- Accel World (2012)
- The Devil Is a Part-Timer! (2013)
- Log Horizon (2013)
- No Game No Life (2014)
- Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? (2015)
- Overlord (2015)
- Konosuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! (2016)
- How Not to Summon a Demon Lord (2018)
- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (2018)
- The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019)
If you loved the immersive world and thrilling battles of 'Infinite Dendrogram' (2020), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar anime and shows that capture the same excitement, strategic gameplay, and deep storytelling. Whether you're a fan of VRMMO adventures or character-driven narratives, these recommendations will keep you hooked.

Accel World (2012)
Description: Centers on a virtual reality fighting game that affects the real world, with themes of personal growth and overcoming adversity.
Fact: It's set in the same universe as Sword Art Online but follows a completely different story and characters.


The Devil Is a Part-Timer! (2013)
Description: A reverse isekai where the demon lord ends up in modern-day Tokyo, working at a fast-food restaurant while plotting his return.
Fact: The show humorously contrasts the protagonist's former demonic grandeur with his mundane part-time job struggles.


Log Horizon (2013)
Description: The series revolves around players trapped in a virtual MMORPG world, focusing on strategy, politics, and community building within the game's mechanics.
Fact: The show is known for its deep exploration of game mechanics and how they affect society, rather than just action scenes.


No Game No Life (2014)
Description: A story about siblings transported to a world where all conflicts are resolved through games, emphasizing clever strategies and psychological battles.
Fact: The vibrant, surreal art style and the protagonists' unbeatable gaming skills make it stand out.


Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? (2015)
Description: Set in a city where gods and humans coexist, following a young adventurer's growth in a dungeon-filled world.
Fact: The series is inspired by Greek mythology and features a unique leveling system tied to the characters' personal growth.


Overlord (2015)
Description: Features a protagonist who finds himself in a game world as his powerful in-game character, dealing with the consequences of his actions in a world that feels real to its inhabitants.
Fact: The series uniquely blends dark fantasy with comedy, and the protagonist often struggles with his own morality.


Konosuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! (2016)
Description: A comedic twist on the isekai genre, focusing on a dysfunctional party's misadventures in a fantasy world.
Fact: Known for its parody of traditional RPG tropes and the hilarious incompetence of its main characters.


How Not to Summon a Demon Lord (2018)
Description: A gamer finds himself in a fantasy world as his powerful game character, dealing with the complexities of his new reality and relationships.
Fact: The series blends comedy and fantasy, with a protagonist who must navigate being overpowered yet socially awkward.


That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (2018)
Description: A lighthearted take on reincarnation in a fantasy world, where the protagonist uses his unique abilities to build a society of monsters.
Fact: The series is praised for its world-building and the protagonist's innovative use of his slime form's abilities.


The Rising of the Shield Hero (2019)
Description: Follows a hero summoned to another world who must overcome betrayal and prejudice, focusing on his journey from underdog to leader.
Fact: It's notable for its darker take on the isekai genre, with a protagonist who starts off at a significant disadvantage.
