Shingeki no Kyojin is famous for its powerful combination of intense fighting and well-knit plot. The story follows Eren Yeager, who is fueled by an unyielding desire for personal revenge, to eradicate each and every Titan, humanoid monsters that nearly slaughtered all of humanity in the past three hundred years. Although most of humanity lies protected in fear in three cities behind strong defensive walls, Eren joins an elite military force known as the Survey Corps in order to venture outside of the walls and continue on his mission to kill every last titan.

The main similarity between Shingeki no Kyojin and Terra Formars is the sheer amount of mind numbing violence they offer to viewers. Death and gore are commonplace in each episode, such as being devoured whole by a Titan or decimated by a mutant cockroach, like in Terra Formars. Additionally, the protagonist also possesses otherworldly abilities that allow them to combat the obstacles they face. Shingeki no Kyojin is a classic anime that promises not to disappoint, and its well rounded balance between action, violence, and plot make it a wonderful replacement for fans searching for something just as exciting as Terra Formars.

Following the decay and destruction of a disastrous virus, flesh-eating monsters known as Kabane terrorize the world. Based in the midst of the industrial revolution, human life now remains sheltered in heavily-armored fortresses, such as the island Hinamoto, that guard against Kabane attacks, as being bit results in a fate worse than death: transforming into a Kabane. Ikoma, a young man living in Hinamoto, desires to utilize a new weapon designed to destroy Kabana, but he is unprepared for when the sudden attack actually does come.

Both Koutetsujou no Kabaneri and Terra Formars are based in dystopian-esque settings, in places that do not exactly mimic real life, but rather allow for massive amounts of destruction and violence to be commonplace. The presence of deformed opponents that terrorize humanity is also a similarity between the two, although Terra Formars is based more on fighting in space than directly protecting strongholds on earth. Koutetsujou no Kabaneri is full of action and horror, and completely fits the R-17+ rating it received. Fans attempting to find a replacement for the same type of style as Terra Formars should look no farther than this show.

After Earth was obliterated by a powerful and bloodthirsty alien species known as the Gauna, the few remaining survivors abandoned the one planet they knew as home and escaped into space in giant seed ships. In 3394, humanity still remains encapsulated on these ships. On the ship called the Sidonia, Nagate Tanikaze submerges from a life on the lower levels in order to search for food, only to find himself dragged into a hectic environment. Tanikaze and his friends, Shizuka Hoshijiro, Izana Shinatose, and Yuhata Midorikawa, must work together to defend humanity’s last hope of survival against the continued Guana attacks.

Monsters in space; both Sidonia no Kishi and Terra Formars make the promise of plenty of action battling space-monsters, and both anime deliver. Sidonia no Kishi offers mecha to fans, while Terra Formars works more directly in close-combat, but both are similar in the amount of action they provide. Sidonia no Kishi shines in the way in which it combines common anime tropes, such as mecha, to create something refreshing and enjoyable. The show also employs a unique variety of animation, and is worth checking out for a show that is similar to Terra Formars.

In the world of God Eater, it is the year 2071, and humanity has, similarly to the anime listed above, been plagued to near extinction by a variety of monsters. Known as Aragami, these monsters cause massive destruction and can be defeated by nothing except “God Eaters,” a genetically altered human hybrid created by the organization Fenrir. God Eaters are the final hope in the desperate fight against complete annihilation. Each God Eater possesses a weapon known as a God Arc; in the case of Lenka Utsugi, his God Arc manifests as a unique combination of sword and gun, making him invaluable in the fight against the Aragami.

These anime are fun to watch; both God Eater and Terra Formars offer popcorn-consuming levels of enjoyability and entertainment. When monsters and destruction are displayed at every turn, it is quite difficult to be distracted from the show. The mood in the two shows is dark and gritty, and also displays similarities between the two main characters as intense and possessing enhanced strength. Known well for its high-level of animation and impeccable soundtrack, God Eater is a show that mixes action and fantasy to create an entertaining show that nearly any fan of an anime like Terra Formars can enjoy as well.

Based off of a seinen manga published in a biweekly magazine, Berserk follows the story of a brutish fighter named Guts. Spawned from his own mother’s corpse, Guts lives his life in constant bloodshed as a mercenary, mindlessly using the only skills he knows. After being recruited by the ambitious Griffith, the leader of a group known as the Band of the Hawk, Guts quickly rises in status as his valuable fighting skills are displayed. Tackling questions such as the basis of human morality versus ambition, and forging lasting relationships amidst a dark and gritty world, Berserk proves itself to be full of intensity and meaning.

While based in a medieval setting, not the futuristic Mars base like Terra Formars, both anime offer intense action sequences for viewers to devour. The two shows earn the R rating and 100% deserve the title. The gore is addicting and a fan of the action and violence in Terra Formars will be sure to enjoy the same offerings in Berserk as well. Acclaimed for its masterful combination of gore and more nuanced philosophical dilemmas, Berserk leaves nothing wanting. The anime builds deep friendships and discusses serious issues, and this level of depth, paired with the heavy level of violence, makes Berserk an excellent choice for fans of Terraformer to watch.

Set in the not-so-distant future in the year 2021, the world of Black Bullet has been irrevocably altered by a parasitic virus known as “Gastrea,” which infects humans and alters them so that they transform into powerful monsters. Humanity now lives clustered inside the protective barriers of the Monolith, which are coated with a protective repellent that keeps the Gastrea away. However, the major defense against the Gastrea is not the walls, but rather a defensive force known as the Cursed Children; young female warriors infected with trace amounts of Gastrea that give them unimaginable strength. These warriors, called Initiators, are paired with Promoters, and sent out to help protect civilization. Black Bullet follows the pair of Enju Aihara, an Initiator, and Satomi Rentaro, a Promoter, as they attempt to battle the monsters attacking the city.

Similar to Terra Formars, Black Bullet maintains the same themes and rating. Both anime take place in a futuristic, yet accessibly realistic setting, that gives the viewer the impression that the danger has the possibility of occurring in their own lifetime. Enju and Rentaro consistently battle both villains and monsters alike. Fans searching for a commonality between Terra Formars will not be disappointed. While balancing between cuteness and violence sounds difficult, Black Bullet achieves it, and offers a show that remains bloody and action-packed but able to carry a more light-hearted air.