The 9 Best Video Games Inspired By Anime

Impossible to miss the 9 best video games inspired by anime and manga.

The synergy between the world of japanimation and video games is undeniable. The two universes have inspired each other for decades. If some video games like Genshin Impact seem to be made for anime fans, japanimation is also able to adapt a video game into an anime, as the example of Blue Dragon shows.

But this last case is much rarer than anime adaptations in video games, which are commonplace. That’s why we made a top 9 video games inspired by anime and manga, to discover before taking a look at our list of the best games of all time.

The least we can say is that video games adapted from anime and manga are of really uneven quality. Some of them really disappointed, like Fairy Tail and One Piece: World Seeker, though they were expected as cult works by the fans.

But let’s not put all the games in the same bag. Many titles are really worth a look, as you will see below. Discover now our top 9 best video games inspired by cult anime.

Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise

The Yakuza-like in the universe of Ken the Survivor offers a rather catchy story and dynamic fights as the studio Ryū ga Gotoku knows how to do. The somewhat dated graphics are compensated by the successful art direction. If you like the game, we can only recommend the studio’s other titles, like Judgment.

Bleach: The Blade Of Fate

This is the best game adapted from the Bleach anime. The 2D fighting game released on Nintendo DS in 2008 conquered the fans with its cast of 26 characters and its 23 available scenarios. The fighting system is easy to learn, but rather complex to master.

Astro Boy Omega Factor

Here is a game that people under 20 years old certainly don’t know. However, Astro Boy Omega Factor is one of the essential games of the Gameboy Advance for its clever mix between beat them all, shoot’em up and its frantic rhythm through successful levels.

Attack of the Titans 2

The flagship anime of the last few years could not pass by a video game adaptation. After a successful first episode, Attack of the Titans 2 refines the formula. The character editor refreshes everything and the story is more pleasant to follow, because it is original. Carried by its explosive fighting system, Attack of the Titans 2 is a must-have for fans of the anime, who are impatiently waiting for the end of season 4.

Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON

Gundam is an institution in Japan. Many games adapted from the series have been released in the Land of the Rising Sun. Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON is one of the best of them. Its gargantuan content (almost 200 playable mechs, more than 30 stages) is matched only by its thrilling battles. This port of the arcade version of the game is recommended to all fans of Gundam and mechas.

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One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4

Good quality One Piece games are not legion. Omega Force is to be commended, then, for the musō One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4. The characters are plentiful, have a varied palette of moves, and all the official voice actors from the anime – which you’ll hear in the cinema in the 1000th episode – are on board.

Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 2

Even if Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 is just as excellent, we choose this episode because it marks the arrival of the online mode. As usual, CyberConnect2’s knowledge allows us to enjoy an excellent gameplay and a polished realization.

Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle

As you can see, anime video game adaptations are often fighting games. And Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle is no exception to the rule. The title is to be recommended to fans of the work, because it faithfully respects its universe. The gameplay is rather easy to take in hand but proves to be quite subtle. Only the story mode disappoints somewhat.

Dragon Ball FighterZ

How can we not mention the incredible Dragon Ball FighterZ? Expected as the messiah, the game did not disappoint, to say the least. Its accessible, yet rich gameplay won over fans, as did its art direction and overall execution. The best fighting game inspired by anime. And the best anime-inspired video game ever. We don’t know yet if the fans of Dragon Ball FighterZ develop a special ability like the fans of the anime.