re certain that you will like this isekai title without a doubt.
8. Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?!
Original Run: October 7, 2019 – December 23, 2019
Number of Episodes: 12
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?! is a relatively unknown reincarnation isekai harem anime that will definitely satisfy fans of the genre without being a classic of that same genre. The series has it all – okay, it doesn’t have so much beast-taming, but fair enough – and if you liked Beast Tamer, you’ll probably enjoy Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?! as well.
9. Monster Rancher
Original Release: April 17, 1999 – September 30, 2000
Number of Episodes: 73
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Although Monster Rancher is less harem and more action, it still has a lot in common with Beast Tamer. This 00’s classic is a story that will take you to an interesting world where humans meet various monsters they must befriend or fight to defeat the evil overlord Moo who wants to see everything destroyed. It also has some heartbreaking moments, so we definitely recommend it.
10. Hunter × Hunter
Original Release: October 16, 1999 – March 31, 2001 / October 2, 2011 – September 24, 2014
Number of Episodes: 62 / 148
Why it’s like Beast Tamer: Well, Hunter × Hunter is a beloved shonen title that has been hit with numerous hiatuses, which is part of its popularity or notoriety, whichever pleases you more. Gon doesn’t really tame beasts, but he fights them, and there is no harem involved, but if you want something similar to Beast Tamer but with a twist and something that is also a classic, Hunter × Hunter is a great pick!