Collider has published an opinion listicle by writer Lucas Kloberdanz-Dyck arguing that ten fantasy anime series surpass the acclaimed 2020s hit Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. The piece reflects the growing popularity and quality of anime during the decade, using the widely praised Frieren as a benchmark against which other fantasy titles are measured.

The article ranks its choices using criteria such as writing, animation, originality, worldbuilding, lore, action and critical acclaim. The visible entries include Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (2021–present), praised for its worldbuilding despite a polarising protagonist; Witch Hat Atelier (2026–present), highlighted for its creative magic system and mystery; and Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic (2012–2014), noted for its Arabian Nights inspiration and political intrigue. The remainder of the ten-item list is not shown in the provided text.