Everyone has that one anime episode that simply never leaves their mind. But when we bring together thousands of ratings from around the world, the result shows which moments truly left a mark on anime history.
And here is the most interesting detail: it is not only about having a high score, but also about how many people rated it. In other words, these episodes are not just incredible. They impacted an absurd number of fans.
Now, here is the full ranking, from tenth place all the way to first place:
10th Place — Attack on Titan
Episode: Assault (S4.E7)
- Score: 9.8
- Ratings: 129 thousand
This episode is pure chaos. The battle in Marley reaches its peak, with clashes happening at the same time and a constant feeling of urgency. It is nonstop action, and that is exactly why it left such a strong impression.
9th Place — Attack on Titan
Episode: Hero (S3.E17)
- Score: 9.8
- Ratings: 164 thousand
Another episode from Attack on Titan, this time from the third season. Here, the story truly becomes heavy. The sacrifice, the impossible decisions, and the tension make this one of the most impactful episodes in the series. And the absurd number of ratings proves that.
8th Place — Hajime no Ippo
Episode: The King (S1.E24)
- Score: 9.8
- Ratings: 1.2 thousand
Even with fewer votes, this episode delivers a memorable fight. It is intense from beginning to end, with a build-up that makes the final impact even stronger.
7th Place — Legend of the Galactic Heroes
Episode: Dream: To See It to the End (S4.E24)
- Score: 9.8
- Ratings: 3.4 thousand
This is an episode loaded with narrative weight. Here, the series shows all of its political and emotional complexity, reinforcing why it is still considered one of the greatest anime ever made.
6th Place — Legend of the Galactic Heroes
Episode: The Magician Doesn’t Return (S3.E28)
- Score: 9.9
- Ratings: 3.3 thousand
Here, the impact is immediate. This is one of those episodes that changes everything inside the story. Even with fewer ratings, its almost perfect score speaks for itself.
5th Place — Hunter x Hunter
Episode: Zero × and × Rose (S1.E126)
- Score: 9.8
- Ratings: 17 thousand
The battle between Netero and Meruem reaches its absolute limit here. It is an episode that mixes action and reflection in a way that is hard to forget.
4th Place — Code Geass
Episode: Re; (S2.E25)
- Score: 9.9
- Ratings: 19 thousand
One of the most famous endings in anime. This episode closes the story with enormous impact, delivering a conclusion that remains a reference point to this day.
3rd Place — Hunter x Hunter
Episode: Anger × and × Light (S1.E131)
- Score: 9.9
- Ratings: 19 thousand
Reaching the top 3, we have another episode from Hunter x Hunter. Here, everything changes. Gon’s transformation is heavy, intense, and completely outside the usual pattern. It is an episode that leaves anyone speechless.
2nd Place — Jujutsu Kaisen
Episode: Sendai Colony (S3.E12)
- Score: 9.9
- Ratings: 38 thousand
Action at the highest level. Impeccable choreography, fast pacing, and constant tension make this one of the most visually impressive episodes on the list.
1st Place — Vinland Saga
Episode: End of the Prologue (S1.E24)
- Score: 9.9
- Ratings: 38 thousand
At the top, we have an episode that goes far beyond action. End of the Prologue closes a cycle and completely transforms the story. It is emotional, impactful, and extremely well constructed, a true turning point.
