Hunter x Hunter
Which Should I Watch?
| Aspect | Hunter x Hunter (1999) | Hunter x Hunter (2011) |
|---|---|---|
| Release Date | October 1999 – March 2001 | October 2011 – September 2014 |
| Episodes | 62 (including OVAs) | 148 |
| Fidelity to Manga | Loosely follows the manga, especially after the Greed Island arc | Faithful to the manga, follows the original storyline closely |
| Animation Style | Classic late 90s animation, darker and grittier tone | Modern animation with brighter colors and sharper designs |
| Pacing | Slower pacing, expands on certain arcs and backstories | Faster pacing, skips some filler, more action-packed |
| Tone | Darker, more serious overall tone | Starts light-hearted, becomes darker during later arcs |
| Ending | Ends with the Greed Island arc | Continues into Chimera Ant and Election arcs |
| Character Development | More emotional depth added to characters | More faithful to the manga, characters stay true to their original arc |
| Music/Score | Dark, atmospheric score | Upbeat, adventurous soundtrack |
| Notable Differences | Expands on character backstories and adds filler | Follows the manga more closely with minimal filler |