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The Big O

The Big O

Paradigm City, a city of amnesia and a place of belonging. It remains populated by forgotten pasts and the ruins of their labors due to a calamity 40 years ago. Shrouded in a fog-like mystery, it is up to people like Roger Smith to shine a light through the mist. Acting as a professional negotiator...

7.6 Good

apps Top The Big O Alternatives

The top alternative to The Big O in 2026 is Psycho-Pass with a score of 9.1/10, followed by Ergo Proxy (8.9) and Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG (8.5).

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Psycho-Pass

Psycho-Pass

Justice, and the enforcement of it, has changed. In the 22nd century, Japan enforces the Sibyl System, an objective mean...

Action Sci Fi Japan Detective
9.1 Excellent
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Ergo Proxy

Ergo Proxy

Within the domed city of Romdo lies one of the last human civilizations on Earth. Thousands of years ago, a global ecolo...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Mystery
8.9 Great
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Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG

Following the closure of the "Laughing Man" case, Section 9 is re-established by Japan's newly elected Prime Minister, Y...

Military Mecha Sci Fi Japan
8.5 Great
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Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man

In 2024, the terrorist incident known as "The Laughing Man Incident" occurred in which Ernest Serano, president of the g...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
8.1 Great
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Ghost in the Shell 2.0

Ghost in the Shell 2.0

Set in the year 2029 and following World Wars III and IV, a Japanese-led Asian block dominates world affairs. The allian...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
8.0 Great
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Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG - Individual Eleven

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG - Individual Eleven

“Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG – Individual Eleven” is an original video animation exploring a complex psychological thril...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Psychological
8.0 Great
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ID: INVADED

ID: INVADED

The Mizuhanome System is a highly advanced development that allows people to enter one of the most intriguing places in...

Sci Fi Japan Detective Mystery
7.8 Good
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Patlabor: The Mobile Police - The TV Series

Patlabor: The Mobile Police - The TV Series

In the future, advanced robotics has created heavy robots ("labors") for use in a variety of functions: construction, fi...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Comedy
7.8 Good
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Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence

With Major Motoko Kusanagi missing, Section 9's Batou is assigned to investigate a string of gruesome murders—seemingly...

Military Mecha Sci Fi Japan
7.8 Good
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Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 2: Ghost Whispers

Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 2: Ghost Whispers

Second movie of Ghost in the Shell: Arise. Freed of her responsibilities with the 501 Organization, Motoko Kusanagi must...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.5 Good
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Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie

Ghost in the Shell: The New Movie

In the year 2027, a year following the end of the non-nuclear World War IV, a bomb has gone off in Newport City, killing...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Award Winning
7.4 Good
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Psycho-Pass 3

Psycho-Pass 3

Thanks to the Sibyl System, the mental states of society can now be measured on a numerical scale. Using these "crime co...

Action Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.4 Good
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Psycho-Pass 2

Psycho-Pass 2

A year and a half after the events of the original sci-fi psychological thriller, Akane Tsunemori continues her work as...

Action Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.4 Good
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Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 4: Ghost Stands Alone

Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 4: Ghost Stands Alone

The story of this fourth installment takes place amidst signs of postwar reconstruction in the winter of 2028. Tensions...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.4 Good
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Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 1: Ghost Pain

Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 1: Ghost Pain

The anime's story is set in 2027, one year after the end of the fourth non-nuclear war. New Port City is still reeling f...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.4 Good
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The Perfect Insider

The Perfect Insider

In a research facility hidden away on a remote island, genius programmer Shiki Magata has lived as a recluse for years....

Sci Fi Japan Detective Mystery
7.3 Good
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Gatchaman Crowds Insight

Gatchaman Crowds Insight

One day, a huge UFO spins over Japan and crashes into a rural farmland outside Nagaoka, disrupting Tsubasa Misudachi's o...

Action Mecha Sci Fi Japan
7.2 Good
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Canaan

Canaan

Oosawa Maria is a Japanese photographer currently working in Shanghai, China. Along with her partner Mino, she searches...

Action Sci Fi Japan Atmospheric
7.2 Good
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Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture

Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture

A TV anime version of Ghost in the Shell: Arise. The first eight episodes are an edited version of the four movies while...

Mecha Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.2 Good
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Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040

Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040

In the wake of an earthquake that devastated most of the city, Tokyo has been rebuilt in record time due to the developm...

Adventure Action Mecha Sci Fi
7.2 Good

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Alternative Score vs The Big O Action
Psycho-Pass
Psycho-Pass
Anime Action Sci Fi Japan
9.1 Excellent +1.5 Compare
Ergo Proxy
Ergo Proxy
Anime Mecha Sci Fi Japan
8.9 Great +1.3 Compare
8.5 Great +0.9 Compare
8.1 Great +0.5 Compare
Ghost in the Shell 2.0
Ghost in the Shell 2.0
Anime Mecha Sci Fi Japan
8.0 Great +0.4 Compare
8.0 Great +0.4 Compare
ID: INVADED
ID: INVADED
Anime Sci Fi Japan Detective
7.8 Good +0.2 Compare
7.8 Good +0.2 Compare
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
Anime Military Mecha Sci Fi
7.8 Good +0.2 Compare
7.5 Good -0.1 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to The Big O?
The top alternatives to The Big O in 2026 include Psycho-Pass, Ergo Proxy, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man, Ghost in the Shell 2.0. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does The Big O compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. The Big O scores 7.6/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is The Big O worth it in 2026?
The Big O scores 7.6/10 in the Anime category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to The Big O?
Several alternatives to The Big O offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from The Big O?
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How many alternatives to The Big O are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to The Big O in the Anime category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which The Big O alternative has the highest rating?
Psycho-Pass currently holds the highest rating among The Big O alternatives with a score of 9.1/10.
Can I use Psycho-Pass instead of The Big O?
Psycho-Pass is one of the top-rated alternatives to The Big O. While they serve similar purposes in the Anime space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to The Big O?
Pricing varies among The Big O alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Anime category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are The Big O alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
The Big O vs Psycho-Pass: which is better?
The Big O scores 7.6/10 while Psycho-Pass scores 9.1/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
The Big O vs Ergo Proxy: which is better?
The Big O scores 7.6/10 while Ergo Proxy scores 8.9/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
The Big O vs Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG: which is better?
The Big O scores 7.6/10 while Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG scores 8.5/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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