Anime's relationship with science-fiction is well-documented, but beyond the plethora of Gunpla models and Evangelion cosplays, one subgenre stands out specifically for its animated content. Depicting a harsh projection of a near future for Japan and the world, cyberpunk is a genre rooted in the 1980s, but remains painfully timeless due to its persistently relevant themes.

With its visions of society ravaged by various forms of decay, outrageously powerful corporations, and a bleak aesthetic, cyberpunk allows anime's creative sides to shine . It's a subgenre that is still growing thanks to a surge in mainstream adoration of its offerings across TV, movies, and video games. But some cyberpunk anime are a cut above the rest.

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