Best Anime games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated anime games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free anime games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Blades of Time
Ayumi, the gorgeous gun and sword-wielding treasure hunter, sets out on a journey to an ancient island in search of new adventures. While rich in bounty, the island is also filled with the magic of Chaos, being at the same time home to blood thirsty monsters.
Ys: The Oath in Felghana
An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.
Fortune Summoners
A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.
SATAZIUS
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
APB Reloaded
The world’s first and premier Action MMO Third Person Shooter allows you to choose between two sides of the law. Play as Enforcer or Criminal, customize your gear for the task at hand and hit the streets and play how you want in a city filled with more action this side of a Hollywood blockbuster.
Cave Story+
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Chantelise - A Tale of Two Sisters
A whimsical Action-RPG brought to you from the creators of the renowned Recettear ~ An Item Shop's Tale. Purchase before August 5th and save!
Spiral Knights
Join the ranks of the Spiral Knights. Stranded on an alien world, you must explore the ever-changing Clockworks beneath its surface.
Hamilton's Great Adventure
All new DLC, Retro Fever, Now Available!
Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale
Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!
Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West
Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West is a third-person shooter that delivers an intense team-based multiplayer experience. Relive the violent era of the Wild West with adrenaline-fueled action and fast-paced gunfights. Engage in gritty battles in beautifully rendered classic Western settings.
Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing
SONIC AND SEGA ALL-STARS RACE FOR VICTORY IN A HIGH SPEED HIGH SKILL RACETRACK SHOWDOWN! TAKE TO THE TRACK BY CAR, MONSTER TRUCK, BIKE AND EVEN AEROPLANE IN SONIC & SEGA ALL-STARS RACING. Explore stunning new circuits including Sonic Seaside Hill, Curien Mansion and Blizzard Castle as you zip around medieval castle ramparts, hurtle...
Mini Ninjas
Mini Ninjas is a game that combines furious action with stealth and exploration for an experience that appeals to a wide audience across age groups and preferences. It’s an action-adventure with a strong focus on allowing the player freedom to explore the world and has the depth to allow for very varied gameplay and approaches to getting...
X-Blades
In X-Blades, the player takes on the role of the enchanting heroine Ayumi, who survives a breathtaking dance of blades through the Hordes of Darkness. The long-haired beautiful anime, with her pistol blades and mind-blowing leaps, whirls and swirls from one fantastic level to the next.
PuzzleQuest: Challenge of the Warlords
PuzzleQuest: Challenge of the Warlords delivers, for the first time ever, classic puzzle-game action backed with an epic story of good vs. evil. Challenge your match 3 skills as you battle against computer opponents to save the Kingdom of Etheria from the evil Lord Bane.Most played anime games on Steam
Take a look at the top anime games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.
1. Wallpaper Engine
Use stunning live wallpapers on your desktop. Animate your own images to create new wallpapers or import videos/websites and share them on the Steam Workshop! Wallpaper Engine is a utilities and anime game developed and published by Wallpaper Engine Team. Released on November 16th 2018 has received 881,520 reviews of which 864,218 were positive and 17,302 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played anime game, thanks to its 42,312 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
864,218
17,302
42,312
players
2. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat. VRChat is a vr, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by VRChat Inc.. Released on February 01st 2017 has received 237,151 reviews of which 179,218 were positive and 57,933 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. While seeing 24,653 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among anime games based on player count.
7.5
179,218
57,933
24,653
players
3. VTube Studio
VTube Studio is all you'll ever need to become a Live2D VTuber, with innovative features such as pinning props to your model and many more still to come. VTube Studio is a indie and anime game developed and published by DenchiSoft. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 5,547 reviews of which 5,141 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 6,631 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among anime games based on player count.
9.0
5,141
406
6,631
players
4. Persona 5 Royal
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! Persona 5 Royal is a jrpg, story rich and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 99,427 reviews of which 96,096 were positive and 3,331 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 2,983 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played anime games.
9.5
96,096
3,331
2,983
players
5. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice! VPet-Simulator is a free to play, cute and anime game developed and published by LB Game. Released on August 13th 2023 has received 45,761 reviews of which 44,984 were positive and 777 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 2,844 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played anime games.
9.6
44,984
777
2,844
players
6. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment. Eternal Return is a free to play, anime and multiplayer game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 64,273 reviews of which 51,171 were positive and 13,102 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 2,326 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played anime games.
7.9
51,171
13,102
2,326
players
7. Metaphor: ReFantazio
The throne sits empty after the king’s assassination. With no heirs, the will of the late king decrees that the next monarch will be elected by the people, & thus begins your fight for the throne.. Metaphor: ReFantazio is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 10th 2024 has received 33,337 reviews of which 30,378 were positive and 2,959 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 2,295 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played anime games.
8.9
30,378
2,959
2,295
players
8. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a free to play, anime and third-person shooter game developed and published by iDreamSky. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 24,389 reviews of which 18,510 were positive and 5,879 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 2,194 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played anime games.
7.5
18,510
5,879
2,194
players
9. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 19,599 reviews of which 12,990 were positive and 6,609 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 1,963 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played anime games.
6.5
12,990
6,609
1,963
players
10. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold! Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links is a free to play, card game and anime game developed and published by KONAMI. Released on November 16th 2017 has received 43,448 reviews of which 36,220 were positive and 7,228 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 1,842 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played anime games.
8.2
36,220
7,228
1,842
players
Best deals on anime games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of anime games available on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted anime games.
1. .hack//G.U. Last Recode
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection. .hack//G.U. Last Recode is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on November 03rd 2017 has received 3,831 reviews of which 3,327 were positive and 504 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for anime category.
8.4
3,327
504
-94%
47.67€
2.86€
2. GIGA WRECKER
Become more than human and save mankind from total annihilation! From legendary developer Game Freak comes an action adventure like no other - manipulate the world around you and smash the evil Ajeet to smithereens! GIGA WRECKER is a action, adventure and female protagonist game developed by GAME FREAK inc. and published by Rising Star Games. Released on February 06th 2017 has received 714 reviews of which 555 were positive and 159 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in anime games.
7.4
555
159
-94%
19.99€
1.19€
3. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition
Svart Alfheim and the Accelerated World have begun to merge. In the midst of the chaos, Yui has gone missing. Kirito must challenge the Seven Kings of pure color from the Accelerated World to gain access to her location. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and jrpg game developed by ARTDINK CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 12th 2017 has received 1,138 reviews of which 843 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in anime games.
7.1
843
295
-94%
47.00€
2.82€
4. Afterimage
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world. Afterimage is a metroidvania, female protagonist and 2d platformer game developed by Aurogon Shanghai and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on April 24th 2023 has received 8,101 reviews of which 6,310 were positive and 1,791 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.6
6,310
1,791
-93%
25.29€
1.77€
5. SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION
SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION is a Tactical-Card game packed with exhilarating confrontation, deep card game strategy and a thrilling storyline taking place in the wide Dragon Ball Heroes universe! SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION is a strategy, anime and card battler game developed by Dimps Corporation, SAFARI GAMES CO. and LTD. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on April 04th 2019 has received 1,764 reviews of which 1,471 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for anime games.
8.0
1,471
293
-92%
51.75€
4.14€
6. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition
2026, Sword Art: Origin, a new VRMMORPG has emerged. Kirito meets a mysterious NPC and receives a cryptic message. This game is definitively not the same as the one he escaped years ago… Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and action game developed by AQURIA and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on October 27th 2017 has received 7,547 reviews of which 5,979 were positive and 1,568 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.7
5,979
1,568
-92%
52.50€
4.20€
7. ONE PIECE World Seeker
Leave your compass behind and join Luffy as he embarks on a brand new action-packed adventure where you can experience the powers of the legendary Gum-Gum fruit to uncover hidden secrets on an original, never-before-seen island! ONE PIECE World Seeker is a action, adventure and anime game developed by GANBARION Co. and Ltd. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on March 14th 2019 has received 5,786 reviews of which 4,475 were positive and 1,311 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.5
4,475
1,311
-92%
47.50€
3.80€
8. 7'scarlet
The remote town of Okunezato is shaped like a crescent moon and shrouded in dark myths and legends. Take on the role of a brave young woman journeying into the unknown to uncover dangerous truths and locate her missing brother with her childhood friend. 7'scarlet is a otome, adventure and visual novel game developed by Idea Factory and TOYBOX and published by Intragames. Released on March 12th 2019 has received 794 reviews of which 601 were positive and 193 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.2
601
193
-92%
27.50€
2.20€
9. BLACK CLOVER: QUARTET KNIGHTS
Take part in 4-on-4 team battles and cast an array of magic spells to defeat the opposing team! You can assume one of four roles. Use your role and spells to the best possible effect, and cooperate with your teammates to win the battle! BLACK CLOVER: QUARTET KNIGHTS is a action, anime and fighting game developed by ILINX and Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 13th 2018 has received 1,015 reviews of which 760 were positive and 255 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.2
760
255
-92%
47.13€
3.77€
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10. TOKYO GHOUL:re [CALL to EXIST]
It may not be stylish, but... Live.Eat or be eaten. TOKYO GHOUL:re [CALL to EXIST] is a co-op survival action game that lets you experience the exciting world of Tokyo Ghoul and Tokyo Ghoul:re for yourself. TOKYO GHOUL:re [CALL to EXIST] is a action, anime and violent game developed by Three Rings Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on November 14th 2019 has received 2,383 reviews of which 1,685 were positive and 698 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for anime games.
6.9
1,685
698
-92%
51.25€
4.10€
Free anime games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play anime games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play anime games.
1. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat. VRChat is a vr, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by VRChat Inc.. Released on February 01st 2017 has received 237,151 reviews of which 179,218 were positive and 57,933 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 24,653 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free anime games on Steam.
7.5
179,218
57,933
24,653
players
2. VTube Studio
VTube Studio is all you'll ever need to become a Live2D VTuber, with innovative features such as pinning props to your model and many more still to come. VTube Studio is a indie and anime game developed and published by DenchiSoft. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 5,547 reviews of which 5,141 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 6,631, this anime game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
9.0
5,141
406
6,631
players
3. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice! VPet-Simulator is a free to play, cute and anime game developed and published by LB Game. Released on August 13th 2023 has received 45,761 reviews of which 44,984 were positive and 777 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,844, this anime game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
9.6
44,984
777
2,844
players
4. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment. Eternal Return is a free to play, anime and multiplayer game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 64,273 reviews of which 51,171 were positive and 13,102 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,326 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.9
51,171
13,102
2,326
players
5. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a free to play, anime and third-person shooter game developed and published by iDreamSky. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 24,389 reviews of which 18,510 were positive and 5,879 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,194 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.5
18,510
5,879
2,194
players
6. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 19,599 reviews of which 12,990 were positive and 6,609 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,963 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.5
12,990
6,609
1,963
players
7. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold! Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links is a free to play, card game and anime game developed and published by KONAMI. Released on November 16th 2017 has received 43,448 reviews of which 36,220 were positive and 7,228 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,842 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
8.2
36,220
7,228
1,842
players
8. BLEACH Brave Souls
The world of mega-hit manga and anime BLEACH comes to Steam in this exciting 3D action game! Build a team using your favorite characters from the BLEACH universe! BLEACH Brave Souls is a free to play, anime and rpg game developed and published by KLab Inc.. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 11,701 reviews of which 10,377 were positive and 1,324 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,480 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
8.6
10,377
1,324
1,480
players
9. Desktop Mate
Customize your PC with officially licensed, super-cute characters using the next-generation desktop mascot platform, Desktop Mate. Characters roam freely on your desktop, sitting on windows and playfully interacting with your mouse. Liven up your desktop with some new friends! Desktop Mate is a free to play, anime and cute game developed and published by infiniteloop. Released on January 07th 2025 has received 6,205 reviews of which 4,067 were positive and 2,138 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,262 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.4
4,067
2,138
1,262
players
10. Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis
Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is a free-to-play action MMO. Join players around the world to explore the planet Halpha and fight in epic battles as ARKS Defenders! Unleash your imagination with our ultimate character creation experience and creative spaces to create your own phantasy. Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is a free to play, mmorpg and character customization game developed and published by SEGA. Released on August 05th 2020 has received 23,914 reviews of which 16,791 were positive and 7,123 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,088 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.9
16,791
7,123
1,088
players