Summer ends...

As the season of summer comes to an end so too do the anime shows of this season. While it was not the strongest season on offer so far this year, that distinction currently goes to spring, it was not without it's gems. So without further adieu.

The Top 5 Shows of Summer 2016 

5. ReLife

Who hasn't thought of what it would be like to go back to high school? ReLife shows you what it might actually be like. While high school is the setting that we find our characters the show is much more about redemption and second chances then typical high school fare. Strong characters and an interesting plot make this a compelling show, however mediocre visuals prevents this from climbing any higher this season.

    4.New Game!

Following on the heels of the success of Shirobako we have another meta anime that shows us how some of our favorite mediums get created. Animes like this really go to show that strong characters can carry a series and that sometimes you only really need a setting so your characters have somewhere to run around. An all female cast and some fan service lend themselves nicely to the shows theme, but a lack of conflict makes for a lack of impact.

3. Amamma to Inazuma

TSUMUGI!.....

And Kotori is kind of cute too.

Honestly Tsugumi is really the best reason to watch this show. Unfortunately that means if you don't like her you won't like this show. The show can feel a little formulaic at times but it never fails to warm the heart. There is also a cooking theme in this show, but it is pretty light here, lacking the depth of our next show...

2. Shokugeki no Soma  

Seconds please! If you liked season 1 of Shokugeki no Soma, and you should because it's awesome, you are gonna like season 2. It's really that simple. The fall elections, which this season focuses on, is pretty much non stop Shokugekis. This season does what an anime based on a manga really should do, make you excited to read the manga. My only complaint is it's only 13 episodes long.

1. Mob Psycho 100

If One Punch Man left a gaping hole in your anime life, as he does in everything, then Mob Psycho 100 is doing it's best to fill the void. Great visuals, interesting characters and a plot that hints something much deeper, this show is the clear choice for best of season. No spoilers just a recommendation to go watch it.  

Honorable Mentions:

Re zero Kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu

Tales of Zasteria: The X

Love Live! Sushine

Masou Gakuen HxH