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Anime dominates several forms of media like TV shows, comic books, and, unfortunately, movies (we’re all still reeling from DragonBall Evolution). It also dominates the gaming world with all sorts of games based on anime characters across multiple platforms. There’s a healthy number of Anime Android games, and here’s a list of the top 10.
This is a list of games that star some of your favorite anime characters from popular shows. We’re only going to talk about games based on existing franchises rather than games that are anime-inspired; sorry, Genshin Impact. Without further ado, let’s see which apps will get your chakra flowing.
EDENS ZERO Pocket Galaxy
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $79.99
- Size: 543MB
- Google Play Rating: 4 stars out of 5
EDENS ZERO Pocket Galaxy is based on the popular manga and anime series that premiered in recent years. It’s an action RPG game that takes the series’ core characters and pits them against hordes of enemies.
The gameplay is pretty simple. It’s a fully 3D game so you’re free to roam around as you fight off the baddies. You use the digital joystick on the left side of the screen to move and the buttons on the right to attack. You’ll be able to use different powered attacks to inflict more damage.
This is a pretty straightforward action-packed game for fans of the franchise. It’s free to play, and the in-app purchases don’t get in the way of the gameplay.
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GUNDAM BREAKER MOBILE
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: No
- Size: 2GB
- Google Play Rating: 4.2 stars out of 5
This game will be perfect for you if you’re into older anime. Gundam is one of the older anime franchises, and there are a ton of games out for it. GUNDAM BREAKER MOBILE brings the game to your mobile device.
The game is a fun and action-packed game that puts you into the cockpit of a mobile suit. When you start a level, you’ll be put up against waves of enemy robots. You’ll need to fight your way through these using your melee attacks and blasters.
The game is separated into levels, and you’ll have simple cutscenes in between each level to bring a bit of story into the mix. If you’re a Gundam fan, then this game is a must!
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MHA: The Strongest Hero
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $99.99
- Size: 2GB
- Google Play Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
There’s no shortage of games centering around My Hero Academia, and this is one of the most ambitious ones. MHA: The Strongest Hero is a major game that was developed by Crunchyroll Games LLC. If you’re looking for an immersive MHA experience, then you should get this game.
It follows the story of Deku, the main character in the series, as he begins his journey to and through the special academy for gifted students. It follows the anime pretty faithfully with the addition of some side stories.
What makes this game interesting is that it has fully-voiced cutscenes complete with sound effects. So, it’s a fun game to play and a treat for the ears.
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NARUTO X BORUTO NINJA VOLTAGE
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $79.99
- Size: 101MB
- Google Play Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
NARUTO X BORUTO NINJA VOLTAGE takes your favorite characters from both Naruto and Boruto and lets you use them in battle. You’ll run through expansive stages and fight through hordes of ninja enemies en route to the end.
The combat is typical for most mobile beat’em ups. You use the joystick on the left of the screen to move, and the buttons on the right to attack. You have your basic attack button, but you can also use the accompanying powered attacks to deal more damage.
One of the main draws to this game is the cast of popular characters from the anime series’. You can draw and collect your favorite characters from the Naruto and Boruto franchises to use in battle.
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MY HERO ULTRA IMPACT
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $79.99
- Size: 61MB
- Google Play Rating: 4.0 stars out of 5
My Hero Academia fans will love this turn-based RPG about the popular series. As you can imagine, you can use the cast of characters from the show and fight your way through different enemies. You’ll collect these characters as you progress.
This game uses its own aesthetic with stylized character models. They’re more cartoonish than the characters on the show, but they still retain their original charm. It makes for an overall good-looking game.
The Seven Deadly Sins
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $79.99
- Size: 135
- Google Play Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
Seven Deadly Sins is an RPG developed by Netmarble, and it follows the main characters of the show. It uses classic turn-based combat, and you attack with a team of at least three people.
You’ll progress through a cinematic storyline with fully-voiced cutscenes. Also, the visuals are amazing with very well-modeled and expressive characters. It’s a great game to play if you want to feel like you’re watching the actual anime.
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Stickman Warriors
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $29.99
- Size: 117MB
- Google Play Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5
If you’re looking to have all of the fun of anime battle in a simple and rather comical way, then you should look into Stickman Warriors. While the title is rather generic, this game is inspired by the world of Dragonball Z/Super. While the characters are just legally distinct enough to avoid a massive lawsuit, you’ll be able to identify your favorite Dragonball characters.
The gameplay, while high-octane, is pretty straightforward. You’ll use the joystick on the left of the screen to move your character, and you’ll use the buttons on the right of the screen to attack your opponent. You’ll be able to use your basic attack buttons, but there are also buttons for powered attacks that will deal additional damage.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $34.99
- Size: 84MB
- Google Play Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
Yu-Gi-Oh! fans are in for a treat, as this is one of the best games on the market for the popular trading card game. In Duel Links, you’ll be getting a fully-featured experience as you battle your way to the top.
The gameplay has a ton of amazing animations and effects that are pleasing to the eye. The monsters float above the cards while they’re in play and they have animated introductions when they’re summoned. It’s a sight to see while you’re playing.
This game involves popular characters from different Yu-Gi-Oh shows including the original series, GX, 5D’s, The Dark Side Of Dimensions, Zexel, and ARC-V. This is for all the fans who watched and enjoyed those shows along with playing the game.
One-Punch Man: Road to Hero 2.0
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $0.99 – $99.99
- Size: 1GB
- Google Play Rating: 4.7 stars out of 5
There are different games on the Play Store that revolve around One Punch Man, and this one is one of the most interesting. Instead of playing only as the titular character, you’ll be playing as several characters from the series. As you progress, you’ll collect more characters.
This is a turn-based RPG, and it presents the characters as adorable chibi characters in combat. When you enter combat, you’ll see your characters attack the enemies and vice versa. You’ll upgrade your characters as you go along to win more battles.
The cutscenes are fully-voiced as are the characters’ special attacks. They’re all in Japanese, so you’ll mostly enjoy them if you’re into watching the subbed version.
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Anime Love Story: Shadowtime
- Download Cost: Free
- In-App Cost: $4.99
- Size: 129MB
- Google Play Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5
This isn’t inspired by a specific anime. Rather, it lets you create a love story with beautiful anime-inspired characters. It gives you the feeling of living out the anime. This is a very story-driven game that has you playing the role of a custom character. You’ll be involved in a tangled love triangle. You’ll need to make the right decisions in order to make your romance flourish.
Along the way, you’ll see all kinds of creative characters. You’ll see different characters based on the decisions you make. So, you’ll want to be sure that you make the proper decisions. You never know where this story is going to take you.