None of these are a one to one replacement for Berserk, because Miura’s tone and craft are in a league of their own. Still, each pick below offers something Berserk fans often crave: dark fantasy atmosphere, morally messy choices, terrifying enemies, or a protagonist pushed to the edge.
1) Claymore
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5
Creator(s): Yagi Norihiro
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror
No. of Chapters: 159
A bleak medieval world where enhanced warriors hunt man-eating monsters. It delivers grim atmosphere, brutal fights, and a revenge-driven lead with a heavy dark fantasy vibe.
2) Blade of the Immortal
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5
Creator(s): Samura Hiroaki
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Supernatural
No. of Chapters: 207
A cursed swordsman who cannot die takes on a path of redemption through violence, paired with a girl seeking vengeance. Expect raw swordplay, bloody momentum, and hard consequences.
3) Goblin Slayer
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5
Creator(s): Kurose Kuroda, Kagyuu Kumo
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
No. of Chapters: 91 (Ongoing)
A dark fantasy built around obsession and trauma, starring a protagonist with one mission only. It has grim dungeon tension, harsh violence, and a constant sense of danger.
4) Hellsing
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.3 / 5
Creator(s): Hirano Kouta
Genre: Action, Horror, Supernatural
No. of Chapters: 92
Occult warfare and secret organizations collide with a near-unkillable monster hunter. It is stylish, gory, and packed with supernatural chaos.
5) Devilman
Anime-Planet Rating: 3.9 / 5
Creator(s): Nagai Go
Genre: Action, Drama, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural
No. of Chapters: 53
A classic that dives into moral collapse, human cruelty, and apocalyptic horror. Shorter than most, but it hits with huge emotional weight.
6) Gantz
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5
Creator(s): Oku Hiroya
Genre: Action, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
No. of Chapters: 383
A brutal survival game with grotesque enemies and futuristic gear. Expect violent escalation, shock factor, and unforgiving stakes.
7) Attack on Titan
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.4 / 5
Creator(s): Hajime Isayama
Genre: Action, Drama
No. of Chapters: 141
A desperate battle for survival that expands into deeper horror and complex truths. It delivers massive stakes, heavy losses, and strong worldbuilding.
8) Chainsaw Man
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.4 / 5
Creator(s): Fujimoto Tatsuki
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Horror
No. of Chapters: 174 (Ongoing)
Chaotic, emotional horror-action where characters endure real loss and violence. It is not medieval fantasy, but it nails tragedy, shock, and unstable danger.
9) Fire Punch
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.0 / 5
Creator(s): Fujimoto Tatsuki
Genre: Action, Supernatural, Mystery
No. of Chapters: 83
A frozen world and a protagonist trapped in constant pain, driven by revenge. It is bleak, psychological, and uncompromising.
10) Blade of the Phantom Master
Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5
Creator(s): Yoon In-Wan, Yang Kyung-Il
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural
No. of Chapters: 76
An anti-hero journey through a corrupt world of warlords and cruelty. It has haunted atmosphere, moral darkness, and a strong sense of harsh justice.
FAQ
Q: Are these truly “like Berserk,” or just dark manga in general?
A: They are “Berserk-adjacent” in different ways. Some match the dark fantasy + monsters vibe, others match the brutality, psychological weight, or unstoppable struggle. None is a perfect substitute, but each hits at least one core Berserk feeling.
Q: Which pick is the closest to Berserk in tone and setting?
A: Claymore is usually the closest overall match for medieval dark fantasy, grim atmosphere, and relentless monster hunting. If you want intense sword violence with a heavy emotional core, it is the easiest transition.
Q: I want the gore and brutality most. What should I start with?
A: Try Blade of the Immortal for raw sword violence, Gantz for extreme survival brutality, and Goblin Slayer if you want a harsh fantasy world built around trauma and danger.
Q: I want a series that feels epic and keeps raising the stakes.
A: Attack on Titan is the best fit for constant escalation, massive reveals, and a story that grows from survival horror into something much bigger.
Q: Which ones lean more supernatural and occult?
A: Hellsing and Devilman are your best bets. Hellsing is stylish and action-heavy, while Devilman is more thematic and emotionally devastating.
Q: Which ones are the most psychological and “mess you up” type reads?
A: Fire Punch is the most uncomfortable and bleak psychologically. Chainsaw Man also hits hard emotionally, just in a more chaotic, unpredictable way.
Q: I do not want something super long. Which should I pick?
A: Go with Devilman (53 chapters) or Blade of the Phantom Master (76 chapters). They are shorter but still intense and memorable.
Q: Are any of these ongoing?
A: Yes, Chainsaw Man and Goblin Slayer are listed as ongoing in this set, so you can catch up and then follow new releases.
Q: If I can only pick one to start with, what is the safest recommendation for Berserk fans?
A: Claymore is the most consistent “safe pick” for Berserk fans because it balances dark fantasy, horror, action, and a grim journey without feeling like a random tonal shift.
