Top 15 best animated games
Top 15 Best Anime Games of All Time
Games are generally seen as a way to pass the time. But only real gamers know how many layers the game has. Whether it's the excitement you feel after finally completing an impossible level in Elden Ring or after completing a speedrun in Super Mario Odyssey, there's never a dull moment in the exciting world of video game.
we often go further. The one thing we all love about this beloved industry is the range of genres it offers. There are relaxing game series that depict daily board game battles in schools.
And then there are the high-stakes battle royales where defeat means death. There is something for all tastes and moods.
Today we are going to review a list of the 15 best anime games of all time. As mentioned, we'll include all types of series, from bone-chilling, horror, and game-or-die stories to casual and slice-of-life stories.
I hope you find something new to add to your already way too long watchlist (this time with the intention of actually watching it).
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Top 15 Best Anime Games of All Time
15. D-Frag!
| Anime Name | D-Frag! |
| Rating BAD | 7.51 |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Comedy, School, Strategy game |
| Studio | Base of the brain |
| Season | Winter 2014 |
Starting with one of the weirdest, D-Frag! is a comedy, a series about students playing games. The series highlights the beloved school club troupe and injects a strong dose of weirdness.
Reminiscent of series like Seitokai Yakuindomo and Haruhi Suzumiya, D-Frag! features a wide range of quirky characters that will make you laugh hard and keep you interested.
The story begins with a boy named Kenji Kazama who, along with his friends, wants to make a name for himself as a delinquent at Fujou Academy.
At the start of the term, they end up putting out a fire in the Game Development Club room. Unfortunately for them, the club is run by a group of strange girls who entice Kenji to join their club. Shenanigans ensue.
14. New game
| Anime Name | New game |
| Rating BAD | 7.57 |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Comedy, Video Game |
| Studio | Doga Kobo |
| Season | Summer 2016 |
New Game gives a glimpse into life on the other side of the industry. Suzukaze Aoba has a unique chance to join the creator of her favorite childhood video game series, Fairies Story.
Aoba is excited but nervous about taking her first steps into this whole new world. All her nervousness disappears, however, when she realizes what a character each of her colleagues is!
New game! is a fun, laid-back series that provides insight into the ups and downs of the industry, who makes our beloved games, and is a good watch if you want to watch something quick and light.
13. Dead Men’s Wonderland
| Anime Name | Dead Men's Wonderland |
| Rating BAD | 7:15 a.m. |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Action, high stakes games, PvP |
| Studio | Manglobe |
| Season | Spring 2011 |
Now diving into the horrors of this genre, we have Deadmen Wonderland on the list. Ganta Igarashi witnesses the massacre of his entire class by a mysterious "Red Man".
He barely has time to process it all before finding himself dragged into the deadly amusement park-themed prison, Deadmen Wonderland, after being framed for the crime.
Will he manage to survive all the death traps disguised as games in this prison where everyone is an enemy? And who is his mysterious childhood friend named Shiro?
Deadmen Wonderland is definitely not for the faint of heart, but it's a really fun and exciting watch. Although the anime couldn't deliver on the ending, the manga is finished and is a good read for those who might be craving more after the anime.
12. Darwin's Game
| Anime Name | Darwin's game |
| Rating BAD | 7.23 |
| Number of episodes | 11 |
| Genres | Action, high stakes games, PvP |
| Studio | Link |
| Season | Winter 2020 |
This anime is the perfect example of why you shouldn't open strange emails. Kaname Sudo receives an invitation email to try a new mobile app game called "Darwin's Game".
He soon discovers that he may have gotten much more than he bargained for as he is plunged into a deadly game of survival.
This series is perfect for binge-watching if you want to satisfy your cravings. The play or die genre is always a treat to watch, and Darwin's Game won't disappoint either.
11. No play, no life
| Anime Name | No play, no life |
| BAD rating | 8.08 |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Adventure, fantasy, high stakes games |
| Studio | CRAZY'S HOUSE |
| Season | Spring 2014 |
No Game No Life is well known in the anime world. The series made waves when it was first released and was loved by many. The color palette of the series is one of the most striking and the animation is well done. The series is faithful to its source material and fans are still waiting for a new season of the anime to this day.
Sora and Shiro are siblings. They are also undefeated players who play under the legendary username “Blank”. In fact, they are so good that they attract the attention of a god who brings them into his world.
It's a pretty cruel world where games mean everything from status to life. But for this masterful duo, no challenge is too great when it comes to games!
10. Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel of monsters
| Anime Name | Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel of monsters |
| Rating BAD | 7.48 |
| Number of episodes | 224 |
| Genres | Shounen, card battles, high stakes games |
| Studio | Gallop |
| Season | Spring 2000 |
It's hard to find someone who doesn't know Yu-Gi-Oh. The series is so famous that even people who don't watch anime regularly know about it. The franchise has many seasons, but Duel Monsters is undoubtedly one of the most popular.
Yugi has now learned Dual Monsters and has more confidence in his abilities. After beating world number two Kaiba Seto, he caught the attention of Pegasus, the game's creator.
Unfortunately, after being challenged to an alternate reality where card monsters can come to life, he loses and as a result his grandfather's soul is taken. Yugi must now face some of the best duelists and discover the secrets of the Millennium Puzzle.
9. Kaiji
| Anime Name | Kaiji |
| Rating BAD | 8.27 |
| Number of episodes | 76 (2 seasons, 1 spin-off) |
| Genres | Seinen, High Stakes Games, Psychological |
| Studio | CRAZY'S HOUSE |
| Broadcast | 2007-2018 |
Kaiji Ito has accumulated heavy debts due to his gambling addiction. An opportunity comes his way when he is invited aboard a ship called Hope with a chance to gain more wealth than he can handle. imagine.
But it's a place deadlier than anything he's ever witnessed, and everyone wants to destroy it even more. Can Kaiji survive this situation and outwit everyone to win?
Kaiji provides a thrill like no other. Every match, every decision and every move has disastrous consequences. The series has the power to make viewers as anxious as Kaiji, and every interaction leaves you rooting for him.
8. Chihayafuru
| Anime Name | Chihayafuru |
| Rating BAD | 8.18 |
| Number of episodes | 75 (3 seasons, 1 OVA episode) |
| Genres | Josei, Drama, Strategy Game |
| Studio | CRAZY'S HOUSE |
| Season | 2011-2020 |
Taking a break from the dark series for a second, we have Chihayafuru next on the list. Chihaya Arase fell in love with a card game called Karuta with her friend Taichi and a lonely boy named Arata in elementary school.
The trio broke up after graduation. Today, she is doing her best to create a Karuta club at her school to share her passion with others.
But an unexpected encounter with her old friend leaves her wondering if she's the only one who wants to keep her childhood promise.
Chihayafuru is unconventional, it shows the beauty of Japanese culture and the lesser known Japanese game. MADHOUSE did a good job of adapting, as always. This underrated series deserves to be on your watchlist if you haven't already watched it.
7. Boom!
| Anime Name | Boom! |
| Rating BAD | 7.29 |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Seinen, HighStakes Games, PvP |
| Studio | CRAZY'S HOUSE |
| Season | Fall 2012 |
Boom! shows a terrifying reality that proves we love our online Battle Royale games, but they're only as good as behind the screens. Ryouta, 22, is the top Japanese player of the popular online game “Btoom!” ".
He may be unemployed and good for nothing, but his playing skills are undeniable. But what happens when he and many others are dropped off on a tropical island and forced to play the game in real life? Will his gaming skills really help him survive and make it to the end?
The gameplay concepts around the series are well designed and the dark and gritty undertones make the series an exciting watch. Be careful of the warning labels though, as this series is not for the faint of heart.
6. Bokurano
| Anime Name | Bokurano |
| Rating BAD | 7.61 |
| Number of episodes | 24 |
| Genres | Seinen, High Stakes Games, Mecha |
| Studio | GONZO |
| Season | Spring 2007 |
What happens when a few innocent children are given the reins to save the world? Sound familiar?
Bokurano, in the same vein as , explores this theme without all the grandiose and joyful and overflowing energy of shounen protagonists. The series takes a more realistic look at the horrors faced by children forced to be the "heroes." It's dark, melancholic and horrifying. It will make you cry more than it will delight you. But at the same time, you will feel all the emotions felt by the characters and go on a journey that you will never forget.
5. Tomodachi game
| Anime Name | Tomodachi game |
| Rating BAD | 7.71 |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Shounen, Thriller, High Stakes Games |
| Studio | Okuruto Noboru |
| Season | Spring 2022 |
High school student Katagiri Yuichi loves his close group of friends. Things might not be easy for him without his parents, but he finds joy in his friendships. Their peaceful life is interrupted when they are drawn into the "Tomodachi Game". The only thing required to win is trust between friends, which should be easy for them. But suspicion leads to psychological warfare. Will Yuichi be able to maintain his friendships? And who is he? Why is he so good at mind games?
Tomodachi Game is a fairly recent addition to the world of anime. The series is captivating and makes you want to know more after each episode. Yuichi is a surprisingly enigmatic character and makes the series more enjoyable.
4. Danganronpa
| Anime Name | Danganronpa |
| Rating BAD | 7.21 |
| Number of episodes | 38 (3 season-arcs, 2 OVA) |
| Genres | Mystery, psychological and high stakes games |
| Studio | Lerché |
| Broadcast | 2013-2017 |
Danganronpa barely needs any introduction. The original visual novel has been adapted into several media and is a successful franchise.
Hope's Peak Academy is home to the world's brightest minds. However, Makoto Naegi is selected simply through luck. Things quickly go wrong when they wake up in a locked school. The students find themselves at the mercy of a whimsical but deadly bear named Monokuma, who tells them the only way to graduate is to kill one student and trick everyone in a trial.
3. Kakegurui
| Anime Name | Kakegurui |
| Rating BAD | 7.24 |
| Number of episodes | 30 (3 seasons) |
| Genres | Shounen, gambling, high stakes games |
| Studio | MAP |
| Broadcast | 2017-2022 |
Next comes our token game anime. Hyakkou Private Academy is one of the most prestigious academies outside. However, when you are the children of the richest people in the world, you don't just need sports and studies. He who knows how to read his opponent wins, and for this, the entire academy functions thanks to the game.
Yumeko Jabami enrolls in the academy and everyone thinks she is naive and innocent. But she soon shows everyone what a REAL player looks like.
Kakegurui is an addictive watch. You can't help but be sucked in by all the crazy ways Yumeko outwits her opponents. If you don't believe us, don't hesitate and try!
2. Mars comes like a lion
| Anime Name | Mars comes like a lion |
| Rating BAD | 8.38 |
| Number of episodes | 44 (2 seasons) |
| Genres | Seinen, Drama, Strategy game |
| Studio | TREE |
| Broadcast | 2016-2018 |
Rei Kiriyama is a shogi prodigy who suffers from loneliness and anxiety. After the death of his parents, tired of the attitude of his adoptive family, he moved into a rented apartment. He meets the Kawamoto family, who prove to be his savior from his loneliness.
Mars Arrives as Leo shows a beautiful journey of healing and acceptance. It's almost melancholic to watch Rei's journey, and you can't help but wish her the best. The animation style of the anime is extremely beautiful and accentuates the emotions felt but also the characters.
1. Death Parade
| Anime Name | Death Parade |
| Rating BAD | 8:15 a.m. |
| Number of episodes | 12 |
| Genres | Psychological games, thrillers, high stakes |
| Studio | CRAZY'S HOUSE |
| Season | Winter 2015 |
In the first we have one of the testimonies of MADHOUSE's ability as an animation studio. Death Parade is an original anime and, most definitely, the best of the best. The series has one of the most unique concepts and nails everything from character designs to soundtrack to story arcs.
Referees pass judgment on people after they die by forcing them to play simple games with sadistic twists. Decim has always been confident in his ability to judge, but when a young woman with an unknown destiny begins working with him, it shakes the very core of his morality.
If you haven't already watched it, we highly recommend Death Parade. No words are enough to truly describe the magnificence of the series, and it is rather worth watching and experiencing.
With this, we have now reached the end of our list of the best anime games of all time. Thanks for the reading!
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