Cross Game is absolutely one of the best anime shows (not just sports anime) that I've seen. Period. It is another masterpiece written by Mitsuru Adachi (of Touch and H2 fame). From the first episode (which is absolutely heartbreaking and a must-watch), the show just captures the viewer's attention and never lets go. The best part of Cross Game is that it is about more than just baseball. So much more. It is a story about dealing with the death of a loved one (it has a very similar feeling to AnoHana), friendship, and how two people grow and nurture each other through hardships and successes. The story may be a little bit predictable at times, but Cross Game is more about the total journey. Don't be intimidated by the length. Time flies and there really are no filler episodes (except for one recap episode) and by the end, I was wishing that the show would never end. The characters are truly what make this show exceptional and Aoba is one of my favorite female protagonists of all time. She is way more than just a tsundere and has so much depth to her character. Do yourself a favor and watch this masterpiece. It'll have you on the edge of seat the whole time.
In my top 10, and I don't even like baseball.
The graphics for this Anime are typical of a 2000s Anime, but the story and the character development are really where this Anime takes the cake. I’ve always been a sucker for Tsundere character development, and Aoba Tsukishima has just reached one of the top spots. I couldn’t imagine a better story arc with it’s complex relationships and progression over time. Man this Anime really takes you for a ride. It’s probably less of a Sports Anime, and more along the lines of RomCom / Slice of Life — but without the cheesy Shoujo romance stuff. Highly recommended.
If you like anime, this has to be on your must watch list.
One of the few anime I have re-watched from episode 1 until the end without feeling the need to skip any episodes
A Great Sports anime.
Shout by Supriyo GhoshBlockedParent2018-12-14T14:58:54Z
I am not into Sports Anime but i can say it's one of the best anime I've watched. I really Tsukishima Aoba's Tsundere like character.
Before starting it i thought it was just another baseball based anime but as series progresses the story get's deeper and deeper.
It's doesn't really have any great comedy scenes to laugh but the heart-warming story will always keep a smile on your face.