As in the anime universe, battle plots are one of the most common and dear fans’ themes. Fighting tournaments, great wars and superpowers are an essential part of the stories of Japanese designs.
And it is natural that this dynamic is present in the video games that have as one of its main genres the fighting games. In view of this, we decided to highlight some of the best anime -inspired battle games. Follow!
10 anime -based fighting games
Dragon Ball Fighterz
The anime of Goku and his friends has several fighting game titles, with different approaches, but the highlight goes to the title released in 2018. “Dragon Ball Fighterz” He became a milestone in anime and fighting games as a whole.
Developed by ARC System Works, the game brought fighting in 2.5D with an anime-like look and a technical gameplay worthy of e-sports tournaments.
With teams from 3 characters, cinematographic special and plenty of fan service, it is an indispensable title for fans of the series.
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows.
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm (series)
The Ninja Storm Naruto franchise revolutionized the way anime games could be presented.
Mixing 3D arenas and cel-shading graphics faithful to the anime, the games deliver epic fights with Quick Time Events Cinematographic and a campaign that recounts the entire “Naruto” saga until the end of Ninja Fourth War.
Fluid control and accessible combos appeal to both fans and beginners.
Platforms:
- Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm: PS3, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, Android and IOS;
- Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2: PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch and PC;
- Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3: PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch and PC;
- Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4: PS4, Xbox One, Switch and PC;
- Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series x | S, Switch and PC.
Jump Force
Indispensable title when we talk about anime games, Shonen Jump’s crossovers are one of the highlights of the genre, and “Jump Force” It is the most modern title of this proposal.
The game brought together characters from more than 15 Shonen Jump franchises, including “Dragon Ball”, “Naruto”, “One Piece”, “Yu Yu Hakusho”, “Bleach” and many others.
The result was an ambitious crossover, with realistic graphics and destructible arenas. Despite the mixed reception, the game is a full plate for those who always dreamed of seeing Goku fighting Luffy, Yusuke against Gon and many other clashes.
- Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows.
Sunday vs Magazine: Shuuketsu! Choujou daikessen!
In the same style as “Jump Force”, this title is a crossover between two of the main Shoenn manga publishers in Japan.
Launched exclusively in Japan to PSP, the game sets face to face characters from “Weekly Shōnen Sunday” and “Weekly Shōnen Magazine”. “Inuyasha”, “Nogima”, “IPPO” and many others face into quick arena -style combat, celebrating decades of famous manga.
Saint Seiya: Soldiers’ Soul
“Saint Seiya: Soldiers’ Soul” is a complete tribute to the “Knights of the Zodiac”, covering the Sagas of the Sanctuary, Asgard, Poseidon and Hades.
With modern graphics and a great cast of characters, the game brings classic special blows such as “Meteoro de Pegaso” and “Dragon Cholera” in beautiful animations.
The gameplay is simple, but true to the spirit of the anime. And for the nostalgic fans of the series, the game has the original Brazilian voice acting from the 90s.
- Platforms: PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows and PlayStation 3.
Yu Yu Hakusho: Dark Tournament
Despite being one of the most emblematic and praised titles of the Shonens, “Yu Yu Hakusho” has few games compared to his “editor brothers” such as “Dragon Ball.”
This title is based on the iconic arc of the Dark Tournament. “Yu Yu Hakusho: Dark Tournament” has arrived at PS2 with modest graphics, but faithful to the series. The gameplay resembles conventional struggle games, highlighting the attacks of spiritual powers and the dark atmosphere of the work.
For fans, it’s a unique opportunity to relive what, for many, is one of the best arches in fighting anime history.
- Platform: PlayStation 2.
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My Hero One’s Justice 2
Inspired by “Boku no Hero Academy”, “My Hero One’s Justice 2” is an arena fighting game focused on the “quirks”, the unique powers of each character.
The game is fast, with acrobatic movements and intense impact effects. The variety of heroes and villains allows creative and faithful confrontations to the spirit of the anime.
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows and Google Stadia.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles
One of the latest games on the list, “The Hinokami Chronicles” mixes action and fights in arenas inspired by the scenarios of the “Demon Slayer” anime.
With stunning graphics and choreographed fights as in the episodes, the game is a true extension of the animated series, including modes for a local player and versus online.
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | Series S and Microsoft Windows.
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle
Another Shonen Jump classic, “All-Star Battle” (and its updated version R) This is the best way to revive the arches of “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure”.
The game adapts characters to the eighth part of the series (“Jojolion”), with a unique visual style that lives up to the art of Hirohiko Araki.
The game includes dozens of characters with varied fighting styles, including stands and classic Hamon blows. The duels are full of dramatic poses and references to the manga.
Platforms:
- Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle: Playstation 3;
- Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R: Windows (PC), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series x | s.
KILL LA KILL IF
For those who like more cults, “Kill La Kill” also received a game. With faithful visual style and impressive animation, “Kill La Kill If” is a 3D fight game that reimagines some events in the series.
Developed by ARC System Works, it combines intense struggle mechanics with the anime’s humor and visual boldness. It is short, but stylish and satisfactory for fans of the animation.
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Microsoft Windows.