Isekai animehas become one of the most popular genres among anime fans with its unique concept of transporting characters from their regular world to a fantasy world, parallel universe, or game.In the case of reverse isekai, it’s a character from one of those worlds mentioned earlier that comes to the mundane world.
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While watching anime in its original Japanese language with English subtitles is preferred for most fans, some prefer to watch the dubbed version to immerse themselves without the hassle of trying to read subtitles. These are some of the best English dubbed Isekai anime based on the quality of voice acting and overall viewing experience.
10That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime
A man named Satoru is reincarnatedinto a fantasy world as a slimewith an overpowered ability called Predator which allows him to imitate the structure and powers of whatever he absorbs.
The English cast does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life, and the voice is well suited to the characters' personalities, making it easy to connect to them on a deeper level. Rimuru’s thoughts are accurately conveyed by Brittney Karbowski, who also did a great job when she was acting as Clair Aoki fromGleipnir.
9The Ascendance Of A Bookworm
This tells the story of a young girl named Myne who is transported to a medieval world and decides topursue her dream of reading bookseven though books are rare and only accessible by the elites.
The talented voice actors who worked on this show could effectively convey the emotions and personalities of the characters. The voice acting is believable, helping the fans to immerse themselves in the story. Myne is voiced by Reba Buhr, who has a plethora of experience in the voice-acting industry.
8Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid
This is a unique reverse isekai anime series that features the premise ofdragons living alongside humansand trying to adapt to their way of living. The anime has been praised for its storyline and animation. Another reason for its success is the quality of the English voice actors who bring the characters to life.
The voice cast captures the essence of their characters, including Leah Clark, who voicedClassroom Of The Elite’s Airi Sakura andDarling in the Franxx’s Ikuno, and Sarah Wiedenheft, who voicedChainsaw Man’s Power.
7Re:Zero
Re:Zerobecame an instant classic after its release, garnering viewers all around the world and being touted as one of the best isekai shows ever. It tells the story of a boy thrust into a world of magic, conspiracies, and thenumber of deaths he must overcometo protect everyone he loves.
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The viewers get to experience the world through Subaru’s eyes due to the exceptional voice acting of the cast, like Sean Chiplock, who voiced Draken inTokyo Revengers,and Brianna Knickerbocker, who portrayed Macy Baljure inBurn The Witch.
6The Devil Is A Part-Timer
The Demon Lord Satan, who was transported to modern-day Tokyo, must work part-time in a fast-food restaurant to earn a living. The show is well known for its humor, unique premise, and likable characters.
The English dub is faithful to the Japanese version, with accurate translations that maintain the integrity of the story and characters. Fans are especially drawn in by the voice acting for Sadao Maou, who is voiced by Jessie James Grelle, who also voices Armin Arlert inAttack Of Titan.
5The Rising Of The Shield Hero
The Rising of The Shield Hero is a story of betrayal and perseverance. After Naofumi Iwatani is summoned to aid the kingdom in battles against monsters that come in waves, he is framed and betrayed by the princess mainly because his legendary weapon is not a weapon but actually a shield, unlike the other heroes that were summoned alongside him.
Billy Kametz’s accurate representation of the thoughts and expressions of Naofumi is reminiscent of his outstanding performance playing the protagonist, Shuta Aoi, inTokyo 24th Ward.
4Sword Art Online
Kirito, with hundreds of other players worldwide, gets stuck in an onlinegame called Sword Art Online, where their in-game death translates to real life. To clear the game and go back home, players start to work together to beat the floor bosses while the deadly part of the story unfolds.
The English cast can effectively convey the emotions, drama, and action of the show. Bryce Papenbrook’s experience playing characters like Emiya Shirou fromFate/Stay Night,Meliodas fromThe Seven Deadly Sins, and Inosuke Hashibira fromDemon Slayer;is put to good use by playing Kirito.
3Overlord
This popular anime series occurs in a fantasy world where the game Yggdrasil has become a reality. A player, Momonga, is transported to the gameas Ainz Ooal Gown, an all-powerful skeleton who tries to locate other players that might have been transported and the mystery behind the event occurring. The series has gained a worldwide fan base because of its world-building, complex characters, and dark themes.
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The menacing Ainz Ooal Gown and the fan-favorite Albedo are perfectly embodied by Christopher Guerrero, who also voiced Heracles inHigh School DxD Heroand Lisa Isaribi inFire Force,respectively.
2Mushoku Tensei - Jobless Reincarnation
This splendid anime is expecting a new season, and it tells the story of a highly introverted and antisocial man that dies and gets transported to a fantasy world. He has to learn to open up to people around him and guide his cousin through the continent while trying to locate his family members after a disaster sends them all flying.
The characters were portrayed by a cast of outstanding voice actors like Madeleine Morris and Lindsay Seide accurately expressed the character’s emotions through their tones like they did playing Inca Kasugatani inFire Forceand Ichika Nakano inThe Quintessential Quintuplets.
1KonoSuba
If you’re a fan that loves slapstick comedy with a little bit of fan service,then Konosuba is sure todeliver a pleasing experience. After being summoned into a fantasy world, Kazuma is tasked with defeating the Demon King and his army and becomes friends with a goddess, a crimson demon, and a knight along the way.
Kazuma is voiced by Arnie Pantonja, and the beautiful Aqua is voiced by Faye Mata, who is well known for her performance voicing the character Mikoto Aiura that appears inThe Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
