15 Best Anime Of 2022 (So Far)

Have you ever wondered what would happen if the Red Power Ranger started dating Rita Repulsa? No, of course, you haven't! But this anime decides to show you anyway, and it's as ridiculous as it is fun.

This version of Japan is in a constant battle between the forces of good and evil. On one side is the Gelato 5, a group of colour-centric superheroes and the righteous defenders of the people. On the other is the fearsome Gekko, an evil organization hellbent on world domination. But, what nobody knows is that Red Gelato (the leader of Gelato 5) and The Reaper Princess (a commander in Gekko) are secretly dating.

This is an anime that thrives on revitalizing the romance genre. Anime romances are a dime-a-dozen (you'll notice a few on this list), but this show's outlandish set-up makes it feel entirely original. It's also a shockingly well-built Power Rangers parody, with great visual motifs and clever use of colour.

Besides the easily likeable characters and surprisingly strong world-building, the series also thrives by constantly upping the stakes. Each new episode brings fresh challenges to the lead couple's relationship, making it a constantly exciting ride.